 Downtown Pittsfield Inc. Celebrates a Bustling 2023DPI held its annual meeting at the Berkshire Museum on Thursday, touting the 17 businesses welcomed to the downtown in 2023 and six so far this year.  Dalton Man Accused of Kidnapping, Shooting Pittsfield ManA Dalton man was arrested on Thursday evening after allegedly kidnapping and shooting another man.  Northern Berkshire Celebrates Spirit of Caring Award RecipientsThe Northern Berkshire United Way on Thursday saluted members of the community who have stepped beyond their roles to help and support others. Dalton Fire District Annual Town Meeting May 14The meeting will take place at the Stationary Factory on Tuesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. The annual election will be held on the same day, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the fire station. Berkshire Communities Awarded FY25 Chapter 90 FundsThe Chapter 90 program provides municipalities with an annual funding source for improvements to and investments in local transportation networks.  Greylock Federal Promotes North Adams Branch ManagerIn her role, Jannicelli oversees all activities for the North Adams branch, manages the location's staff of seven, and plays an active role in business development.  Hoffmann Bird Club Field Trips: South Stream RoadThe walk starts at 6:45 am. Scholarship Offered to BArT GraduatesThe application deadline is Friday, May 17, 2024.  Sensing Nature at the ClarkAdvance registration required. Pittsfield Senior Tax Work-Off Program Now AcceptingEligible candidates must be Pittsfield residential property owners 60 years of age and older at the time of the application. Clarksburg FinCom, Select Board Agree on $1.9M Town Operating BudgetThe town is looking at an operating budget of $1,859,413 for fiscal 2025, down a percent from this year largely because of debt falling off.  Pittsfield Officials: Unlimited Trash Not Sustainable, Toters Offer Cost-SavingsUnlimited trash pickup is not sustainable and will lead to higher taxes, city officials say.  Dalton Zoning Board OKs Conversion of Zip's Bar into ApartmentsThe Zoning Board of Appeals on Tuesday approved the conversion of the former Zip's Bar & Billiards into four apartments.  BCC Jazz Ensemble Presents Free ConcertThe event is free and open to the public.  Red Tee Tournament To Benefit Berkshire United WaySecond Annual Red Tee Tournament, An All-Women Golf Event, to Benefit Berkshire United Way and the Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center Mother's Day: Weekend OutlookThere are a variety of events this Mother's Day weekend, from tea parties to cake decorating to live music and more. Clark Art Hosts Special Mother's Day ProgramThese activities are offered free with gallery admission.  Clark Art Screens À Propos de Nice; Douro, Faina Fluvial; and Regen/RainThe Clark shows the short film triple bill "À propos de Nice;" "Douro, Faina Fluvial;" and "Regen/Rain" at 6 pm in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. MCLA to Host Graduate Programs Info Session at BICA virtual session will be held on May 30 at noon. Williamstown Planners OK Preliminary Habitat PlanThe Planning Board on Tuesday agreed in principle to most of the waivers sought by Northern Berkshire Habitat for Humanity to build five homes on a Summer Street parcel.  Beverly Gans Marks 60 Years & Counting in the Pittsfield SchoolsGans will mark 40 years as secretary to principal at Taconic High School in June.  Letter: Article 41 on Williamstown Town Meeting WarrantThe town warrant for the upcoming town meeting has just been published. Many people think Article 41 warrants thought and discussion prior to the meeting.  Spring Jazz Ensemble Concert At Simon's RockConducted by Professor of Music, Electronic Arts, and Cultural Studies John Myers, the concert will include new arrangements of pieces by artists such as Thelonius Monk, Johnny Mandel, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and others, as well as the debut of John Myers' original composition "Lifeline." Drury Revives Senior Citizens PromScheduled for May 14 from 5–7PM in the Drury cafeteria, this event welcomes individuals of all ages to join in the festivities.  Pittsfield Community Development OKs Airport Project, Cannabis AmendmentThe Community Development Board has supported plans for a new hangar at the airport and a change to the cannabis ordinance. |
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