 Child Care of Berkshires Planning Growth in Coming YearsChild Care of the Berkshires has an ambitious goal to grow over the next three years — more educators, more programs and more families being served.  1Berkshire Recognizes Butler's Decade of Leadership, Announces MoveJonathan Butler was recognized for a decade of leadership at 1Berkshire's annual meeting on Thursday.  Williamstown Chamber of Commerce Touts Online SuccessesMore than ever, the Williamstown Chamber of Commerce's website is reaching its target audience: people for whom the Village Beautiful is a destination.  Lee Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 100 YearsFor 100 years, the Lee Chamber of Commerce has promoted business in the small, quaint town right off the Massachusetts Turnpike.  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.  Elder Services Marks 50 Years of Service to Aging PopulationElder Services of Berkshire County has assisted the aging local population for 50 years, growing exponentially from its roots with three employees on Wendell Avenue.  BRPC Outlines Busy Year Addressing Region's NeedsThe regional planning agency closed fiscal year 2024 with a revenue increase of nearly $858,000 over the previous year, and a total income of more than $6.9 million from grants, local organizations, and nonprofit agreements.  Berkshire NAMI Celebrates 40 YearsThe local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness held its annual meeting at Zucchini's Restaurant on Wednesday. Between fundraising and sponsorships, the organization brought in nearly $91,700 in the last year and invested about $28,000 into its programs.  NBCC Annual Meeting Filled with Gratitude, CollaborationGratitude was the theme of Northern Berkshire Community Coalition's 38th annual meeting on Friday morning but there was a heavy dose of collaboration as well. Incumbents Returned to Williamstown Prudential CommitteeA small crowd of residents convened for the district annual meeting that followed the election. All articles on the meeting warrant passed unanimously.  Williamstown Fire District Meeting TuesdayThe Fire District on Tuesday will ask voters to approve a fiscal year 2025 budget that includes a 3.5 percent increase in the operation budget over the current year.  BFAIR Recognizes Staff, Celebrates Successes at Annual MeetingBoard Chair Peter Mirante thanked the sponsors of the breakfast event at the Berkshire Hills Country Club, including his employer, Adams Community Bank, for allowing him to attend the nonprofit's many events and functions and encouraging his involvement.  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 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.  MountainOne Marks 175 Years Since FoundingMountainOne ended a successful 175th anniversary year approaching $1 billion in assets and a future that looks to be "busy."  1Berkshire Reviews Fulfilling Year at Annual Meeting1Berkshire conducted 161 business consultations, supported the creation of 92 new jobs and $2.5 million in investment, and made strides with the Berkshire Tech Impact Collaborative and the Berkshire Blueprint 2.0.  Louison House Envisions Future Housing FacilitiesLouison House has been providing temporary shelter for more than 30 years. Now it's looking for a more permanency as the need for emergency and transitional housing has grown.  Northern Berkshire Coalition Recognizes Heroes, Makes Plans for New HomeThe Northern Berkshire Community Coalition annual meeting on Friday was about sharing stories, including the latest chapter in its own chronicle.  New Leadership at Berkshire County Arc Ready for New ChallengesHundreds of members of the BC Arc family packed the ballroom at Berkshire Hills Country Club for the organization's 68th annual meet.  NBCC Sets Annual Meeting, Northern Berkshire Hero Award PresentationThis year's keynote speaker will be state Sen. Paul Mark and the coalition will honor George and Nancy Canales with the Northern Berkshire Hero Award.  Williamstown Fire District Moving to Acquire New OPM for Station ProjectPrudential Committee Chair David Moresi mentioned the move during his report to the annual fire district meeting on Tuesday at Williamstown Elementary School.  Downtown Pittsfield Inc. Annual Meeting Highlights 2022's SuccessesThe year 2022 was one of gathering, celebrating and strategic planning in the downtown corridor.  Adams Fire District May Expand to Entire TownThe Fire District membership voted to increase the district's size to the town's limits at the annual meeting bringing a new fire protection and street lighting charge to new members.  Dalton Fire District's $3M Budget ApprovedVoters approved all 24 articles on the warrant at the annual Fire District meeting on Tuesday night at the Stationary Factory. |
