 McCann Recognizes Superintendent Award RecipientThe Superintendent's Award has been presented to Landon LeClair, a senior in McCann Technical School's advanced manufacturing course.  MassWildlife: Five Years of Bat House MonitoringAs bats across Massachusetts settle into their winter hibernation sites, we're taking a moment to look back at the summer roosts that support them—and the volunteers who monitor these vital habitats. Lanesborough Fifth-Graders Win Snowplow Name ContestOne of the snowplows for Highway District 1 has a new name: "The Blizzard Boss." The name comes from teacher Gina Wagner's fifth-grade class at Lanesborough Elementary School.  Companion Corner: Weber at No Paws Left BehindiBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home. Snow, 'Freezing Drizzle' Forecast for BerkshiresThe day before the day before Christmas is shaping up to be a messy mix of rain and snow.  Dalton Board Signs Off on Land Sale Over Residents' ObjectionsThe Select Board signed the sale on the last of what had been known as the Bardin property Monday even as a handful of residents demanded the right to speak against the action.  Pittsfield Police Chief Retiring in JanuaryPolice Chief Thomas Dawley will retire next month after 24 years with the Pittsfield Police Department, and the mayor will appoint his successor. Adams Parts Ways With Police ChiefThe Board of Selectmen voted on Sept. 8 to put the police chief on a paid leave of absence but town officials have declined to answer repeated questions about the nature of the absence other than to clarify it was not a "suspension."  Holiday Hours: Christmas & New Year'sBusinesses, schools and government offices will be taking breaks next week as the nation celebrates Christmas and New Year's. Anthony Birthplace's Executive Director LeavingThe leadership at the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum is changing with the departure of Executive Director James Capuzzi.  New Pet Food Pantry Helping Adams, Area Pet OwnersSanta was at the former Firehouse Cafe on Saturday greeting pet owners as volunteers gave out bags of food for pet owners in need. Berkshire Food Project Closed for Power Issueshe Berkshire Food Project is closed Monday because of a power outage early in the morning. MassHire Berkshire Awarded $75K Youth PilotIn Berkshire County, MassHire was awarded a $75,000 grant.  William Russell Allen House Study Near CompleteA feasibility study on the William Russell Allen House is expected by the end of the month. Dalton Resident Ranks Third in National Snocross RaceLast weekend, LaBeau raced in the Mount Zion Snocross National race in Ironwood, Mich., the first of eight races in the national circuit series. Governor Launches Business Builds ProgramHealey-Driscoll Administration Launches Business Builds Program to Support Business Expansion Across Massachusetts  St. Stan's Students Spread Holiday Cheer at Williamstown CommonsPreparation for the event began in early December, with students crafting bells to accompany their singing. The handmade cards were completed last week. DFS Adds New Interior Drone Resources to Support OperationsNew Drones Can Assist with Hazmat Response, Structural Collapse, and More Former Adams Community Center Transformed Into Modern ApartmentsThe historic three-story structure tucked away off East Street is nearly ready for its latest phase as rental housing. MassDOT Announces Municipal Speed Feedback Signage ProgramProgram will provide municipalities with solar-powered, data-capable speed feedback signs Adams OKs Parking Fix for Stalled Jordan St. Culvert RepairsJordan Street residents displaced by a years-old culvert collapse have a place to park this winter, but town officials remain in the dark regarding when the culvert will actually be fixed.  Superintendent's Award Presented to Wahconah High SeniorBrown hopes to one day work in a lab, feeding their strong interest in scientific research and making a positive difference in the world. Planning Board Continues Berkshire Concrete HearingThe Planning Board again voted to continue the public hearing for Berkshire Concrete's excavation permit despite opposition from neighbors. MassWildLife: Counting birds, Your New Holiday TraditionTurn your birdwatching on Wildlife Management Areas into real science by taking part in the Christmas Bird Count this winter. Pittsfield Affordable Housing Initiatives Shine Light, HopePrior to the ribbon-cutting, public officials and community resource personnel were able to tour the two new permanent supported housing projects — West Housatonic Apartments and The First Street Apartments and Housing Resource Center. |
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