Community
Authorities Search in Williamstown for Missing Eastern Mass Resident
Williamstown Police are asking anyone with information about a missing Eastern Massachusetts resident to contact the dispatch center at 458-5733.
MCLA Announces Tamar Sarai as 2024 Hardman Journalist in Residence
The lecture is free and open to the public.
Geothermal System Recommended for New Greylock School
Jessie Saylor of the project's designer, TSKP Studios, updated the School Building Committee on Tuesday of some of the working group's findings regarding energy efficiencies.
Pittsfield Grappling With Possible Zebra Mussell Infection at Onota Lake
Last week, the Conservation Commission saw a notice of intent application for the application of EarthTec QZ pesticide within a specified treatment area of the lake.
Brien Center CEO Honored as Irish Person of the Year
Hundreds gathered in green for the 20th annual Robert "Bees" Prendergast St. Patrick's Celebration last week, honoring people doing good in the community and supporting Hillcrest Educational Centers.
Healthgrades Names Fairview Hospital an Outstanding Patient Experience Award
This achievement reflects Fairview Hospital's commitment to providing an exceptional care experience for patients and their loved ones.
Man Found Guilty of Illegal Possession of a Firearm in Pittsfield
The jury found the Defendant not guilty of assault with a dangerous weapon. The trial took place in Berkshire Superior Court.
North Adams Holding Forum on Greylock Closure
The public schools are holding a forum on the closing of Greylock School and the resulting grade configuration for Brayton and Colegrove Park elementary schools.
Letter to State Historical: Wahconah Grandstand Can't Be Saved
The letter outlines the current condition of the grandstand with structural deficiencies, hazardous materials, a lack of compliant accessibility features, and non-compliant restroom accommodations.
Software Upgrades Impacting Pittsfield Online Permitting System
Beginning on Monday, April 1, the new version of PermitEyes will be live for the Building Inspector's Department.
Williams Seeking Town Approval for New Indoor Practice Facility
The Planning Board last week gave Williams College the first approval it needs to build a 55,000-square foot indoor athletic facility on the north side of its campus.
Central Berkshire School Officials OK $35M Budget
The Central Berkshire Regional School Committee approved a $35 million budget for fiscal 2025 during its meeting on Thursday.
Scoil Rince Bréifne Ó Ruairc Participated in North American Open Championships
The students have also been able to build friendships and experience new things, such as dancing for community events, taking a trip to Ireland and participating in competitions.
Pittsfield Police Participating in US 20 Speed Enforcement Project
Pittsfield Police will be participating in this project and will have additional patrols assigned to US 20 for this Wednesday, March 20, 2024 conducting speed enforcement.
MassDOT Project Will Affect Traffic Near BMC
Because of this, traffic will be reduced to one lane of travel on First Street (U.S. Route 7) and North Street between Burbank Street and Abbott Street from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday through at least May 6.
Dalton ADA Committee Explores Expanding
The five-seat committee currently has four active members but received comments of interest from two residents.
Milne Public Library Trustees Announce New Library Director
Zimmermann comes to the Milne Public Library from Wisconsin with over eight years of management experience in library services, most recently as the Executive Director of the Racine Public Library.
Pittsfield Community Meeting On Rest of the River Project
Representatives from the EPA will be presenting an overview of the Rest of River cleanup project and the plans to date for the Pittsfield stretch of the river.
Mount Greylock School Committee Votes Slight Increase to Proposed Assessments
The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee on Thursday voted unanimously to slightly increase the assessment to the district's member towns from the figures in the draft budget presented by the administration
Independent Connections Cuts Ribbon on Pittsfield Branch
Independent Connections officially unveiled its Massachusetts branch on Thursdsay with a ribbon cutting. The IT solutions company's specializations include consulting, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Conte/Crosby SOI Greenlit by School Building Needs, School Committee
The School Building Needs Commission and the School Committee authorized the superintendent to submit a statement of interest for a combined elementary build on the site of Crosby Elementary School.
Governor Launches Campaign to End Veteran Homelessness
The veteran's housing initiative will include the largest, targeted investment to address veteran homelessness in state history.
Dalton Traffic Commission Approves Special Permit for Nicholas Sand and Gravel
The Traffic Commission approved the renewal of Nichols Sand and Gravel's special permit for earth removal.
No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County
Other than the islands region, all other regions of the state remain in Level 0-Normal Conditions.
Williamstown Library Officials Aim for Construction Project Within 10 Years
Manary talked to the Fin Comm about the Massachusetts Public Library Construction Program, which, he said, funds anywhere from 50 to 75 percent of construction costs.
Berkshire Athenaeum Teen LEGO Challenge
Snacks will be provided. No registration required. The event will be held in the library's Auditorium.
Pittsfield High School Best Buddies Club Holds Resource Fair
The Best Buddies Club Resource Fair at Pittsfield High School on Tuesday demonstrated the importance of connection.
Slow Down for Frogs and Salamanders
Every year, typically in early spring, many of Vermont's amphibians leave their overwintering sites and migrate to the wetlands and ponds where they will breed and lay eggs.
Dalton Town Employees Gets ADA Training
Municipal employees will have the option to participate in Americans with Disabilities Act training.
Berkshire Horseworks Secures Grant From MountainOne Foundation
The grant from MountainOne will fund the eight-week Horse Powered Reading (HPR) series, which integrates horses and social-emotional learning with academics.
