 Pittsfield Restaurant Told to Do Better After Underage Drinking AllegationsOn Monday, the board filed a show cause hearing for El Habanero Mexican Grill after a December incident, but the owner was warned that future offenses will result in a liquor license suspension.  NA School Building Committee Considers Fields, Emergency ShelterThese new options arose from a series of work group meetings.  Community Hero of the Month: Officer Joshua TracyTracy has been an officer in the Berkshires for seven years, working for multiple departments including North Adams, Pittsfield, and as of approximately 5 months ago, Lee.  Haddad Celebrates National Ranking for Certified Collision CenterBastow traveled extensively to complete comprehensive training and has achieved the title of Master Certified through Toyota. Adams May Use Centennial Celebration Funds for Historical PreservationThe remaining money for the Adams Suffrage Centennial Celebration has been turned over to the town. Marchetti Combines Third Thursday, Artswalk in New Downtown EventOn Monday, it was announced that the "First Fridays at Five” events will begin in May, taking cues from Third Thursdays and First Fridays Art Walks.  Daf Moby: A Voyage Through Melville's TalmudWilliams College Professors Jeffrey Israel and Eden Dekel Discuss Their Unique Approach to Studying Moby-Dick Pittsfield Announces a Matter of Balance ProgramThis program is designed for older adults who have concerns about falling and want to make changes to reduce the risks of falling.  Clark Art Presents Lecture on Anonymous 18th Century Black PortraitA 5 pm reception in the Manton Research Center reading room precedes the free program. Cable Advisory Committee to Hold Public HearingsThe first hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6 at 6:00p.m. and will take place at City Hall in the Council Chambers located at 70 Allen Street, Pittsfield. Pittsfield Council Approves Public Services Monies After OversightAn order authorizing $48,820 for the Department of Public Services to pay Northern Tree Services for debris clearance and restoration work after a March 2023 storm was approved. Williamstown Fin Comm Begins Review of FY25 Spending PlanTown Manager Robert Menicocci presented the Fin Comm with a preliminary budget of $24.8 million for FY25, up 4 percent from the $23.9 million spending plan for the current fiscal year.  Second Chance Composting Comes to PittsfieldMemberships are open and ongoing for the 9 South Atlantic Avenue drop off location. The program runs continuously all year, through all 4 seasons. Dalton Police Department Looks For Kennel OptionsStrout said the department does not take surrendered dogs so the situation is manageable, at the moment.  Second Street Elects Four New Board MembersSecond Street Second Chances has elected four new members to its Board of Directors: Charlie Catacalos, Becky Crane, Daniel Lowenstein and Roberta McCulloch-Dews.  Gaza Resolution Proponents Again Make Their Case to Williamstown Select BoardMost of those who spoke during the public comment portion of the Select Board’s biweekly meeting were Williamstown residents, and all 13 who spoke either from the lectern in the meeting room or via Zoom spoke in favor of adopting the cease fire resolution. Lee Awarded Technical Grant For Upland Disposal FacilityLee was awarded a $20,000 grant to engage technical expertise to review and interpret information about the Upland Disposal Facility.  How can women bridge the retirement gap?March 8 is International Women's Day, a day for celebrating all the accomplishments of women around the globe. But many women still need to make up ground in one key area: retirement security. Adams Allocates Additional Funds To Progress Glen Outdoor Center SolarAlthough a cost to the town, the geotechnical survey would ensure that the Outdoor Center opens as a net zero energy building. Dalton Green Committee Seeks Collaboration with Crane Co.Since the Community Eco municipal solid waste incinerators in Pittsfield ceased operations, Crane & Company has used a temporary boiler.  Williams College Art Museum Debuts Emancipation ExhibitEmancipation: The Unfinished Project of Liberation debuted at the museum on Friday and will be on display through July 14. Man Charged for Beacon Cinema RobberyOn Monday, Kyle Richard Wilbur, 32, was arraigned in Pittsfield District Court for Armed Robbery after being identified as the perpetrator of a robbery at the movie theater on Friday around 10:18 p.m.  Saint James Place Appoints Executive DirectorAs Executive Director, he will be charged with extending the growth of Saint James Place through management of finances, marketing and expanded program development. Murder Mystery Fundraiser For Pitbull Mix, BettyBetty will still need regular therapy to recover from her leg amputation. Cheshire Firefighters Rescue Ice Fisher from ReservoirCheshire firefighters took to social media to warn residents to stay off the ice as it is not stable. |
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