 Butternut Fire Expands to Sheffield, Covering 1,100 AcresThe Butternut Fire has expanded tenfold, now covering almost 1,100 acres of forest and expanding to Sheffield.  Dalton Water Chief Says Lead in Lines UnlikelySome residents received an "alarming" notice from the Water Department about the possibility of lead pipes or solder in some homes, but officials assured them not to worry.  Lenox Library to Host Book Signing with Award-Winning IllustratorThis program is free and open to the public.  Local Stop & Shop Inventory Still Low After Cyber AttackCompany officials reported that there is limited inventory on certain products and they are restocking shelves as soon as item availability improves.  Clark Art Lecture on Abelardo MorellThis free event takes place in the Clark’s auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. Pittsfield CPA Project Eligibility Application Process OpenThe Committee also welcomes public participation to understand community priorities as it begins a new year of soliciting potential projects for funding. Vice Chair Vote Highlights Fissure on Williamstown Select BoardA seemingly mundane decision about deciding on a board officer devolved into a critique of one member's service at Monday's Select Board meeting.  North Adams Library Trustees Leery of Tapping Cariddi Money for RepairsThe scope of the work includes demolishing the existing roof membrane, flashing insulation and protection boards on the existing flat roof, repairing and repainting the window frames and sashes, and painting and sealing all surfaces.  Cardinals Add Koperniak to 40-Man RosterThe St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday picked up the contract of Hoosac Valley alumnus Matt Koperniak and added him to the Major League Baseball team's 40-man roster, according to numerous media outlets.  Wildfire Puts Great Barrington in State of EmergencyThe town is in a local state of emergency as responders work to calm a wildfire spread over 100 acres near Brush Hill Road off East Mountain. Bard College To Close Simon's Rock CampusThe college faced declining enrollment and increased competition in early college programs Multiple Agencies Respond to Great Barrington WildfireNearly 75 firefighters are working to contain a wildfire on East Mountain that was reported late Monday night.  Lanesborough Elementary Sees Modest Drop in AbsenteeismLanesborough Elementary School this fall has seen a reversal of a trend that has plagued public schools both locally and nationally in recent years.  Bidwell House: Dressing the Christmas Tree with Lorraine GermanDressing the Christmas Tree. $40 per person for Members and $50 per person for Non-members. Includes a wine and cheese reception after the program. 4 p.m.  The Mahaiwe: The Wailin' JennysThe Wailin' Jennys are Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody and Heather Masse — three distinct voices that together make an achingly perfect vocal sound. Berkshire Grown Indoor Winter Farmers Market Season BeginsBerkshire Grown launches its 2024-2025 indoor Winter Farmers Market season on the weekend before Thanksgiving, in both North and South Berkshire County. Dalton ZBA OKs Gas Station AppealThe location has been an automotive repair shop, Miller's Service, for several decades until its owner, Darren Miller, sold it to Lipton Properties in February 2024 for $500,000.  Mass Federal Funding Office Starts Outreach in BerkshiresOn Monday, the Federal Funds and Infrastructure Office held a community roadshow at the Berkshire Innovation Center.  Pittsfield's Site 9 Near-Complete, Funding Secured for Sites 7 & 8The William Stanley Business Park is transforming from grey to greener. Site 9 is nearly completed and funds have been secured to ready Sites 7 and 8 for development. BHS Named to Top 100 Women-Led BusinessesThe Women's Edge and The Boston Globe Name Berkshire Health Systems to Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts: Annual award highlights women business leaders who are making a significant impact on the state's economy  Passenger Rail Advocates Rally for Northern Tier ProposalCommunity, education and business leaders are promoting the Northern Tier Passenger Rail Restoration Project as a critical component for economic development. Victim Identified in Sunday's Fatal AccidentFamily members have confirmed through social media that the pedestrian struck and killed Sunday night was Michael DeMarsico of North Adams.  Adams Free Library offers Pastel Painting WorkshopFriday, Nov. 21. Registration is required. Library events are free and open to the public. Pittsfield Car Seat Installation and Inspection EventThis event will take place at the Pittsfield Highway Facility (rear entrance) located at 81 Hawthorne Ave. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Ghost Tours At Ventfort HallThe tour will take place on Friday, Nov. 22 at 9 pm. This is not an active investigation. |
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