 'Nothing to Report' After Monday Police Search in WilliamstownThe shooting incident occurred at the 330 Cole Ave. housing complex, which is abutted by the multipurpose trail. 1Berkshire Awarded FY25 Regional Economic Development Organization GrantThis grant will directly support the ongoing capacity of 1Berkshire, allowing it to provide a breadth of free resources, opportunities, and support for businesses "from the spark of an idea, to passing the torch." BCC Offers Info Session on Free Community CollegeAll invited to North Adams Public Library for April 2 session  Lenox Library to present The Lenox MinutemenThe events leading to revolution, and the subsequent involvement of the local militia in the war will be discussed. North Adams Panel Recommends Sale of Sullivan SchoolThe Finance Committee on Monday voted to recommend the sale of Sullivan School for $50,000 for use as housing.  Terrace 592 Brings Affordable Housing to Former BlightAfter being charred by more than one fire, the White Terrace apartments are seeing new light as affordable housing.  Pittsfield Works to Update Open Space & Recreation PlanOpen space and recreation plans are a tool communities use to plan for conservation and recreation needs and are reviewed by the Division of Conservation Services. Bomb Threat Evacuates Fundraiser at Pittsfield's WanderAn inclusive, sober cafe downtown had to be evacuated Saturday because of a bomb threat over the weekend. Adams Selectmen to Begin Review of $19M BudgetThe Board of Selectmen will take up review of the fiscal 2026 budget beginning Tuesday, with the presentation of the budget books and an an overview.  Letter: Pittsfield's Potholes Are a Joke — But the Punchline Is UsYear after year, the same lazy patch jobs fall apart, using the same materials and the same contractors who benefit from doing it wrong. The city shrugs, blames the weather, and cuts another check. Rinse, repeat.  Information Session, Tour Set for Monument Mountain School ProjectThe School Building Committee is holding an information session and tour of Monument Mountain Regional School on Tuesday, April 1.  North Adams Share the Love Campaign Surpasses Fundraising GoalFirst Congregational Church of North Adams' fourth annual "Share the Love" campaign concluded with over $9,000 raised to support local organizations serving individuals in need.  Nonprofit Center Adds Associate DirectorReporting directly to founder Liana Toscanini, Donovan will share the leadership and administrative workload as the NPC engages in succession planning throughout 2025. Lee Company Awarded Cybersecurity Grant.The grants were provided through the Manufacturing Cybersecurity Program (MCP), an initiative that supports small to medium-sized manufacturers across Massachusetts with capital funding to secure and improve their cybersecurity infrastructure. Adams Lions Club Hosts Wine and Beer Tasting FundraiserAdvance tickets cost $30 per person.  José González to Perform at Mahaiwe Performing Arts CenterTickets range from $49 to $84, with discounts available for Mahaiwe Members and individuals aged 30 and under. Williamstown Fin Comm OKs Budget with Tax Hike, Lower Non-Profit AllotmentThe Finance Committee on Wednesday voted to send town meeting a fiscal year 2026 spending plan that would raise property taxes by more than 7 percent in the year that begins on July 1.  Disability Advocates Hope Lawmakers See the 'Light'Despite the "chaos" of the current political and budgetary environment, advocates for the disabled reminded local lawmakers where the light is.  Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Capt. Ralph HerbstRalph Herbst served his country in the Air Force from 1961 to 1968, separating as a captain. MassWildLife: Drivers Watch for amphibiansFor many Massachusetts residents, spring rain is a reminder of the changing seasons. For smaller Massachusetts natives, like amphibians, spring rains signal it’s time to emerge from winter retreats and migrate to breeding sites or disperse to new areas.  Girls Basketball Hall of Fame Welcomes 2025 ClassSome of the area's brightest stars of the last few decades took their place in the Berkshire County High School Girls Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday at Proprietors Lodge as it welcomed its 12th class.  Obama Foundation Head to Speak at Williams CommencementValerie Jarrett, CEO and a member of the board of directors of The Obama Foundation, will be the principal speaker at Williams College's 236th commencement exercise on Sunday, June 8. MassRMV: REAL ID Compliance Becomes Effective on May 7Due to federal requirement, anyone traveling by plane domestically, or wishing to enter secure federal facilities, will need a REAL ID or Passport  Q&A Williamstown Fire Chief Looks Back on 37 Years of ServiceCraig Pedercini can only hope that his retirement party will not be as memorable as that of his predecessor. Market 32/Price Chopper Raises Funds For Red Cross Wildfire ReliefBlaine Bringhurst, Market 32/Price Chopper president, acknowledged the customer support for the American Red Cross California Wildfire Fund. |
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