A Pittsfield and Berkshire County landmark loathed by many and liked by some will be dismantled on Monday.
The Sea Bee, the large ship that has been rising out of the parking lot of the Allendale Shopping Center in Coltsville since 1990, will see its end that day. The fate of the 32-foot, 12-ton sculpture was determined by the Lamar Companies, the company that purchased the shopping center in July for $5.6 million.
In addition the Lamar Companies had the rest of the artwork at Allendale removed prior to the sale because they didn't want them. The only piece of artwork left at Allendale is "Having a Ball", a sculpture that has delighted a generation of youngsters in the underground portion of the shopping center.
"Having a Ball" sends golf balls through a series of metal hoops, loops and jumps. The Morristown, N.J., company, which specializes in reviving distressed shopping centers, plans to renovate Allendale either this fall or next spring
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Winter Storm Warning Issued for Berkshires
Another snowstorm is expected to move through the region overnight on Friday, bringing 5 to 8 inches of snow. This is updated from Thursday's winter weather advisory.
The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has posted a winter storm warning for all of Berkshire County and parts of eastern New York State beginning Friday at 4 p.m. through Saturday at 1 p.m.
The region could see heavy to moderate snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour overnight, tapering off Saturday morning to flurries.
Drivers should exercise caution on Friday night and Saturday morning, as travel conditions may be hazardous.
Saturday night should be clear and calm, but warming temperatures means freezing rain Sunday night and rain through Monday with highs in the 40s. The forecast isn't much better through the week as temperatures dip back into the teens with New Year's Eve looking cloudy and frigid.
Many homeowners are showing their holiday spirit by decorating their houses. We asked for submissions so those in the community can check out these fanciful lights and decor when they're out.
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