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Christmas Eve Poem

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house ...

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Berkshire County Homes Celebrating Holiday Cheer

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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Possible Measles Exposure at Boston, Logan

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed Wednesday that an out-of-state adult visitor who spent time in Boston and Westborough earlier this month was diagnosed with measles and was present in a number of locations.

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MountainOne Bank Promotes Commercial Portfolio Manager

In this role, Barrow supports the success of MountainOne's commercial lending relationships.

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Lt. Governor Driscoll Visits Great Barrington Businesses

She was glad to see an array of small-business owners thriving, and the eclectic items that Great Barrington has to offer.

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McCann Recognizes Superintendent Award Recipient

The Superintendent's Award has been presented to Landon LeClair, a senior in McCann Technical School's advanced manufacturing course.

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MassWildlife: Five Years of Bat House Monitoring

As 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.

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Lanesborough Fifth-Graders Win Snowplow Name Contest

One 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.

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Companion Corner: Weber at No Paws Left Behind

iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.

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Snow, 'Freezing Drizzle' Forecast for Berkshires

The day before the day before Christmas is shaping up to be a messy mix of rain and snow.

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Dalton Board Signs Off on Land Sale Over Residents' Objections

The 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.

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Pittsfield Police Chief Retiring in January

Police Chief Thomas Dawley will retire next month after 24 years with the Pittsfield Police Department, and the mayor will appoint his successor.

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Adams Parts Ways With Police Chief

The 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."

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Holiday Hours: Christmas & New Year's

Businesses, schools and government offices will be taking breaks next week as the nation celebrates Christmas and New Year's.

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Anthony Birthplace's Executive Director Leaving

The leadership at the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum is changing with the departure of Executive Director James Capuzzi.

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New Pet Food Pantry Helping Adams, Area Pet Owners

Santa was at the former Firehouse Cafe on Saturday greeting pet owners as volunteers gave out bags of food for pet owners in need.

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Berkshire Food Project Closed for Power Issues

he Berkshire Food Project is closed Monday because of a power outage early in the morning.

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MassHire Berkshire Awarded $75K Youth Pilot

In Berkshire County, MassHire was awarded a $75,000 grant.

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William Russell Allen House Study Near Complete

A feasibility study on the William Russell Allen House is expected by the end of the month.

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Dalton Resident Ranks Third in National Snocross Race

Last weekend, LaBeau raced in the Mount Zion Snocross National race in Ironwood, Mich., the first of eight races in the national circuit series.

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Governor Launches Business Builds Program

Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches Business Builds Program to Support Business Expansion Across Massachusetts

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St. Stan's Students Spread Holiday Cheer at Williamstown Commons

Preparation for the event began in early December, with students crafting bells to accompany their singing. The handmade cards were completed last week.

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DFS Adds New Interior Drone Resources to Support Operations

New Drones Can Assist with Hazmat Response, Structural Collapse, and More

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Former Adams Community Center Transformed Into Modern Apartments

The historic three-story structure tucked away off East Street is nearly ready for its latest phase as rental housing.

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