Community
Governor Swears In Youth Advisory Council
The Council is made up of 60 young people, ranging ages 16-21, from every region in Massachusetts, who will serve a two-year appointment.
Williamstown Finance Committee Finishes Review of FY25 Budget
Repeatedly, Menicocci defended the town's practice, which predates his arrival, of conservative estimates for both revenue and expenses, a practice that has led to a healthy unreserved fund balance, or free cash, that is applied to subsequent years' budgets.
North Adams Swears in Four New Police Officers
Officers Nicholas Lillie, Steven Wandrei, Nannette Reid and Elizabeth Zipp joined the force as full-time officers; Lillie and Wandrei recently graduated from the Police Academy.
Strike at Mass MoCA Ends With Contract Vote
A three-week strike by unionized staff of Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art has ended with a contract agreed on Tuesday by both sides.
Habitat for Humanity Plans Wednesday Info Sessions on Williamstown Development
Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity will hold two information sessions this spring for residents interested in a planned five-home development off Summer Street.
McCann School Committee OKs Student Opportunity Plan
The McCann School Committee last week approved a new three-year Student Oppurtunity Act plan that focuses positive school environments, leveraging best practices for students with disabilities and supporting curriculum communication.
Two Arraigned on Drug Possession Charges in North Adams
Two people were arraigned in Northern Berkshire District Court on Monday in connection to alleged trespassing and trafficking cocaine and crack cocaine from a March 22 incident.
Licensing Board OKs Extended Hours for Panchos Post Suspension
The Licensing Board on Monday gave Pancho's Mexican Restaurant the OK to close one hour later — extending last call to 12:30 p.m. and closing at 1 a.m. There have been no reported incidents since a weeklong license suspension.
'Rent a Backpack' Soon to Start at Dalton Library
Berkshire Family Hikes founder Taylor Staubach said the endeavor will be launched with a hike of the Pines with the town's Open Space and Recreation Committee.
Pittsfield Mayor Open to Level/Service Funded Budget
Mayor Peter Marchetti won't support the sacrifices a level-funded city budget would entail but is willing to compromise.
North Adams Schools Closing in on Budget Gap
The School Committee will likely dip into its school choice account to close a revenue gap for fiscal 2025.
Williamstown Select Board Votes Down Gaza Ceasefire Resolution
The Select Board on Monday voted, 4-1, not to adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
New Center Believes Hope & Community Can Change Lives
Nine months after its conception, recovery coach Julian Ramos cut the ribbon Friday on the new Have Hope Peer Recovery Center.
Dalton Select Board Approves ARPA Funds for Easement Appraisals
The Select Board last week approved utilizing $7,500 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for the appraisal of three easements.
North Adams Seeks Federal Grant to Repair Walnut Street Retaining Wall
The proposal is to reconstruct some of the dry-laid stone retaining with new cast-in-place concrete and to relocated the existing drainage and stabilize the slope. The runoff will be tied into the storm drainage system at the bottom along State Street.
NBUW Urges Organizations to Submit Food and Shelter Program Applications
Northern Berkshire United Way, local administrator of the program, is urging qualifying organizations located throughout Berkshire County to submit an application for supplemental emergency food and shelter.
Monument Mountain Band, Eagles Community Band Concert
Admission is free.
Simon's Rock Annual Pride Week Lecture
Simon's Rock observes Pride Week every year in late March and early April to honor International Transgender Day of Visibility and to allow students time to celebrate during the academic year.
Williamstown Zoning Board Clears College's Practice Facility
Williams College on Thursday cleared the second of three local regulatory hurdles on its way to building an indoor athletic practice facility on the north end of campus.
Dalton Planning Board Sends Letter of Support for Housing Rehabilitation Program Grant
The Planning Board approved an amended letter of support for the town's Community Development Block Grant application.
Head-on Collision Injures 2, Closes Dan Fox Drive
Dan Fox Drive was shut down for four hours on Sunday afternoon following a head-on collision near Bousquet Ski Area.
Dalton Board of Health Works to Modify its Demolition Guidelines Checklist
The current checklist does not clearly outline the board's responsibilities when approving a demolition or the items the board is responsible for, Health Agent Agnes Witkowski said.
Veteran Spotlight: Army Sgt. Louis Vairo
Louis Vairo served his country in the Army from 1966 to 1968, achieving the rank of sergeant, specialist E5.
Nonprofit Resource Directory Gets an Update
The directory features over 600 curated resources in 40 categories including accounting, fundraising, human resources and technology.
Pittsfield Council to Tackle School, Roadwork Petitions
Tuesday's more than 400-page City Council agenda includes several items related to Pittsfield Public Schools and street work.
CBRSD Amends School Calendar
The box listing major religious holidays was originally included to inform teachers of what days students may be absent or fasting. The decision passed 10-4, with one abstaining.
FEMA Awards Funds to Mass for COVID Antibody Treatment Costs
The 1,573 infusion treatments were provided at four locations: Baystate Medical Center Education Center in Holyoke, Athol Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Plymouth, and Lowell General Hospital-Saints Campus.
MassDOT: Roadway Safety Is a Shared Responsibility
Operators urged to wear visible clothing, obey speed limits. Vehicle drivers reminded to "look twice" when changing lanes and turning. Statistics show 58 motorcycle operator deaths in Massachusetts in 2023
