 BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment DeadlineInterested families should note that the best way to secure a seat, or a desirable waitlist spot for the 2023-2024 school year is to apply before the Aug. 3 deadline. Lanesborough Returns Incumbents to OfficeMichael Murphy was elected to a second term on the Select Board with 172 votes; Barbara Davis-Hassan polled 142 votes and Deborah Maynard 131.  Artist To Speak at Ventfort HallA tea will follow his presentation. His book is currently on sale in the gift shop. BCC to Host Virtual Admissions Info SessionsThe 30-minute info sessions, presented by admissions counselors on Zoom, are designed to familiarize prospective students with the application and registration process.  North Adams School Building Committee Nixes New Brayton OptionThe School Building Committee on Tuesday voted to eliminate the idea of a new building for Brayton Elementary School. It also discussed the process for deciding the grade structure for the project. Williamstown Charter Review Committee Discusses Australian BallotThe committee last week took no votes on whether to include a recommendation on the Australian ballot question in its final report to the Select Board, which formed the Charter Review Committee last summer. Dalton Talks Zoning Bylaw Over Pub Parking LotA change in signage seems to have quelled neighbors' ire over errant parking and excessive noise by Zinky's Pub patrons. Clarksburg School Committee OKs School Choice SlotsBased on the recommendation of Principal Sandra Cote, the committee approved two slots for first grade, one for fourth grade and eight slots for sixth grade.  Crosby Academy Students Read Poems on North StreetOver the past school year, Crosby Educational Academy fourth and fifth graders wrote poetry every week as part of The Mastheads' poetry-in-schools program, Fireside, which provides poetry workshops for Pittsfield Public School students. County Youth Soccer League Wraps Up Spring SeasonThree Berkshire County Youth Soccer League teams have qualified for the Massachusetts Tournament of Champions this weekend in Lancaster. North Adams' State Road Gets New Paving This WeekWarner Bros. Construction will begin paving Route 2 over a four-day period so motorists should be aware that delays and backups are likely.  Mohawk State Park Closed for Camping This YearThe campground at Mohawk Trail State Forest will be closed for the summer season because of a water main break.  Greylock Teacher Named North Adams' Teacher of the YearBoyer was recognized by Superintendent Barbara Malkas during an assembly at Greylock Elementary School attended by students, staff and Boyer's family and friends.  Biggest threats to a comfortable retirement?If you save and invest for decades, you’d like to know you can retire without financial worries. Nonetheless, you still have to be aware of some threats to a comfortable retirement — and how to respond to them. Closure of Holmes Road bridge While Repairs Are UnderwayDuring this work, the Holmes Road bridge, between 650 and 677 Holmes Road, will be closed. No thru traffic will be allowed.  Berkshire Grown Hires Director of DevelopmentBergman brings more than 20 years expertise in the nonprofit field, with extensive experience developing, implementing, and funding programs that meet critical community needs. Card Pond Opening PartyThis is a free community event sponsored by West Stockbridge Parks and Recreation. Hamlet Leads Team to Giorgi League WinDeshawn Hamlet scored 29 points and pulled down 11 rebounds Monday as Battle of the Future battled to a 74-71 win over the PhoneBros in the A Division season opener of the John Giorgi Summer Basketball League. Pittsfield Educators Push for Stricter Phone PolicyEducators cited issues with excessive phone use disrupting education, social and emotional health, and safety during last Wednesday's School Committee meeting. Chair William Cameron agreed that it is an urgent issue and is placing it on the next meeting agenda. Dalton Fills Vacant Town Planner PositionThe post has been vacant since last October and town meeting voted to increase its salary by 11.26 percent to $58,335 when it failed to attract candidates.  Residents Ask for Preservation of Wahconah Park's Hometown FeelWhen it comes to the redesign of Wahconah Park, residents would like to see the historic baseball facility's charm and hometown feel preserved.  North Adams Has 13 Candidates So Far for CouncilA couple more candidates have taken out papers for the November city election but so far there are not enough names to consider a preliminary election.  Berkshire Pediatric Dentistry Welcomes New DentistLogan Wilson will be joining our practice beginning July 10.  Hat Exhibit at Ventfort HallThe exhibit brings a glimpse of that past to visitors and also more modern examples showcasing the popularity of hats over recent decades.  Northern Berkshire Coalition Recognizes Heroes, Makes Plans for New HomeThe Northern Berkshire Community Coalition annual meeting on Friday was about sharing stories, including the latest chapter in its own chronicle. |
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