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Pittsfield Lights Christmas Tree Dec. 6
The Parks Commission last week approved the annual tree lighting ceremony on Friday, Dec. 6, beginning at 6 p.m. It will include warm beverages, pictures with the Grinch, and a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
MassRMV Urges residents to Plan Ahead for REAL ID Compliance
Due to federal requirement becoming effective on May 7, 2025, anyone traveling by plane domestically, or wishing to enter certain federal facilities, will need a REAL ID or Passport
One Eagle Street Restaurant: Three Eateries Inside
Three veterans of the restaurant industry are experimenting with a collaborative that will offer distinctive experiences in a single space.
Create an Ad: Mike's Maytag Home Appliance Center
Morris Elementary School fourth-graders in Pamela Codey's class participated in our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.
Berkshire Bounty Receives Challenge Grant From Warrior Trading
Berkshire Bounty's goal is to raise $100,000 by the end of 2024.
Dalton Fire District Holding Special Town Meeting Dec. 3
The Fire District will hold a special town meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at the Stationary Factory to appropriate funds for the purchase of an ambulance.
Cops for Kids with Cancer Gives Adams Boy A Boost
Lucas Solak, an 8-year-old boy battling leukemia, received a $5,000 check from Cops for Kids with Cancer on Tuesday, bringing support to his family during a challenging time.
Hoosac Valley Kindergartners on 'How to Make a Thanksgiving Turkey'
Three kindergarten classes submitted their own recipes.
Lenox Library Annual Food Drive for GivingTuesday
Community members are encouraged to participate.
Brayton Kindergartners on 'How to Make a Thanksgiving Turkey'
The kindergartners in Shealee Cooke's classroom at Brayton Elementary School share their answers here to "How Do You Make a Thanksgiving Turkey."
Pittsfield Adopts Surveillance Tech Oversight Ordinance
The purpose of the ordinance is to provide regulations for surveillance technology acquisition, use by the city, or the use of the surveillance data it provides to safeguard the right of individuals’ privacy balanced with the need to promote and provide safety and security.
Williamstown Fire District to Post Chief's Position
The Fire District's Personnel Committee on Monday finalized a job description for the next chief and agreed to post the job with an eye toward getting a new leader in the door by March.
State Fire Marshal: Serve Up Safety on Thanksgiving
More Residential Fires Take Place on Thanksgiving Than Any Other Day
Adams Holiday Home Decorating Contest Registration Open
All residents within the boundaries of the Town of Adams are eligible to participate.
Local Chef, North Adams Police Team Up to Deliver Thanksgiving Meals
Three dozen local families will be feasting this Thanksgiving thanks to a local chef with some help from the Police Department.
New Nissan Owners Want to Turn Troubled Dealership Around
The incoming owners of Nissan of Pittsfield want to turn the dealership around after it allegedly left multiple customers "in the hole."
Dalton Select Board Calls for Special Election
The Select Board has called a special election to fill its vacant seat left by former member Joseph Diver after delaying the decision on a citizen's petition.
Pittsfield Announces 2024 Holiday Parking Schedule
Free parking this season will include "Free Parking Fridays" on Nov. 29, Dec. 6 and 13.
Butternut Fire 40 Percent Contained
The Butternut Fire is 40 percent contained and the command post has been moved to Butternut Ski Area.
Clarksburg Declines to Renew Town Administrator Contract; Posts Position
The Select Board on Monday voted to post the town administrator position in hopes of having a new leader in place by early next year.
Flying Cloud Receives $8K Matching Challenge
This will allow donations received by Flying Cloud on Giving Tuesday, which is December 3, 2024, to be doubled, up to $8,000.
Clark Art Presents First Sunday Free: Lights, Camera Landscape
December's theme is "Lights, Camera, Landscape!"
MountainOne Thankful 5K to Benefit Local Food Pantries
The run/walk will be held on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, at Berkshire Community College, located at 1350 West Street in Pittsfield, starting at 9 a.m.
Thanksgiving Angels Show Up for Increased Need
The meal kit distribution effort has surpassed last year's numbers, serving more than 2,200 local families in need.
Cheshire Lays Off School Resource Officer
A veteran officer of the Police Department is out after his position as school resource officer was revoked.
BMC Receives Baby-Friendly Designation
This demonstrates that BMC is adhering to the highest standards of care for breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
BEAT Looks to Decarbonization of Last Berkshire Peaker Plant
During Wednesday's Berkshire Green Drinks event hosted by the Berkshire Environmental Action Team, Rosemary Wessel discussed possible green outcomes for Pittsfield Generating Co. on Merrill Road.
BCC Awarded Technical Assistance Grant
Funds will result in 514 apprentices and pre-apprentices trained and placed in fields like health care, manufacturing, clean energy, and life sciences
Hancock Shaker Village: Thanksgiving on the Farm
There will be a variety of tours, talks, and demos throughout the weekend.
BCC Celebrates 10 Years of Medical Coding, HIM Program
Berkshire Community College's Medical Coding and Health Information Management Program has seen around 150 graduates since its inception in 2014.
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