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Dalton OKs $22M Budget; Tables Concrete Sidewalk Article
Voters approved all but one of the 22 articles on the warrant at the annual town meeting on Monday night at Wahconah Regional High School.
Adams Picks Select Board Candidates; Cheshire Nixes Appointed Assessor
Bartlett, a co-owner of the former Red Carpet Diner, garnered the most votes at 791, more than 300 above the other three challengers, and Duval was returned for another three-year term with 685.
Hancock Town Meeting Votes to Strike Meme Some Found 'Divisive'
By the narrowest of margins Monday, the annual town meeting voted to strike from the town report messaging that some residents described as, "inflammatory," "divisive" and unwelcoming to new residents.
Gulf Road in Dalton and Lanesborough Re-Opens
The seasonal road closed because of flooding caused by what was initially thought to be from a beaver dam that was located on the Pittsfield stretch.
Pittsfield Traffic Commission OKs Bus, Street Signage
The Traffic Commission OK'd additional bus stops and multiple items in the former General Electric neighborhood at its first meeting of the year.
48th Mother’s Day 5K and Community 1 Mile Walk, Run
All proceeds will benefit the Elizabeth Freeman Center to offer hope, help and healing to all experiencing or affected by domestic and sexual violence in Berkshire County.
Pittsfield: Wild Acres Fishing Derby
Volunteer support will be provided by the Onota Fishing Club to assist with dressing fish, providing fishing tips and techniques, baiting, etc. The derby will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 12:30 p.m.
Pittsfield Council to See $216M FY25 Budget, Up 5%
Mayor Peter Marchetti has proposed a $216 million budget for fiscal year 2025, a 5 percent increase from the previous year.
ProCom Welcomes Retail Customers in New Shop
Listening to Little list off all the specialized components he sells and installs, from public safety lighting to municipal warning lights and radio communication, his technical knowledge and experience shines through.
Amphibious Toads Procreate in Perplexing Amplexus
Spring arriving in all its raucous and deliberate awakening is heralded by a symphony of vanguard spring peepers, hyla crucifer, that transform the cold and drear into a circus of vivacious trilling.
Dalton Green Committee Recommends Consultant for Action Plan
The Green Committee overwhelmingly recommended having Blue Strike Environmental as the town's consultant for its Climate Action Plan during its meeting on Monday.
Market 32 Supports Local Food Banks Through May
From May 1 to June 30, customers will be given the opportunity to round up their totals at the register to help provide local food banks with the means to purchase milk and other nutritious foods for the families they serve.
New Ashford Fire Department Puts New Truck into Service
The company purchased a 2003 HME Central States pumper from the town of Pelham earlier this year.
Community Hero of the Month: Christine Hoyt
Selectmen Chair and 1Berkshire Director of Member Services and Christine Hoyt has been nominated for the April Community Hero of the Month.
MassDOT Advisory: South County Road Work
Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones
Simon's Rock Welcome Alum as Commencement Speaker
Simon's Rock alum Michael Lawrence will address graduates at the 55th Commencement ceremony of Bard College at Simon's Rock on Saturday, May 18, at 11 a.m.
Governor Nominates Two to District Court
The nominees will now continue forward to the Governor's Council for confirmation.
Turtles Must be Left in the Wild
For turtles, the loss of even a couple mature females can have serious consequences because they are slow to develop, especially at northern latitudes where the growing season is short.
Cyclists Pedal Into Berkshire Bike Month
Clad in helmets and bright colors, more than 20 people gathered in Park Square to kick on Berkshire Bike Month on Wednesday.
Dalton Town Meeting May 6 Preview
Voters 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.
Pittsfield Hydrant Flushing Schedule: Phase 2
Mains will be flushed Monday through Friday each week, except holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
State Closes Brookside Road Bridge
Town Public Works Superintendent Joe Aberdale said the DOT inspection report now requires further state review and that there is no information yet on a timeline for reopening.
Special Minerals Agrees to Pay Adams, River Groups Over River Discharge
Specialty Minerals is expected to pay $299,000 for a discharge of calcium carbonate into the Hoosic River nearly three years ago in a consent decree with the Attorney General's Office.
Retired Firefighter Running for Dalton Board of Water Commissioners
Ken Sagendorph, a former firefighter and emergency technician, says his goal is to improve communication between the Fire District, residents, town, and department if elected to the Board of Water Commissioners.
Berkshire Green Drinks presents Northeastern Cliff Swallows
May Berkshire Green Drinks will focus on Northeastern Cliff Swallows
May 4 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
Wildland Fires Can Extend to Homes, Fire Service Leaders Say
Hancock Town Meeting Features Major Question on School Choice
Town meeting voters will be asked Monday to approve a request to change state law in a way that will preserve education at Hancock Elementary School.
Pittsfield Cable Committee OKs RFP to Spectrum
A survey to garner information about the city's cable needs closed on April 19 with 355 responses. This is combined with two public hearings, one that had council chambers filled with support for PCTV's services to the community.
Pittsfield Traffic and Parking Restrictions for First Fridays at Five
Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes during this timeframe and follow appropriate detours.
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