 Lanesborough Residents Want a Senior ParkA group of seniors who are not yet ready to retire from physical activity want to create a "senior park" at Bridge Street Park.  The Friends of the North Adams Public Library Book SaleIt will be held at St. Elizabeth's Parish Hall located on 70 Marshall Street in North Adams.  Grants to Support Rural Economies and Forest Conservation in the BerkshiresSeven communities and entities in Berkshire County received funding.  LitNet Hires First-Gen College CoordinatorIn this newly created role, Escobar will serve as a community ambassador for LitNet by helping to develop programming, outreach, and partnerships centered around supporting and educating first-generation college applicants and their families about the college application process and related opportunities. District Attorney Reveals Identity of Hancock Man Killed by State PoliceThe investigation is ongoing. District Attorney Shugrue will issue a final report when it is completed. Williamstown Sets Fiscal 2024 Tax RateThe property tax bill on a median single-family home in town is slated to rise by $187 in the current fiscal year.  Pittsfield Council Airs Frustrations With Overgrown WaysOn Tuesday, the council sent multiple petitions to the Commissioner of Public Services and Utilities Ricardo Morales concerning walkways, medians and planter boxes that appear to be lacking maintenance. Williams Women's Soccer Blanks SpringfieldMargaret Heulin and Anna Bozzi-Mackay, who split time in Williams' goal, needed to make two saves for the combined shutout.  North Adams Taxi Company Gets 90-Day ProbationDocuments for the show cause hearing on Tuesday had raised the possibility of revocation of the business's license to operate but councilors weren't convinced that the violations were egregious enough.  Letter: Alex Blumin for City CouncilI am excited to endorse Mr. Alex Blumin for Ward 2 City Council. When we elect Mr. Blumin, we continue Ward 2's tradition of self-governance.  North Adams Schools, NBCC to Host Walk to School Day"Walk to School" events work to create safer routes for walking and bicycling and emphasize the importance of increasing physical activity among children, pedestrian safety, alleviating traffic congestion, concern for the environment and building connections between families, schools and the broader community.  Dalton CRA Hall of Fame Welcomes Class of 2023On Sunday at the Stationery Factor, Gary Campbell Sr. joined six other athletes inducted into the Hall of Fame as individuals.  Maui Fundraiser Has Special Meaning for McCann Tech's MalloyIn addition to the main event, the run/walk, the fund-raiser will benefit the McCann Tech cross country teams through a bake sale, raffle and the sale of "Spread Aloha" race T-shirts ($20). Pittsfield Police Investigating Fatal StabbingThis was not believed to have been a random act, and as such there is no immediate threat to the public. Berkshire Health Systems Instituting Code of ConductThat's when a new code of conduct goes into effect at all offices and facilities of the health system, including Berkshire Medical Center.  Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires New Chief Technology OfficerIn this role, Padelford will oversee the information technology department, and work closely with leadership on modernizing technology and platforms to increase efficiency and better serve the institution's customers. BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment DeadlineThe next enrollment deadline for the 2023-2024 school year for grades 6 through 10 is Thursday, Oct.12, 2023, at noon. Dalton Board Approves Sales Agreement for Bardin PropertyThe Select Board on Monday signed the purchase-and-sales agreement for the property, awarding it to Charlotte Lind Crane for the amount of $150,000.  North Adams Council Postpones Zoning, Short-Term Rental VotesCouncilors pushed a vote allowing the Planning Board to modify or eliminate front setbacks in the Central Business District by special permit to its first meeting in October. Williams Men's Soccer Wins League OpenerMohamed Keussom scored in the 12th minute, and the Williams College men's soccer team went on to a 1-0 win over Hamilton on Tuesday. Berkshire Athenaeum Celebrates National Library Card Sign-up MonthThe public is encouraged to sign up for or renew their library card at the Athenaeum and enjoy special discounts exclusive to library cardholders at participating Pittsfield businesses.  Clark Art Invites People With Dementia, Caregivers for Gallery TalkThe talk is free.  Adams Begins Planning, Construction Projects This FallThe Cook Street park began construction last week, a public information session on the reconstruction of Park Street is set for Wednesday at 5:30 at Town Hall and the town is participating in a regional digital equity planning process with its first meeting in October. Berkshire Communities Receive Highway FundsIn Berkshire County Pittsfield, Lanesborough, Becket, Blanford, Stockbridge, and West Stockbridge received funds. |
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