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Methuselah Ordered to Close Earlier for 'Late-Night Problems'

The bar has been a frequent flier at the Licensing Board over the years, incurring a 30-day liquor license suspension in 2021, as well as two and five-day suspensions leading up to it.

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Adams Appoints Retired Lanesborough Chief to Lead Force in Interim

Sorrell will step in for K. Scott Kelley who has been on paid administrative leave since Sept. 8. ]

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Savoy Town Meeting Unanimously Backs McCann Tech Project

McCann Tech Superintendent James Brosnan addressed the meeting to explain the reason for the repairs, how the district went through the MSBA process and how Savoy's portion of the capital project was determined.

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North Adams License Commission Sees Little Need for License Upgrades

The License Commission will be informing local establishments of a new law allows restaurants serving beer and wine to change their license to all-alcoholic.

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Companion Corner: Onyx 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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Berkshire Fabric Swap

The event will feature a wide range of materials and equipment related to fiber arts.

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Working, but Still Struggling: The Hidden Reality in the Berkshires

Struggling to stay afloat in this economy is not a moral failing. It is not the result of laziness or bad decisions. It is the predictable outcome of an economy that asks too much of its lowest-paid workers while offering too little in return.

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North Adams City Hall Hosts 'Daydream' Sculpture

Peter May had envisioned placing an artwork of his own creation in the Eagle Street pocket park where his building had once stood.

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Failing Becker Pond Dam To Be Removed

The dam is located in the Nature Conservancy's 1,500-acre Mount Plantain Preserve.

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House Climate, Sustainability Committee Visits South Berkshire

The House Committee on Climate Action and Sustainability visited South County on Monday to hear about environmental efforts from organizations and businesses.

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Dalton Offers Town Manager Post to Connecticut Administrator

Of the 22 applications received, the Town Manager Screening Committee put forward three finalists: Anderson, Lisa Blackmer, and Jonathan Elwell.

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Savoy Residents Get First Say Wednesday on McCann Tech Bond

Residents of Savoy Wednesday will have the first say — and possibly final say — on whether the McCann Technical School roof and window replacement project can go forward.

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Mass Loses $7M in Homeland Security Grants

Healey said her administration stands with Attorney General Andrea Joy Campell, who on Tuesday joined a coalition of 12 attorneys general in filing an emergency lawsuit against the Trump administration's reallocation of federal homeland security funds.

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Williams Students Reportedly Harassed on Main Street

Williamstown Police and Williams College security are investigating two reports of students being harassed on Main Street over the weekend.

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Toasting and Tasting for Berkshire South

This event brings together food, wine and community in support of the Center's programs and services.

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Fall Foliage Events, Parade Grand Marshal Announced

The parade will step off at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5, from Old State Street and march through downtown North Adams with the theme "To Northern Berkshire and Beyond!"

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Final Parcel of Bardin Property for Sale

The 148 acres of land, which consist of three parcels, came into the town's possession in 2016 in a taking for delinquent taxes. The town first placed a lien against the property in 2009.

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BRTA Advisory Board Discusses New Administrator Contract

The board discussed the new administrator's contract as well as other business.

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Pittsfield Officials Detail New Website

Pittsfield moved its web page from a .org to a .gov in July, aiming to bolster legitimacy and increase access for the people it serves.

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BMC Earns Blue Distinction Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries

Blue Distinction Centers are nationally designated healthcare facilities shown to deliver improved patient safety and better health outcomes, based on objective measures that were developed by Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies with input from the medical community.

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North Adams ConComm OKs Brown Street Bridge, Gas Station

The Brown Street Bridge has been cleared for work to begin repairing the deteriorating beams that have left it closed for more than two years.

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Adams Bank Names Senior VP of Compliance and Risk Management

In this role, Scarpa will lead the Bank's compliance, risk management, and regulatory strategy, ensuring the institution continues to meet and exceed regulatory standards while supporting sustainable growth.

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Berkshire Buddy Walk Draws Hundreds to Dalton

For the 19th year, the families who lift up their loved ones with Down Syndrome and one another on a daily basis welcomed the support of the wider community.

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Allendale Pines Plans Storage Building for Resident Use

As part of its expansion, Allendale Pines plans to offer a storage center for residents to curb outdoor clutter.

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Berkshire Humane Society Celebrates Helping Thousands of Animals

The Berkshire Humane Society supported more than 23,000 pets over the past year through it life-saving and pet retention programs.

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Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Sept. 29 - Oct.3

Use caution when traveling on these roads. Drivers should seek alternate routes to avoid traffic delays. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions.

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Brien Center 'Rally for Recovery' Charity Pickleball Tournament

The tournament supports the center's mission of "Serving Hope" and raising funds for recovery services.

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Pittsfield Draws Ballot Positions for Nov. 4 Election

City Clerk Michele Benjamin addressed a small crowd in council chambers on Thursday, first congratulating all candidates for their nominations and placement on the ballot.

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Tribal Members to Host Powwow on Their Homeland

For the first time in more than 200 years, tribal people will return to their homeland for an inaugural powwow.

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Nonprofit Raising Awareness of Rare Cannibis-Related Condition

The Stephanie Rose CHS Foundation is bringing awareness to a rarely known condition.

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