Dalton Fire District Establishes Ambulance Committee

During last week's Board of Water Commissioners meeting, interim Fire Chief Chris Cachat requested that a committee form to examine cost, bill times, availability, and options for addressing the issue.

Williamstown Breaks Ground On New Fire Station

The new fire station will be a Net Zero Energy building and meet modern firefighter needs.

Pre-Registration Open for South County SBPHC Vaccine Clinics

The public health program at SBPHC is offering pre-registration assistance for clinic appointments and by increasing awareness about our homebound vaccine program.

Brazilian Day Celebration in Pittsfield

This event will honor Brazilian culture and Brazilian Independence Day on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, from 2-9 PM.

BRTA Announces Pilot Pittsfield Paratransit Evening Service

This project aims to enhance and expand the ability for eligible BRTA Paratransit customers, that require an accessible vehicle for travel in the evenings to destinations within Pittsfield.

Child Care of the Berkshires Awarded Capital Renovations Grant

Child Care of the Berkshires, of North Adams, was awarded $483,000.

Sheriff Bowler Holds Annual Picnic Saturday

Admission is $20 and kids under 12 are free.

Morningside Fire Displaces All Tenants

It is believed a cat succumbed to the fire.

Hearing Set on Specialty Minerals Landfill Permit

Specialty Minerals is requesting a revision to its landfill permit to create another landfill at its quarry that will last it nearly 100 years.

Mount Greylock Students Bring Emotional Story to Stage

This month's show will, likewise, double as a fund-raiser for Breakthrough T1D, the organization formerly known as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and, more recently, JDRF.

Pittsfield Citizen Police Academy Fall 2024

The academy provides an opportunity for individuals to gain a better understanding of department operations and issues and topics effecting modern day policing.

SVMC Wellness Connection: Aug. 30

Common Folk Awarded Grant to Implement Strategic Plan

This grant is designated for Creative Community Fellows New England alumni to implement strategic plans that foster creative growth and community change in New England.

Lenox Library to Host Program on Disinformation

Andrew Edwards is an author, public speaker, technologist, and entrepreneur residing in New York's Hudson Valley.

Polish Picnic In Adams This Weekend

Gates open at noon with the Eddie Foreman Orchestra performing favorite dance tunes from 1-5.

Senator Mark Announces September Staff Office Hours

Appointments are not required.

All Saints Electronic Recycling and Paper Shredding Event

A small fee required for disposal of items.

Nighttime Construction Operations in South County

Tuesday, Sept. 3, through Friday, Sept. 6 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones

Pittsfield Panel Proposes Safeguards from Charter Objection

The committee will propose amendments to Article 2 Section 9C, Charter Objection, to allow for discussion, require three supporters, and be prohibited when it pertains to the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Pittsfield Licensing Board to Review Methuselah Videos

The panel continued a show cause hearing last week for the bar for the second time, hoping to review security and body camera footage at the next meeting.

State Primaries Are Tuesday

Voters will see few contests when they head to the polls for the state primaries on Tuesday.

Dalton Green Develops Community Engagement Initiatives

The Green Committee chipped away at the development of its community engagement for its climate action plan.

Dalton BOH to Apply for AC Distribution Program

The town is applying for the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission's AC Distribution Program and is seeking a volunteer to help install the appliance.

Mount Greylock School Committee Accepts Gifts for DEI Work, Nutrition Program

The Mount Greylock Regional School Committee last week accepted a couple of financial gifts to the district and heard that a project eight years in the making should be ready for use this spring.

Market 32 Launches Drive to Support Food Pantries

$10 Pre-Packed Bags Available for Purchase through September 22

The Fairbank Group to be Honored by 1Berkshire

This recognition will be presented at the 11th annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on Sept. 19 at Pittsfield Municipal Airport.

Teacher of the Month: Cindy Chevett

To Chevett, the best part of being a teacher is seeing her students achieve even just the little things, such as writing the letter E or their name.

Milling and Paving Operations on Merrill Road

Lane closures in place for four weeks beginning Tuesday, September 3, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily

Community members, Families Attend Summer Camps at BCC

Tamarack Hollow Breaks Ground on Long-Anticipated Nature Center

Last week, the nonprofit held a ceremonial groundbreaking for a 900-square-foot wooden structure with a full foundation and a composting toilet. The excavation process began this week, and completion is expected in 2026.