 BAAMS Faculty to Perform at Mingo'sAdmission is free and funds raised will support programming at the music academy such as funding scholarships for the BAAMS Summer Jazz Camp.  CHP Berkshires is On the Road with New Mobile Health VehiclesThese additional new vehicles are owned by CHP, and they are smaller and more agile for out-of-the-way destinations and winter roads. Mass Celebrates Federal Funds to Support Energy-Efficient Building CodesThe funds will support the adoption and implementation of the updated Stretch Energy and Specialized building codes throughout Massachusetts.  Q&A: North Adams Pro Wrestler Reflects on Career as Last Match NearsAfter two decades following his passion, Justin Day is ending things on his own terms and in his hometown.  1Berkshire Awards 52 Facade Improvement GrantsWork associated with the grant awards is complete in many cases and still underway for some. Governor Announces Equitable Expansion of Electric Vehicle Rebate ProgramThese changes aim to support greater adoption of EVs in Massachusetts, including new rebate programs for income-qualifying Massachusetts residents.  Berkshire Humane Dedicates Building to Late Veterinarian & Board MemberReynolds, owner of Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital for nearly 25 years, died tragically in a kayaking accident on Dec. 9, 2021, at the age of 58. He was a longtime board member of the society and supporter of the shelter's many programs and a beloved veterinarian in the community.  Living with Wildlife: Bats in Your House?Living with wildlife means considering the health and well-being of both the public and these fragile wildlife species. Although rarely detected in the general bat population, rabies is a deadly disease and should be taken very seriously.  Peregrine Falcon Nesting Season CompleteThe Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department has confirmed that all the young falcons have learned to fly and should not be disturbed by human presence on the cliffs.  Former North Adams School Finding New Life as Up-Market HousingMoresi purchased the former elementary school from the city in December 2020 for $225,000 and has invested about $2.5 million into creating 14 one- and two-bedroom apartments and a studio in the 1896 building.  Tree Identification Walk in Lower Bowker's WoodsRegistration is required to join. Forthill Farms Receives $90K GrantForthill Farm will expand their existing farmstand building, increasing their operational efficiency by creating additional space for retail sales, washing and packaging produce, and storage.  Berkshire DA's Office Receives $100K for Youth, Police ProgramsThe $99,933.99 Safer Communities Grant allocation includes $29,000 for youth programs in the county and more than $25,000 for the Berkshire County Task Force law enforcement overtime. Third Mosquito in Pittsfield Tests Positive for West Nile VirusThe sample was taken in the vicinity of Allendale  New Marlborough to Celebrate Elihu Burritt DayThe event will take place on the Village Green (Route 57) in New Marlborough.  Clark Art Hosts Talk on Edvard Munch's 'Imaginary Worlds'The event is free. Pittsfield Street Improvement Project Week of Aug. 14In addition, between Aug. 14-18, structures will be raised on Tamarack Road, Cloverdale Street, Quirico Drive and Lucia Drive.  In Williamstown, 'An Odd Summer' as Merchants See Drop in TourismAs early as March, town officials were expressing concern that a drop in offerings from the Williamstown Theatre Festival would impact summer tourism revenue.  Clarksburg Officials Still Hope for Emergency Funds for Road RepairsThe flooding at Town Hall has been estimated at $51,000 but Town Administrator Carl McKinney told the Select Board on Wednesday that this will be covered by insurance.  Orchard to Hold Doughnut-Eating Contest on SaturdayOn Saturday at 5:30, 10 competitors will have a chance to test their limits in a race to see who can consume the most doughnuts in a 10-minute span. At stake: a dozen free doughnuts per month for one year to the winner.  Harrington Competes at World ChampionshipsPittsfield’s Kellie Harrington Thursday finished 24th in the junior cross country Olympic race at the UCI Cycling World Championships.  Pittsfield's Preliminary Ballot Positions Drawn for Mayor, Two WardsKaren Kalinowsky pulled the first position on the mayoral ballot for Sept. 19's preliminary election, followed by Peter Marchetti in the two spot and John Krol in third.  Weekend Outlook: Aug 10 - 13There will be a variety of events in the Berkshires this weekend including festivals, fundraisers, musical performances, and more.  Market 32 Issues Voluntary Recall of PizzaThe products are being recalled because the manufacturer of the pizza dough, Deiorio's, has advised that foreign materials, fragments of a conveyer belt used in the manufacturing process, may be found in the dough.  Letter: New Name for ApkinWe are very excited for the depth that this partnership brings. |
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