Community
Elder Services Hires New Community Services Director
She will also oversee the Agency's outreach activities and marketing efforts.
Human Remains Found Near Great Barrington Cemetery
There are no signs of foul play involved in the death of the individual.
Daniel Pearl Scholarship Open for Applications
Application information is available from all Berkshire public high school guidance departments.
Dalton Sees Budget Increases for Software
The Finance Committee last week discussed increases in next year's budget from software updates and changes that improve security.
North Adams Hospital's Revamped 2 North Welcomes Community
Her comments were echoed throughout 2 North as dozens of people walked through the wing to look at the refurbished hospital rooms ready and waiting for patients.
Williams College Museum Envisions Natural Setting, Sustainability Focus
The new Williams College Museum of Art will be an airy cluster of programming spaces surrounding a central hub for gatherings.
North Adams Finance Committee Finalizing New Fee Schedule
The Finance Committee is hoping to finally complete a years-long effort to consolidate and update fees and fines that have been scattered throughout the city's ordinances.
Weekend Outlook: Maple Sugaring Season, Live Music, and More
There are a variety of events this weekend in the Berkshires including a sugaring season celebration, International Women's Day community celebration dinner, live music, and more.
NAHA Chosen for Apartment Wi-Fi Program
This initiative aims to enhance digital equity and connectivity for residents, ensuring that everyone has equal access to high-quality internet services.
Pittsfield to Host Community Meeting with EPA
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.
As Nomination Deadline Nears, No Contested Elections in Williamstown
With three weeks left to submit nomination papers for May's town election, no contested races are shaping up for the ballot as of Wednesday afternoon.
Pittsfield Officials Tour Schools Eyed for Combined Build
The School Department sees an opportunity to rebuild two insufficient schools on one site with shared facilities — now it needs support from the School Committee and City Council.
Williamstown Health Inspector Updates Board of Health on Training
The town's health inspector Monday updated the Board of Health on training she has been receiving since taking the position in November.
Dalton Cable Advisory Commission Discuss Contract Negotiations
The commission was re-established to negotiate a new contract with Charter Communications. The last time the town had a contract was in 1997 with Time Warner Cable, which was purchased by Spectrum in 2016.
Meals on Wheels Gets Pet Food Delivery Service
A collaboration between Berkshire Humane Society, Elder Services of Berkshire County, and Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR) has established a pet assistance assistance program for Meals on Wheels members.
Public Encouraged to Nominate a Crossing Guard to be Honored
The nomination period opened on March 1, 2024, and all submissions are due by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20.
Berkshire Green Drinks: Pollinator Paradise Lawns
This free hybrid event is taking place online via Zoom and in person at Barrington Brewery, 420 Stockbridge Rd, in Great Barrington. The in-person social gathering begins around 5:15 PM; the presentation and Zoom meeting start at 6:00 PM.
Dalton Seeks Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan
The meeting will be held on Friday, March 8 from 10:30 to 11:30 am at Town Hall.
North Adams Schools Plan Forum on Grade Configuration
School officials are planning a forum for parents on the proposed accelerated reconfiguration of the grades in the elementary schools.
Emergency Demo Called for Collapsing North Adams Building
The rear of the three-story brick building collapsed Tuesday night and officials have deemed it a public hazard that needed an emergency demolition.
Pittsfield Mobile Home Park Requests 63% Rent Increase
This represents an over $200 increase per month, four times the last rent increase of $50 issued in 2012, according to documents filed with the board.
Mass MoCA Workers Announce March 6 Strike
Unionized employees at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art say they will go on strike starting Wednesday, March 6, if no agreement on wages is reached by then.
Annual W.E.B. Du Bois Event Celebration at Bard College at Simon's Rock
This event is part of the Town of Great Barrington's W.E.B. Du Bois Legacy Festival.
Williamstown's Public Library Celebrates 150 Years With Open House
Other celebrations will occur throughout the year
Dalton Board OKs Talks for EV Stations
The project would install two chargers each at Pine Grove Park and the Senior Center, and one at Greenridge Park, with paving, painting, software, and maintenance being the only costs to the town.
Pittsfield Man Serving Aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt
The Roosevelt is the flagship of Carrier Strike Group Nine, which is conducting routine operations in the 7th Fleet area of operations.
Pittsfield Anticipates Informal Cable Contract Negotiations
Last week, the panel welcomed Mayor Peter Marchetti and a Spectrum representative to begin a narrative on the city's cable needs. Pittsfield's 10-year contract ends in September.
Zonta Club Special Recognition Dinner
Celebrate International Women's Day: Zonta Club invites you to the Berkshire Hills Country Club for Special Recognition Dinner
Mount Greylock District to Towns: 'We're Going to Need Help'
Assistant Superintendent Joseph Bergeron last week showed the panel a draft FY25 budget that calls for a 3.01 increase in the assessment to Lanesborough and a 3.54 percent hike for Williamstown.
Dalton Select Board Discusses Housing Rehabilitation Fund
During the two sessions at which this initiative was discussed, it was demonstrated that there are a lot of components that need to be considered to successfully implement a fund like this in a fiscally responsible and effective way.
