 Williamstown Preservation Panel Pulls Surcharge Hike ProposalThe Community Preservation Committee on Tuesday voted to backtrack on a plan to ask town meeting to increase the town's Community Preservation Act surcharge on local property tax bills. Adams Fire District Meeting Approves Full-Time Paid ChiefA special meeting of the Fire District overwhelmingly passed making the fire chief and clerk/treasurer appointed positions on Thursday evening.  Dalton Fire Makes Quick Work of Gasoline FireFirefighters made quick work of a fire that started in a garage on Main Street on Thursday at about 4:30 p.m.  Demonstrators Demand Home Depot Condemn ICE ActivityCommunity members want Home Depot's leadership to take a stand against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids around their stores. Snow, or More Snow? Depends on Your StateThe Berkshires could get 2 to 4 inches of snow on Friday. Or it could get 6 to 9 inches. Companion Corner: Tyty at the Berkshire Humane SocietyThere's a lovable dog waiting to find his perfect family at the Berkshire Humane Society.  Berkshire Community College Names Presidential FinalistsPresidential Search Committee has recommended four finalists who will be participating in on-campus interviews and forums in the coming weeks.  North Adams Airport Commissioners Discuss Next Steps for RestaurantEarlier this year, Williams College offered to donate used kitchen equipment that is no longer needed because of an upcoming renovation. That equipment is scheduled for delivery in May. Williamstown Planners Eye Consultant Help on Mixed-Use ProposalThe Planning Board has decided to seek more input before moving ahead with a proposal that would encourage more mixed-use development in the town's business zones.  Adams' Park Street Bridge Weight Restrictions ChangeThe state Department of Transportation informed the town of the load rating change for the 16.7-foot girder bridge at the end of January. Adams Fire District Holds Special Meeting ThursdayVoters in the Fire District will decide on six articles for a special district meeting on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the firehouse. Pittsfield Council Sees BRTA's Proposed Route ChangesThe Berkshire Regional Transit Authority's new administrator outlined proposed route realignments to the City Council last week for fiscal year 2027.  Suspect Arraigned in 'Horrific' Dragging CaseA Hancock man accused in last week's dragging death of William Colbert, 69, is being held on $250,000 bail. Icy Rain, Snow for Berkshires Today; More Snow Forecast This WeekendThe National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter storm advisory to North Berkshire, Southern Vermont and the New York Capital District. Dalton Power Program Could Save Ratepayers MoneySince 2015, the town has had an electric program in an effort to stabilize and make energy costs more affordable.  Healey, Driscoll's Campaign Stop Talks Housing, Health and ICEGov. Maura Healey acknowledged challenges and touted successes on Tuesday to a packed room at the former Johnson School on Tuesday. Mount Greylock School Committee Hears Budget Requests, PressuresThe Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Thursday heard the final rounds of fiscal year 2027 budget requests and heard why those — or any — discretionary increases in spending will be difficult in the year that begins July 1.  Healey Announces Housing Development Supports at Former Pittsfield BankGov. Maura Healey stood in the former Berkshire County Savings Bank on Tuesday to announce housing initiatives that are expected to bring more than 1,300 units online.  Great Barrington Fire, Police Respond to Chimney FireFirefighters made quick work of a chimney fire on Tuesday afternoon and two police officers aided the occupant in escaping the building. North Adams First Congregational's 'Share the Love' Campaign ReturnsNow in its fifth year, the First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign returns to assist organizations aiding those in need in Northern Berkshire County.  North Adams' New Kimbell Building Taken at Foreclosure AuctionMortgage-holder MountainOne Bank was the only bidder at the auction, taking the historic building for $1,248,000. It was held in the entrance lobby at 85 Main by Daniel P. McLaughlin & Co. Auctioneers LLC.  Adams Community Bank Announces PromotionsAdams Community Bank (ACB) announced the recent promotion of seven employees. Dalton Select Board to Hold Q&A Session on DCTVThe show will begin airing once the town has received enough questions to fill a 30-minute segment.  Clark Art Hosts Talk By Richard TawsThe talk takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium. Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for CDBG Annual Action PlanCDBG funds are provided annually to the City of Pittsfield through an entitlement grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. |
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