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Lanesborough Short-Term Rentals Moratorium Not Allowed
According to town counsel, the Select Board cannot impose a moratorium on short-term rental regulations, Select Board Chair Deborah Maynard said during its meeting on Monday.
Williamstown Health Board Develops Nitrous Oxide Bylaw
The panel agreed to strengthen the draft submitted by Health Inspector Ruth Russell to strengthen the punishment for stores not authorized to sell the canisters at all.
House Passes AI/Election Legislation
The House of Representatives passed two pieces of legislation on Wednesday to address election-related deceptive media and safeguard election integrity, one of which was filed by state Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier.
Pittsfield's 10x10 Festival Celebrates 15 Years
The city's annual 10x10 Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, continuing its tradition of highlighting the city's vibrant atmosphere with events that have become iconic for many.
Community Contra Dance
The dance will run from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown.
Dalton Finance to Discuss Budget Freeze, CBRSD Wednesday
The Finance Committee will be reviewing whether a budget freeze is necessary, considering ongoing financial concerns.
Cheshire Nomination Papers Available, Census Underway
Completed nomination papers must be returned to the Town Clerk for certification no later than Monday, March 16, 2026.
Dalton Considers Hiring Third-Party Accounting Services
Town Manager Eric Anderson informed the Select Board on Monday that the town is about two years behind on financial reconciliations and related reporting.
Hoosac Valley Regional Faces Challenging Budget Season
Hoosac Valley Regional School District is looking at a 7 percent budget increase out of the gate.
Pittsfield Scraps Camping Ordinance for Outreach Program
The City Council has scrapped the controversial "Camping Ordinance" and sees hope in an outreach program that connects unhoused individuals with resources.
HooRWA's Annual State of the River
Jay Racela, Williams College Environmental Analysis Lab Supervisor and Lecturer will present on the organizations collective water quality monitoring activities and findings in 2025 and discuss overall water quality.
The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church Hosts Open House
Offering a first look at the refreshed Common Room and updated facilities now available for rentals, partnerships, and community use.
Key West Bar Gets Probation in Underage Incident
Key West is on probation for the next six months after an incident of underage drinking back in November.
Pittsfield's DPW Czar Talks Snow Plowing
Staffing shortages continue to stretch Pittsfield’s public works employees thin during winter storm events.
Taconic High Closed Wednesday for Cleanup
A sewer backup forced the closure of Taconic High School on Tuesday afternoon and canceled all afternoon activities and classes on Wednesday.
Friperie Berkshires Moves to New Great Barrington Location
Friperie Berkshires has moved to new quarters on Bridge Street and will reopen this Friday, Feb. 13.
Lenox Facing Lawsuit Over Bullying Claims
The town is being sued by a parent over bullying allegations at Lenox Memorial Middle and High School.
Berkshires Getting Snow, Icy Rain Overnight
Just because the Tuesday reached a relatively balmy 30 degrees, don't think that winter is giving up.
Lanesborough Settles With Mall Owners to Dissolve Baker Hill Road District
The Select Board has decided it is time to say goodbye to the Baker Hill Road Road District.
Berkshire Planning Expects to Hire New Director in March
The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission received nearly 10 interested applicants for the executive director position.
BCArc Pilot Employment Program Receives State Grant
A state grant will provide hands-on training in health care for a dozen Berkshire County Arc clients.
Becket Awarded Funds For Transportation Planning
In Berkshire County, Becket was awarded funds for the High Street Improvement Project.
Pittsfield Health Board Advises Outreach Program
On Wednesday, the board approved its recommendations for addressing housing insecurity in the city, which will go to the City Council on Tuesday.
Williamstown Summer Farmers Market Seeking New Vendors
All applications are reviewed by the Williamstown Farmers Market Board. Priority is given to applications received by Feb. 20.
Williamstown READI Committee Transitions Away From Select Board
The Select Board on Monday voted unanimously to transition the town's diversity committee away from the role it has served since its inception in 2020.
Clarksburg School Eyeing ADA Improvements This Summer
School officials are hoping to take the next stop in renovations to the 60-year-old school with a refit of the bathrooms.
Habitat for Humanity Selling Pittsfield Condos for $1,700/Month
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is selling two homes to income-eligible families who can afford about $1,700 per month.
Cheshire Mulls Marijuana Consumption Bylaw
The Board of Selectmen is considering a bylaw covering the public consumption of cannabis.
Berkshires Awarded MVP Grants
In Berkshire County the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) on behalf of Adams, Lanesborough, North Adams, and Williamstown was awarded $325,000. Monterey was awarded $100,000.
Police Called for Conflict at Drury
School officials say a police presence at Drury High School on Monday morning was related to a "verbal confrontation" between students stemming from an "incident" over the weekend.
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