State Fire Marshal: New Tracking Tool Identifies 50 Lithium-Ion Battery FiresStandard Nationwide Method Recorded About 20 Per Year Adams Community Bank Holds Annual Meeting, Announce GrowthThe meeting included reviewing the 2023 financial statements for the Bank, electing directors and corporators, and highlighting upcoming executive personnel changes. Clark Art Screens 'Manhatta' and 'Rien Que Les Heures'The Clark shows the short film double bill "Manhatta" and "Rien que les heures" at 6 pm in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. Dalton Town Hall Lift Solutions in DevelopmentSolutions are being sought for the lift in Town Hall that has been out of service since December because of safety concerns. Williamstown Fire Committee Talks Station Project Cuts, Truck ReplacementSome of the "value engineering" changes are cosmetic, while at least one pushes off a planned expense into the future. Cost, Access to NBCTC High Among Concerns North Berkshire ResidentsOne speaker after another conveyed how critical local access television is to the community and emphasized the need for affordable and reliable services, particularly for vulnerable populations like the elderly. Celebrity Chef Feed Our Neighbors EventThe "Feed Our Neighbors" event promises an afternoon filled with delectable delights, lively music, and a spirit of community coming together to support a noble cause. Pittsfield ZBA Member Recognized for 40 Years of ServiceAlbert Ingegni III was applauded for four decades of service on the Zoning Board of Appeals during City Council. Mayor Peter Marchetti presented him with a certificate of thanks for his commitment to the community. BRPC's Public Health Program Announces Recent HiresThe BRPC Public Health Program supports Berkshire County and its municipalities in areas including emergency preparedness and response, substance use prevention and harm reduction, community health planning and education, climate resilience, and infectious and chronic disease prevention. Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for Draft CDBG Annual Action PlanThe Community Development Office, in conjunction with the City Council's subcommittee on Community and Economic Development, will hold a public hearing on May 21 at 6:00 p.m. on the proposed CDBG program budget and draft 2025 Annual Action Plan. Clark Art Lecture on Afro-Diasporic ArtThe talk takes place in the Clark's auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. Pittsfield Seeking Volunteers for Flag DistributionThe installation of flags will occur between May 6 to May 11, 2024. North Adams Council Gives Initial OK to Zoning ChangeA zoning change that would add a residential property to the commercial zone on State Road was adopted to a second reading but met with some pushback. The Planning Board recommended the change. Williamstown Charter Review Panel OKs Fix to Address 'Separation of Powers' ConcernThe Charter Review Committee on Wednesday voted unanimously to endorse an amended version of the compliance provision it drafted to be added to the Town Charter. Dion Brown Announces Transfer to Boston CollegeOn Wednesday afternoon, Brown announced via the social media platform “X” that he is transferring to Boston College. Select Board Incumbent Bob Bishop Up for Re-ElectionRobert Bishop says he'll work to keep taxes down while supporting town department and employees if re-elected to the Select Board. BerkChique! at Ventfort HallThe weekend pop up sale will benifit Ventfort Hall Mansion & Gilded Age Museum, with additional donations going to the Berkshire Humane Society, Community Access to the Arts (CATA), WAM Theatre, and Berkshire Art Center. McCann Technical School Announce Tea Room ScheduleThe Tea Room operates from 10:45 AM to noon. Williamstown Affordable Housing Trust Hears Objections to Summer Street ProposalA couple of the residents who addressed the AHT said they are concerned that Northern Berkshire Habitat is biting off more than it can chew and will not have the resources to build five houses at the site. Greylock Federal Promotes Assistant Vice President, Business Banking OfficerIn his role, Barry will service existing and new business members, work on business development, originate commercial loans, and help to create and manage new products, services and classes to serve the community. Adams Beautification Plans Community CleanupThe Adams Beautification group, which has been quietly sprucing up the town since 2022, hopes to bring in more members of the community during a community cleanup day scheduled for Saturday, April 27. Adams Historical Society Annual MeetingTrudel's presentation will include never-before-published photographs of the company's operations, samples of original Jones Division fabrics, and family photographs. Materials from the historical society's collection will also be on display. North Adams Public Schools To Host Grade Configuration ForumThe forum will take place on Wednesday, May 15 at 6 PM. Clark Art Presents HerblorePracticing herbalists Brooke Bridges, Twink Williams Burns, and Rebecca Guanzon share intimate stories about their relationships with the land and their ancestors. |
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