 Pittsfield Celebrates Robert 'Bob' Presutti on Arbor DayOfficials celebrated Arbor Day on Friday by installing a commemorative plaque next to the American elm sapling. This is a tree that James McGrath, the city's park program manager, said Presutti would have been particularly proud of.  Dalton Preview Town Meeting Set April 29Voters at the annual town meeting on Monday, May 6, will decide 22 articles, including articles on sidewalks and the authorization of a number of spending articles, including an approximate $22 million budget.  MassDOT Warns of Toll-fee Smishing ScamCustomers who receive an unsolicited text, email, or similar message suggesting it is from EZDriveMA or another toll agency should not click on the link. Tickets On Sale for Berkshire FlyerPassenger rail service runs on weekends from June 21 through Sept. 2 Friday and Sunday service, including a Sunday morning train from NYC, from Amtrak, in conjunction with MassDOT and NYSDOT @theMarket: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back Keep Traders on Their ToesThe S&P 500 bounced by more than 2 percent this week, retracing almost half of the 5 percent decline we have suffered so far in April. The jury is still out on whether this is only a dead-cat bounce or a signal that the downside is over.  Weekend Outlook: Fundraisers, Music, and MoreThis weekend, the Berkshires will have events including music, fundraisers, screenings, and more. State Fire Marshal: New Tracking Tool Identifies 50 Lithium-Ion Battery FiresStandard Nationwide Method Recorded About 20 Per Year 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. The Retired Investor: Real Estate Agents Face Bleak FutureThe end of fixed commissions is not rocket science. In so many industries, the practice of charging fixed fees for services is a thing of the past.  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. 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.  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. 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.  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. BEAT: Volunteer FieldworkThis spring, BEAT is offering training to anyone interested in conducting volunteer fieldwork by surveying culverts and road-stream crossings. The first field day training is Tuesday, April 30. Dalton Select Board Argues Over Sidewalk ArticleA heated discussion concerning sidewalks during Monday night's Select Board meeting resulted in the acting chair calling a recess to cool the situation.  Developer Asks $400K From Pittsfield Housing Trust for Condo ProjectBetween disagreements about site design and a formal funding process not yet established, more time is needed before a decision can be made.  Pittsfield Subcommittee Supports Election Pay, Veterans Parking, Wetland OrdinancesThe Ordinances and Rules subcommittee on Monday unanimously supported a pay raise for election workers, free downtown parking for veterans, and safeguards to better protect wetlands. |
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