 Drought Conditions Return to Normal Across CommonwealthAll seven regions of the state are at Level 0-Normal Conditions.  Tyer Looks Back on Two Terms, Looks Ahead to New LeadershipA few factors influenced her choice to not seek re-election. The two-term mayor would like to spend more time with her husband, Barry Clairmont, and her parents who are in their eighties. She also feels that it is simply the right time.  Adams Police Department K-9 Adam Greets CommunityCommunity members in collaboration with the Hometown Foundation raised $10,000 for the Police Department's new K-9, Adam. North Adams Airport Appoints Permanent ManagerThe Airport Commission appointed interim Airport Manager Bruce Goff as the permanent manager. Pittsfield Special Event Permit Application ProcessIf a planned activity meets the special event definition, applicants must submit a completed special event permit application at least 45 days prior to the event, and no more than one year in advance of the proposed event date. Mayor Linda Tyer Not Seeking ReelectionTyer served two terms after being elected in 2016 and has been in public office since 2004. Her previous elected roles include Ward 3 City Councilor and City Clerk.  Clark Art Lecture on Promises and Risks of Multispecies ImagesThe talk takes place in the Clark's auditorium and is free and open to the public. A reception in the Manton Research Center reading room at 5 pm precedes the program. Drury Q1 Honor RollDrury High School's honor roll for the first quarter of the 2022-2023 school year.  North Adams Files Suit Against Scrapyard for Back Payments, Fire CostsThe Redevelopment Authority is asking the court for an attachment on Apkins scrapyard to prevent the company from selling the 5-acre property. Pittsfield Council Grants Optics Company $250K in Economic FundsThe City Council granted Electro Magnetic Applications, Inc. $250,000 in Pittsfield Economic Development Funds on Tuesday — but not without debate from two councilors.  North Adams Police Temporary Quarters Nearly CompleteMayor Jennifer Macksey told the City Council on Tuesday that the renovations at the former juvenile are "about 95 percent complete" and that the furniture will be arriving this week. Williamstown Fire Station Cut Down in SizeThe Building Committee on Wednesday was informed that progress had been made in reducing the size of the 27,218 structure to also reduce the cost.  Cannabis Marketing Challenges: What To Pay Attention ToEven though the cannabis industry has made a lot of progress toward legalization, there are still problems to solve. Problems with traditional marketing methods include a lack of education, trouble getting people to follow the rules, censorship on social media, and old stereotypes.  Weekend Outlook: Dances, Festivals, and MoreWarm up to some events Berkshire County will be having this long weekend including festivals, community nights, and dance parties. Adams New K9 'Adam' Will Greet the Community FridayThe police force's new K9, dubbed "Adam," will be with his handler Officer Curtis Crane at Adam's Hometown Market on Friday, Feb. 17, from 11 to noon.  Eversource Seeking Federal Funds for Pittsfield Microgrid ProjectEversource is seeking federal funds to develop Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) in the city. The clean energy system is also referred to as "smart metering."  BArT Ballers Battle But Bow Out in League SemisDespite 23 points from Corey Lynch and 14 from Sam Touray, the Wolf Pack fell, 62-43, to its long-time rival to the east.  Simon's Rock is a Top Producer of Fulbright ScholarsThis recognition is given to the U.S. colleges and universities that received the highest number of applicants selected for the 2022-23 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. BCC Honors Black History MonthThe books, which include historical works, essays, poems and memoirs penned by Black authors, are located on the first floor of the library and are available for checkout. Dalton Police Department Getting Tasers With ARPA FundsThe board voted to approve the Police Department's request for $53,000 to replace their tasers using American Rescue Plan Act funds.  Adams Names First Police Department CorporalJoshua Baker was formally confirmed in the post at Wednesday's Select Board meeting, surrounded by his colleagues and with family in the audience.  $10 Million Site 9 Redevelopment Now Fully FundedThe project will go out to bid in the spring with an expectation of construction beginning over the summer. Substantial completion could be seen in 2024.  Pittsfield Council Approves 5-Year Contract for Body CamerasThe City Council on Tuesday approved a five-year contract with Axon Enterprises Inc. for body-worn cameras and dashboard cameras.  Clark Art Lecture: Classification and ConquestAdmission to the Clark is free through March 2023. No registration is required Nomination Papers Available in Lenox Town HallCandidates seeking to run for office can obtain nominations papers in the Town Clerk's office, 6 Walker St. Completed nomination papers must be returned to the Town Clerk for certification no later than Monday, March 20 at 5:00 PM. |
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