 McCann Graduates Urged to Make the World a Better PlaceThe 110 graduates of the McCann Technical School class of 2024 were greeted with cheers as they entered the Amsler Center Gym on Wednesday night.  McCann Technical School Awards and Scholarships for 2024The following awards and scholarships were presented to the McCann Technical School class of 2024.  Drury High Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian for Class of 2024Drury High School has named Brooke Yvonne Bishop as valedictorian and Ferris Miksic as salutatorian for the class of 2024.  Pittsfield Council Preliminarily OKs Last of FY25 BudgetsThe Pittsfield Police Department's nearly $15 million budget generated the most conversation, including an unsuccessful attempt to reduce the Shotspotter and body camera line by $250,000. Other departments were supported with little or no discussion.  Community Contra Dance in North AdamsNorth Berkshire Community Dance will hold its monthly contra dance with calling by Peter Stix, and live music provided by an open band. Get Free Help Completing FAFSA ApplicationCollege-bound students of all ages and/or their caregivers can register to meet in person with a financial aid expert to receive assistance with completing the 2024-2025 FAFSA form or ask questions about the financial aid process for college. Pedestrian Struck, Killed by Train in North AdamsNorth Adams Police have confirmed that an individual was struck and killed by a train early Wednesday morning.  Thomas Dawley Appointed Pittsfield's New Police ChiefPolice Chief Thomas Dawley II, a 22-year veteran of the Pittsfield Police Department, wants to make Pittsfield the safest city in the county and the state.  Berkshire Bach Concludes Its SeasonLaura Lutzke, Baroque Violin, is joined by Mariken Palmboom, Harpsichord, in chamber music by J.S. Bach and G.F. Handel.  Mount Greylock Names Student Speakers for 2024 GraduationTwo students will be the speakers for Mount Greylock Regional School's 2024 graduation ceremonies on Saturday, June 8, at 11 a.m. in the school gymnasium. Berkshire Schools Receive Green Team AwardsGreen Team is a statewide program sponsored by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) and MassDEP to empower students and teachers to help the environment by taking action in their communities.  Bidwell House: Unlearning in Order to LearnThis lecture with discussion will present the concept of unlearning what we already "know" as the starting point for learning about Indigenous peoples. Drury Biannual End-of-semester ShowcaseThe showcase will offer audiences an understanding of what Drury students have learned during their second semester courses and the types of academic content they have explored.  Police Chief: Dalton Police Station in Dire ConditionSelect Board members voted to freeze American Rescue Plan Act fund spending until the next meeting when Building and Grounds Superintendent Jeff Burch will have a better idea of the cost of repairs.  Pittsfield Council Preliminarily OKs 12 Departmental Budgets for FY25The City Council breezed through 12 departmental budgets on the third day of hearings for fiscal year 2025. All were preliminarily approved with a unanimous vote. Fairview Lab Draw Station Moves to New LocationThe relocation to the former medical records space puts the PSC closer to the main entrance of the hospital, making it more convenient for the over 16,000 patients who use it each year.  Triplex Celebrates 80th Anniversary of D-Day"The Best Years of Our Lives" will be shown at 1 p.m., and "Saving Private Ryan" will screen at 6 p.m. Monument Mountain Scholarships & Awards for the Class of 2024Graduates of the Monument Mountain Regional High School class of 2024 received the following awards and scholarships.  Residents Concerned About Injured Bear in Northwest PittsfieldCommunity members have rallied in concern over an injured bear wandering northwest Pittsfield into Lanesborough the last few days.  MountainOne Expands Commercial Lending TeamAdditions include Peter Duckett and Christopher Glynn. Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 6-7On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m. Housatonic Village Hosts Party in the ParkFood trucks, children's activities, music and more take place during the afternoon event, and all are welcome.  Great Barrington Public Theater Plans Benefit for Berkshire VoicesOn June 7, 6pm, GBPT will hold an event to benefit, support and celebrate the work of Berkshire Voices. Two Towns Vote Against Central Berkshire Regional AgreementThe item failed during the Hinsdale annual town meeting on May 15 and the Peru town meeting on June 1. The regional agreement needed six out of the seven towns to vote in favor of passing.  McCann Postsecondary Graduates 'Battle Tested'School Committee Chairman Gary Rivers addressed the graduates and told them they have already proven themselves. |
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