 Pittsfield City Council Tackles Diversity Referrals, Thrift Shop LicenseWhile a large portion of the conversation was centered around Councilor Karen Kalinowsky's attempt to place a question on the Nov. 7 ballot about the reconfiguration of North Street, there were several referrals and a Pawnbrokers and Secondhand Dealers License approval for a new second-hand shop. Three Hospitalized After Car Accident On Curran HighwayThe accident is under investigation to determine what exactly happened. All three vehicles were towed away from the scene. Williams Men's Basketball Advances in NCAA TournamentNate Karren scored 20 points and grabbed nine rebounds Friday to lead the Williams College men's basketball team to a 78-53 win over Pomonz-Pitzer in the first round of the NCAA Division III tournament.  High Taxes, Wage Disparities Discussed at Williamstown Fin CommFirst-year Town Manager Robert Menicocci used his initial budget presentation to a joint meeting of the Select Board and Finance Committee to focus on his philosophy of budgeting and solicit feedback from the officials. Governor Establishes New Executive Office of Veterans' ServicesFormer state representative and US Army Reserve Major Dr. Jon Santiago of Boston was sworn in as the Massachusetts' first Secretary of the new Executive Office of Veterans' Services (EOVS).  BCC Welcomes Vice President of Institutional AdvancementLydon has spent more than 20 years in higher education advancement roles. Lanesborough Finance Committee Supports Public Safety Building ArticleOn Tuesday the panel OKed applicable articles for the Special Town Meeting on March 9, one of which is to raise and appropriate, transfer, and/or borrow $5,989,100 for a new public safety complex at 405 South Main Street.  Lee Bank Names New Senior Vice President of Consumer BankingCheryl Martin has joined the Bank as the SVP of Consumer Banking and will be based out of the Main Office located at 75 Park Street in Lee.  Miss Hall's School to Present Once Upon a Mattress'The MHS production opens with an 8 p.m. performance on Friday, March 3, followed by an 8 p.m. performance on Saturday, March 4, and a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 5. Closure of Norfolk Road Bridge over the Umpachene River In New MarlboroughThe bridge is anticipated to be re-opened to travel in July.  Northern Berkshire Veteran Services Holds March Food DriveThe pantry is in need of potato chips, nacho chips, popcorn, crackers, granola bars, mixed nuts, jerky, dried fruit, protein bars, water, Gatorade, tea, coffee, nonperishable cheeses, cookies, dishwasher detergent, and laundry detergent.  Berkshire Harm Reduction Implementing Narcan Boxes in PittsfieldProgram Manager Sarah DeJesus updated the Board of Health on Wednesday on the organization's efforts to place Narcan or Naloxone boxes in public places that are readily available for use.  Pittsfield Council Sees Fourth Quarter ARPA Funding UsesArmstrong also highlighted the $13.8 million that was spent on the city projects, which she said resulted in no issuance of debt or impact on utility and tax rates.  The Jewish Federation of the Berkshires Welcomes Development OfficerIn this capacity, Mark will be responsible for working in partnership with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and the Development Committee to plan and implement Federation's annual campaign and major gifts fundraising effort. Dalton Boards Amend Information Technology Services BudgetThe Select Board and Finance Committee voted to amend the Information Technology Services during their meetings this week. Registration for Summer Courses at MCLA Now AvailableRegistration is open to MCLA students, interested community members, high school students, those pursuing a master's degree, and Berkshires-based college students who wish to earn credits toward their degree from another institution.  Weekend Outlook: Fundraisers, Concerts, and MoreBerkshire County is having a variety of events this weekend including fundraisers, concerts, and more. Annual Musical at Mount Greylock Regional SchoolShow tickets must be purchased in advance—$10 for adults and $5 for students  Provider Profile: BHS Expands Gastroenterology CareTo help meet the increasing demand for gastroenterology care in the region, Berkshire Health Systems is pleased to welcome two new gastroenterologists to Gastroenterology Professional Services of Berkshire Medical Center (BMC).  Clark Art Offers Look At Drawing Manuals From Durer to the Digital AgeAdmission to the Clark is free through March 2023. No registration is required. Berkshire Wind Power Cooperative to Award Scholarships to Mount Greylock StudentsBWPCC will select two students from the class of 2023 to receive $1,000 scholarships. Williamstown Select Board Talks about Bylaw for Flags on Town-Owned PolesBut while leaning toward a regulation that would limit those flags, several members of the board pushed for rules that also would open up the potential for more expression in other public spaces.  Dalton Historical Commission Locates Fire District CharterThe Historical Commission announced that it has located the Fire District Charter during its meeting on Wednesday afternoon.  North Adams Officials Elect New School Committee MemberAlyssa Tomkowicz, who grew up in Williamstown and graduated from Williams College, is a senior admissions counselor for systems and outreach at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. 2nd Street Announces Launch of Three InitiativesThe programs — Insight Out, Using Our Outside Voices and Hear Me Out — are designed to promote creativity, acceptance and inclusion for presently or formerly incarcerated men and women in Berkshire County. |
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