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Monument Mountain Names Co-Valedictorians, Salutatorian for 2025

Monument Mountain Regional School will have co-valedictorians this year — Max Wood and Tessa Baldwin — speaking at graduation. Liam O'Gara was named salutatorian for the class of 2025.

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Drury Middle School Students Learn About Volunteering, Nonprofits

Drury High eighth-graders recently spent their semester researching and learning about the work that Berkshire nonprofits do in the community.

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Market 32, Price Chopper, Freihofer's Partner in Support of Alzheimer's Association

During May and June, a $.10 donation will be made to the Alzheimer's Association with each purchase of specific Freihofer's products, specially marked with shelf tags in most stores.

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BCC Graduates: Be Kind and Keep Learning

Berkshire Community College graduates were told to be good neighbors and continue learning during the 65th commencement ceremony.

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West Stockbridge, Becket Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound

Lane closures and detours will be in effect during overnight hours

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Wahconah Names Valedictorian and Salutatorian for 2025

Logan D. Kunde and Thomas A. Celentano have been named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, for the 2025 graduating class at Wahconah Regional High School.

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Pittsfield to Conduct Hydrant Flow Testing Starting June 3

The City of Pittsfield's Department of Public Utilities will begin hydrant flow testing on June 3 to determine water flow rates and pressure, potentially causing temporary discoloration or reduced pressure.

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BCC Offers Swim Clinic for Area High School Students

The clinic is limited to 30 swimmers, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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North Adams Finance Begins Review of Fiscal 2026 Budget

The Finance Committee began its review of the proposed $52 million fiscal 2026 budget on Wednesday.

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Renee's Diner Visited by 'America's Best Restaurants'

There was a hubbub Renee's Diner on Thursday morning as the "America's Best Restaurants" rolled in to highlight the eatery's specialties.

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Weekend Outlook: Celebrating Berkshire Queens, Hoosic River

Check out the events in the Berkshires this weekend, including pride events, live music, and more. Farmers' markets are open for the season.

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Pittsfield School Committee Will Soon Vote on Restructuring

Bishop reported that the biggest concern for families is the "logistical unknowns," such as transportation and scheduling. Parents also want to ensure that students will be safe.

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Women of Color Giving Circle, Berkshire County Chapter of NAACP Graduates Recognition Event

The event will be held in the Connector building.

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Northern Berkshire United Way Honors Community Leaders

The community paid tribute to the "dynamic duo" of Paula Consolini and James E. Mahon Jr. last week as this year's recipients of the Spirit of Community Award.

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St. Agnes Academy Appoints New Principal and Vice Principal

Paula Curti and Joseph Maffuccio have been named Principal and Vice Principal, respectively, of St. Agnes Academy.

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Berkshire County Green Teams Recognized

Among the 94 Green Teams recognized statewide for outstanding environmental stewardship and educational activities, several Berkshire County schools received particular accolades.

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Williamstown Pride Month Celebration Kicks Off Sunday

The festivities kick off with a program at the Clark Art Institute and community picnic on Sunday and run through a trans clothing swap on June 28 with something happening every weekend in between.

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Clarksburg Passes School Roof Funding, Budgets

Town meeting approved using up to $613,000 to put a new roof on the elementary school.

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North Adams Begins Decorative Crosswalk Painting

The painting began Tuesday, with some crosswalks completed and others getting some outlines down for later details.

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Mount Greylock Visitors Center Men's Restroom to Close for Retiling

During the closure, porta-potties will be available for public use.

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Dalton National Guard Airman Receives New Rank, New Responsibilities

Charlotte Weiskotten, assigned to the 109th Airlift Wing, received the promotion April 15 to the rank of airman, first class.

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Pittsfield Preliminarily OKs 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan

The city's capital improvement plan for the upcoming fiscal year services the roads and sidewalks, school buildings, and more.

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North Adams Council Passes Resolution Condemning Dictators

The resolution, presented by Councilor Ashley Shade on behalf of Peter May, passed 8-3, with Councilors Keith Bona, Peter Oleskiewicz and President Bryan Sapienza voting nay. Councilor Wayne Wilkinson was absent.

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Fired Dalton Chief Files Lawsuit Against District

Christian Tobin, who was terminated as chief of the Fire Department, wants his position back along with damages in a lawsuit filed against the Fire District and its officials.

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Dalton Public Safety Officials Emphasize Safe Driving

With graduation and prom season upon us, the Fire Department wants to remind people to drive safely and make good choices.

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K&M Bowling Opens Mini-Golf Course in Pittsfield

The city's only bowling alley now has the city's only miniature golf.

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Concerns Over Screen Time Prompts Parent Presentation

Concerns about the effects of digital devices and social media on children has prompted one local parent to bring awareness to her community.

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Housatonic Valley Association Joins International Conservation Program

The Housatonic Valley Association's "Follow the Forest" initiative has been accepted into the Peregrine Accelerator for Conservation Impact, aiming to strengthen forest conservation efforts across the Northeast.

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Clarksburg Town Meeting to Vote Budgets, Bylaws & School Roof Replacement

Voters will decide a $5.4 million budget at the annual town meeting on Wednesday night and whether to take out a half-million loan to put a new roof on the school.

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Millhouses of Adams Celebrates Oldest Residents With Silver Canes

The ceremony is celebrated every May in conjunction with Older Americans Month and honors residents who are 80 years and older.

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