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Pittsfield Refining Designation for Snow Removal on Private Ways

Commissioner of Public Services and Utilities Ricardo Morales made this recommendation after finding that some of these ways are not accessible to the public and, therefore, not eligible under the state statute.

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3 Found Guilty in Asiyanna Jones Murder

After a week and a half trial in Berkshire Superior Court, the jury returned guilty verdicts against Gary Linen, Carey Pilot, and Elizabeth Perez for the Oct. 2, 2017, shooting on Dewey Avenue.

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BCHS Presents Holiday Lights At Arrowhead

Herman Melville celebrated Christmas at Arrowhead in the late nineteenth century, a time that gave rise to new Victorian holiday traditions such as tree decorating, gift giving, Santa Claus, greeting cards, stockings by the fire, church activities and family-oriented days of feasting and fun.

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First Nor'easter of the Season Expected to Drop Foot of Snow

The latest weather report is forecasting 6 to 12 inches of snow falling across the region from around 7 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday at 10 a.m. The storm may also bring rain, sleet and strong winds into the region.

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Great Barrington Names New Finance Coordinator

In her new role, she will oversee all town financial operations, including an annual budget of approximately $40 million.

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Emergency Planning Committee Notes Staffing Challenges

These staffing challenges were one of the areas for improvement noted at the hazardous material exercise that took place on Oct. 22 in Richmond.

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SVMC Primary Care Practices Recognized for Patient-Centered Care

The medical practices have been re-designated as Patient Centered Medical Homes by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

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Weekend Outlook: Menorah Lighting, Discount Shopping, and More

The holiday season is just around the corner, or upon us for some, celebrate it with one or more of the many events happening this weekend in Berkshire County, including discount shopping, menorah lightings, play readings, and more.

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The Art of Chanukah With Nancy Kotz

"The Art of Chanukah" tells the story of the holiday through art objects from many centuries.

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Construct Closes on Windflower Inn to Expand Workforce Housing

The historic 10.5 acres property, built in 1850, at 684 South Egremont Road, will help local businesses find housing for their staff.

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Add layers of protection to financial strategy

To achieve your financial security, and that of your family, you will need to create a comprehensive strategy. But for this strategy to succeed, you'll need to guard it from various challenges – and that means you'll need to build in different layers of protection.

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Healey and Driscoll Announce 5 Regional Inaugural Events

In the days leading up to the inauguration celebration, the Healey-Driscoll Inaugural Committee will host five regional events, including on the Cape and in the Central, Merrimack Valley, Southeastern, and Western regions of the state.

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Williamstown Select Board Looking at Short-Term Rentals Bylaw

But several members on Monday indicated that they doubt the work can be completed in time for approval by May's annual town meeting.

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Pittsfield CPA Committee Deems Eight Projects Eligible

The total ask of around $709,000 includes historic preservation, open space and recreation, and community housing projects.

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North Adams' Apkins Scrapyard to Close Dec. 23

After nearly seven decades in operation, George Apkin & Sons scrapyard on State Street will close on Dec. 23.

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Northern Berkshires Could See Over a Foot of Snow

The U.S. The National Weather Service predicts heavy snow with an accumulation of up to 12 to 18 inches in the Northern Berkshires and the higher elevations of the Green Mountains.

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Mount Greylock District Plan Looks to Serve Every Student

McCandless provided the committee with a wide-ranging update on the district improvement plan he implemented last year.

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Pittsfield Green Drinks: Protecting What Sustains Us All

Discuss the organization's work of this past year and explore what comes next as the new year approaches.

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McCann Receives Skills Capital Grant For HVAC Training Program

Currently there is no HVAC technician training program in the Berkshire County, and HVAC was identified by the Berkshire County Workforce blueprint as a critical workforce need.

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Berkshire Music School: Holiday Fun With Dan, Julia, and Jim

The performance is organized by BMS's youth class faculty member Dan Pena-Ariel, who will perform on the piano, saxophone, koto, ocarina, and sing.

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BCC to Offer Flu and COVID Vaccines

Vaccines are given free of charge; bring insurance cards.

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North Adams Moving Police Station to Berkshire Plaza

Mayor Jennifer Macksey informed the City Council on Tuesday night that she had signed an agreement with Scarafoni & Associates, owner of the Berkshire Plaza, to relocate the police force temporarily to the building off Main Street.

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Pittsfield Council Queries Superintendent on Fumes Evacuation Incident

On Tuesday, city councilors expressed displeasure with how the school district handled it, quizzing Superintendent Joseph Curtis on the matter.

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Healey and Driscoll Announce Administration and Finance Secretary, Top Staff

Matthew Gorzkowicz will be appointed as Secretary of the Executive Office for Administration and Finance. Kate Cook will be Chief of Staff and Gabrielle Viator will serve as Senior Advisor.

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Pignatelli Answers Student Questions on Government

The fifth- and eighth-grade students gathered around the dean of the Berkshire delegation to discuss important issues in the community, with more than a few requesting a picture and autograph afterward.

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