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Central Berkshire Habitat For Humanity Joins Rural Rally
CBHFH's participation centers on its effort to create a 20-home neighborhood off North Plain Road in Housatonic—one of the most significant affordable housing developments in Southern Berkshire County.
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Oct 27-31
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.
Dalton Council Establishes Senior Center Use Policy
The Council on Aging has revised its building usage policy to make its intended purpose clearer.
North Adams Farm Stand Using Vending Machine to Sell Eggs
Holly Zabriskie said the idea for the machine came after people were stealing from her farm stand on West Main Street.
School Committee Candidates Debate at BCC
Topics ranged from the middle school restructuring and proposed new school in the West Side, to teacher retention and the district's cell phone policy.
Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System Phase 4
Flushing of the City of Pittsfield's Water System Phase 4 begins Monday, October 27
Reid Middle School Students Learning at Berkshire Humane Society
Students at Reid Middle School are attending classes at the Berkshire Humane Society for alternative learning sessions to help accommodate their needs.
Bousquet Plans 'Micro-Cabin' Accommodations
Bousquet Mountain plans to add "micro cabins" to its recreational offerings.
OLLI Hosts Book Talk, Signing with Barbara Viniar
Event on Tuesday, October 28, at 2:00 p.m. — in person at BCC and via Zoom
Democratic Senate Candidate Rikleen Visits Lenox
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Alex Rikleen says the country is in an "existential" crisis under the leadership of President Donald Trump.
Annual Ronald F. Davis Memorial Veterans Dinner
The free dinner is open to all veterans and one guest. The event will be held at the All Saints Episcopal Church.
Beacon Cinema Seeing Improvements Amid Growth in Customers
Hohman said Beacon has been a "beacon" for the Pittsfield community. With the increase in patrons, it was time to update a few of the theater's amenities.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Family Home With Lots of Land
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 20 Pleasant View Drive.
MassDOT: Daytime Bridge Work and Lane Closures on I-90
All work is weather dependent
Williamstown's READI Committee Discusses Main Street Incidents
Palmer told the committee that the college's safety team reports incidents to the Williamstown Police Department, which has jurisdiction and the ability to take action against offenders.
MountainOne Insurance Promotes Personal Lines Manager
Dozier has established herself as a leader within the MountainOne team, combining industry knowledge with enthusiasm.
Wine, Beer & Chocolate Tasting to Benefit AYJ Fund
All proceeds will support children with cancer in the local community and beyond.
None Injured in Harpin Turn Car Fire
All occupants were safely out of the vehicle and reported no injuries.
Dalton Consultant Says Dust Mitigation Plan Insufficient
An assessment by the town's consultant determined that Berkshire Concrete's dust mitigation plan is insufficient.
Greylock School Project Passes ConCom, Preps for Planning Board
The Greylock School Project has passed one of two local permitting authorities in preparation for bidding documents to be released Nov. 17.
Berkshire County Head Start Fundraiser Emphasizes Impact of Child Care
Berkshire County Head Start held its inaugural fundraiser on Oct. 11 to mark the organization's 60th anniversary.
State House Passed Child Welfare Legislation
The state House of Representatives on Wednesday passed legislation to strengthen oversight, transparency, and accountability within the commonwealth's child welfare system.
Weekend Outlook: Halloween & Fall Events
Check out the Halloween and fall events happening this weekend throughout Berkshire County. A list of trick-or-treat hours and events can also be found here.
Nonprofits Invited to Combined Resource Fair
Sponsored by Berkshire Funding Focus, CORE 401(k) Program, and Lamar Advertising, this free networking event features a broad range of vendors and two "Meet the Donors" panels.
Berkshire Bounty Receives Donation from Warrior Trading
Berkshire Bounty received a donation of $30,000 from Warrior Trading, an online educational platform that offers a wide range of courses, training programs, and software for individuals interested in day trading.
Great Barrington Police Awarded Grant for Virtual Reality Training
Grant to Launch Advanced Virtual Reality Training Program
Williamstown Planning Board Refining Campus Overlay Proposal
The Planning Board last week discussed bringing a campus overlay proposal to town meeting as soon as this May.
MCLA 'Groundbreaking' Kicks Off Construction of Kleefeld Arts Center
College officials say the planned Campagna Kleefeld Center for Creativity in the Arts will have a transformative effect on Massachusetts College of Liberal Art.
Pittsfield Ward 6, At-Large Candidates Weigh in on Homelessness
Candidates for Ward 6 and councilors-at-large weighed in during last week's debates on the city's struggle with homelessness and how to move forward with effective solutions.
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