Community
Governor Announces $50 M Investment in Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
Programs include a curbside charging pilot for renters, expanded charging infrastructure for the state fleet, support for TNC charging needs, and mobile chargers for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles
North Adams Airport Hangar Still Unfinished
Once the hangar receives electricity, the project can be closed out.
Berkshire County Regional Employment Board Awarded State Grant
Workforce training funds will provide training for current and newly hired employees for critical jobs like Behavioral Resource Technician, Recovery Coach, and Behavioral Health Direct Care Workers
Berkshire Money Management's Employee Becomes Certified Financial Planner
Long-time financial advisor expands his skillset with the aim of doing more for his clients
BHS Launches Nurse Line to Support Patient Access to Care
Patients can call 855-855-2000 from 8am-4pm Monday through Friday.
Love of T Foundation Marks 2023 Successes, Gears Up For Fundraiser
The foundation is gearing up for its sold-out "Dance the Blues Away" gala on Saturday at the Berkshire Hills Country Club.
Albany Firm Looks To Purchase Crane Stationery
The Albany Business Review article reported that WP Strategic Holdings plan to close on the deal in 30 to 45 days.
Lanesborough Planning Board Mulls Town Meeting Proposals
Last year, voters rejected a proposal to remove the 900 square-foot cap on ADUs due to concerns that people would build large structures on their property.
Williamstown Decides to Clear Out Water Street Lot
The 1.27-acre dirt lot that was most recently the site of the town garage has been used to park cars for decades.
Berkshire Communities Impacted By National Cellular Outages
At this time, it is not known what has caused the outages.
Pittsfield Man Sentenced on Child Sexual Assault Charges
He was charged in connection to a June 2021 incident when he sexually assaulted a minor. The incident took place in his apartment.
Dalton Police Department Budgets for a Detective Position
Police Chief Deanna Strout attended the Select Board meeting last week to present the department's proposed budget which is projected to increase 2.96 percent, bringing it to $1,540,255.
Berkshire Nonprofits See Housing, Recruitment as Critical Needs
Housing was a top topic during a virtual legislative town hall hosted by Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires.
One Injured in Adams House Fire
Adams Fire Chief John Pansecchi said the owner of the residence was taken to Berkshire Medical Center by Northern Berkshire EMS with burns from the blaze, which was reported at about 11:15 on Wednesday morning.
McCann Passes $12.1M Budget for Fiscal 2025
The total budget is $12,092,886, up $593,820 over this year. Superintendent James Brosnan noted that the net school spending for the communities in the regional district has also increased, putting the total over minimum assessment at 1.9 percent.
Update: North Adams Liquor Store to Refund Gift Cards after Closure
Steeple City Liquors announced via social media on Tuesday how customers holding gift cards can obtain refunds.
Greylock Federal Promotes Assistant Vice President, Retail Services/Teller Operations Manager
In her role, Hagen will coordinate and implement specialized training and resources to further improve branch operations, while helping to maintain compliance requirements and the quality of teller operations throughout the branch network, ATMs, Video Teller Services and shared branch services.
Toy Library Coming to Pittsfield's Onota Lake
On Tuesday, the Park Commission supported Alexandra Bills' toy library proposal as part of her National Honors Society individual service project.
North Adams Man Sentenced on Illegal Firearm Charge
Among the items law enforcement recovered, a shotgun and ammunition were found in Lefebvre's bedroom.
Dalton Considers Reorganizing Transfer Station
Town Manager Thomas Hutcheson showed the board a list of proposed money articles for town meeting in May.
CHP Mobile Unit At Richmond Town Hall
To schedule an appointment call 413-528-0457. Walk-ins are welcome.
Clarksburg Select Board OKs Municipal Proposals, Paint Stewardship Bill
The Select Board last week endorsed several proposals by the Small Town Administrators of Massachusetts and a paint stewardship program making its way through the Legislature.
BArT To Host Get BArT Smart Fundraiser
This event is the primary fundraiser for the school, the proceeds of which directly benefit student programming.
MCLA Professor Releases Book On African Concept of Justice: 'Ubuntu'
The book was published by Leuven University Press earlier this month.
Pittsfield's Crosby Elementary Eyed For Combined School Site
Superintendent Joseph Curtis on Wednesday presented the details of a potential SOI to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for the elementary school that would combine Conte Community School and Crosby onto one campus with two buildings and shared facilities.
Williamstown Select Board Gets Update on Climate Action Plan
Wendy Penner and Nancy Nylen told the board that a group of two dozen volunteers plans to have a plan ready to present to attendees at the upcoming annual town meeting May.
Hoosac Valley Looks to Offset Budget Hike With State Aid
The Audit & Evaluation Committee reviewed last week the first draft of the fiscal 2025 budget that is up a $1 million over last year.
Photo Contest for Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Annual Brochure
The Chamber is looking for photos that show off the region as a four-season destination. Subjects could include the outdoors, food, arts & culture, shopping, sports, recreation, agriculture and more.
ReMarks and Refreshments Forum to be Held in Blandford
Senator Mark, Representative Boldyga invite the public to forum in Blandford
Williamstown Planners Balk at Sweetwood Zoning Proposal
The Planning Board last week encouraged the owner of the Sweetwood Independent Living Community to take another stab at a proposed bylaw amendment that would allow for multifamily housing at the Cold Spring Road facility.
