 Ribbon Cut on Williamstown's Mohican TrailThe 2.4-mile leg of that larger project was completed earlier this year by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, which turned over ownership of the trail from Syndicate Road to the Spruces Park to the Town of Williamstown.  Pittsfield Co-op Hires Maffuccio as a Vice PresidentMaffuccio joins the Co-op after a 16-year career with Greylock Federal Credit Union.  BCC Expresses Gratitude over Passage of State BudgetBerkshire Community College (BCC), the first community college established in the Commonwealth and now one of 15 across the state, will directly benefit from the funding directed to these programs.  Q&A with the CEO event at Berkshire PalateBogoff is the founder and head brewer of Berkshire Brewing Co. in South Deerfield. Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority Eyeing RenameExecutive Director Brad Gordon said the authority is highly regarded statewide and in the community but many times, there is confusion over who is administering the services it connects people with.  Specialty Minerals Cites Housing, Schools as Obstacles to RecruitmentTwo critical areas in recruiting those workers is schools and affordable housing, plant manager Doug Mayger told the Selectmen on Wednesday night. Heat Means Early Release for Clarksburg, Florida SchoolsClarksburg School and Gabriel Abbott Memorial School in the town of Florida will both release students at 12:30 p.m.  Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Debate Policing, Mental Health, InfrastructureThe debate, which was carried live on PCTV, followed debates for Ward 2 and Ward 7. Those ward elections, along with the mayoral, each have three candidates who will be narrowed down to two in the Sept. 19 preliminary election.  Award-Winning Author to Speak at Adams Free LibraryHe will discuss and read from his recently published works.  Williamstown Water Main Break Closes Route 7 to Through TrafficA burst water main on North Street near Jamieson Heights Wednesday left an undetermined number of residences without water and forced a closure of Route 7 to through traffic. Behavioral Health Network Receives State GrantThe grant is part of a $4.1 million Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Grants to organizations that support the social-emotional development and behavioral health of children in early education and care programs.  Berkshire Green Drinks: Beyond RecyclingLearn about current projects and groups working to reduce waste in Berkshire County that go beyond just recycling. Berkshire Community College Career Mapping WorkshopsLife coach Janet Forest will begin with an in-person session, followed by five 90-minute remote workshops.  Clark Art Presents Artist Talk About Sculptural GardenThe event is free. Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall is Coming to the DaltonThe wall, also referred to as "The Healing Wall," honors the fallen military personnel of the Vietnam War and acts as a reminder of the sacrifices they made.  Pittsfield Ward Candidates Talk Police, Blight, Charter ObjectionsThe Ward 2 debate featured Brittany Bandani and Alexander Blumin and the Ward 7 debate incumbent Anthony Maffuccio and challenger Rhonda Serre. Williams Women's Soccer Ties Hamilton in OpenerTwo Williams College keepers combined on a shutout Tuesday as the women's soccer team opened the season with a 0-0 tie at NESCAC rival Hamilton.  Hoosic River Revival Begins Listening Sessions on River Feasibility StudyRather than the Hoosic River's concrete-contained waters that flow largely unseen through the city, some residents see places for fishing and swimming, bike and pedestrian paths, and spaces for gathering and belonging.  Ghost Tours At Ventfort HallReservations are strongly recommended as tickets are limited. Walk-ins accommodated as space allows. Pittsfield Department of Public Services and Utilities Launches NewsletterTo sign up to receive this monthly newsletter, please visit the e-notify page on the city's website.  Adams Fire Department Investigating East Hoosac Street BlazeFire Chief John Pansecchi said the call came in just before 9:30 a.m. At 10 a.m., the fire was confined to the basement.  What does it cost not to have life insurance?It's probably not on your calendar, but September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. And that means it's a good time to become more aware of the benefits of having life insurance — and the dangers of not having it.  Lee CTA Offers Free Tennis ClinicsThe Lee Community Tennis Association and Western Massachusetts chapter of the U.S. Tennis Association will offer free clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays this fall.  Damage to Hoosac Valley Grounds Under InvestigationDamage is estimated to be between $3,000 and $5,000, and it is believed the incident happened at midnight on Saturday, Sept. 2.  Annual Barn Sale Benefiting United Counseling ServiceShoppers can stop by the sale from 9am-4pm on Saturday and 9am-3pm on Sunday to find clothing, furniture, kitchen equipment, home décor, serve ware, antiques, and more. |
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