 Leigh Davis Will Represent the Third Berkshire DistrictWith a handful of precincts not yet reporting, Davis was leading opponent Marybeth Mitts by 12,603 votes to 9,480, winning 55.5 percent of the vote at as the clock struck midnight.  Berkshires, State Return Incumbents & Pass MCAS QuestionMassachusetts voters sent U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren back to Capitol Hill. High Turnout as Williamstown Passes Local Tax ExemptionThat question to create a tax exemption to the Community Preservatoin Act passed by a margin of 2,177-977.  Dalton Fire District To Review ADU Implications on Water RatesThere is uncertainty surrounding implications accessory dwelling units will have on the water and sewer rates.  Williamstown Community Contra DanceThe dance will run from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown.  Soldier On 5K Sunday in PittsfieldSoldier On and the Berkshire Running Foundation will host the inaugural Soldier On 5K Walk/Run Sunday, Nov. 10 at the First Street Common in Pittsfield at 9 a.m. BRPC to Present Draft Safety Action PlanBerkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) has been developing the STEPS Initiative: the Safe Travel and Equity Plan for our Streets and will be releasing the draft Action Plan for public review and comment on Nov. 4, 2024. Free Community Day at Hancock Shaker VillageAdmission is free all day for all ages.  Clark Art Hosts Talk By Poet and ScholarThis free event takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium. A book signing follows the talk. Berkshires to Vote for President, State Ballot QuestionsVoters will hit the polls on Tuesday to elect a new president and state and federal officials and decide ballot questions.  Phoebe Jordan Cast Historic Vote 104 Years AgoPhoebe Jordan awoke in the wee hours 104 years ago, lit a lantern and set out on the 2 1/2-mile walk down the dirt road from her farm to the school house to vote. Williams College Addressing New Bias IncidentsThe recent incidents appear to be targeting both Jewish and Black students at the school.  Pittsfield Car Crash Knocks Radio Stations Off AirA police pursuit that ended in a crash reportedly cut power temporarily to four local radio stations on Monday.  North Adams Christmas Trees Installed for 2024The two downtown Christmas trees were delivered and set up Monday, kicking off the holiday season in the city. Talk Slated on Growth of North Adams Art CommunityGallery North will host a talk by artist and developer Eric Rudd on Wednesday, Nov. 12.  Pittsfield BOH Condemns Two HomesHe explained that the city provides potential buyers with a vacant buildings list but, unfortunately, people usually walk away because of their condition.  Triplex Announces Screening of 'A Different Man'Aaron Schimberg, a NY-based filmmaker, directed the critically acclaimed film "Go Down Death" (2014) and the 2019 film "Chained for Life," which also stars Adam Pearson Lee Man Killed in Single-Car AccidentThe section of Division Street from Alford Road to Christian Hill was closed for four hours while investigators were on scene. Mass Wildland Fires Spiked in OctoberCaution Urged as High Outdoor Fire Risk Continues Today  Clark Art Concert By Circuit Des YeuxThe concert takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium at 6 pm.  Louison House Celebrates Growth, Programs at Annual MeetingIn the last year alone, it's provided more than 600 people with housing assistance, assisted nearly 100 in securing housing, and distributed $10 BRTA bus passes to more than 400 people to help them get to housing or income-related appointments. Dalton Officials Sign Off on Bardin Land SaleDuring last week's Select Board meeting, members signed the property's deed to Thomas and Esther Balardini for $150,000.  Pittsfield Finishes Unbeaten Season in Youth Football JuniorsMessiah Grandson and Cashius Bartlett-Mood led the Pittsfield juniors to a 26-8 win over Dalton in the Berkshire County Youth Football League Championship Game on Saturday at Berkshire Community College.  Lee Seniors Win County Youth Football League TitleLee’s Bryce Hoff went 59 yards for a rushing touchdown in the first quarter, and it ended up the only score in the contest.  Question 2: Is MCAS a Tool or Barrier?Those who oppose the removal of MCAS as a graduation requirement fear it will stunt accountability while supporters feel it bogs students down. |
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