 Triplex Cinema Screening of 'Bill Cunningham New York'Screening to be followed by talkback with Richard Press, famed photography writer Philip Gefter and Academy Award-winning documentarian Bobby Houston  Weekend Outlook: Hot Glass Shop, Zucchini FestivalThere are a variety of events this weekend, including a Zucchini Festival, live music, and more.  Lenox Library to Host Award-Winning Author Gary BassBooks will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of The Bookstore.  MassDOT: South County Construction OperationsNighttime Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, Aug. 12, through Friday, Aug. 16 Traffic will be allowed through the work zones  Clark Art: Outdoor Screening of 'My Life as a Zucchini'Films are shown outdoors at dusk on the Reflecting Pool lawn. Hoosac Valley Records to be DestroyedStudents interested in retrieving their records before they are destroyed are asked to contact the Main Office Cheshire to Decide School Budget Override, Public Safety VehiclesCheshire voters on Monday will vote by ballot on a Proposition 2 1/2 override to cover the balance of the town's portion of the Hoosac Valley Regional School District fiscal 2025 budget as well as two debt exclusions.  State Grant Supports Pedestrian Safety on Pittsfield's West StreetA $235,000 boost from the state will fund "road diet" improvements on West Street, a corridor that saw two pedestrian fatalities last year.  Mini-Golf Course Proposed in PittsfieldThe Conservation Commission last week again continued a notice of intent application from K&M Bowling for a mini-golf course at 555 Dalton Ave.  Chelsea Gai To Speak At Ventfort HallA tea will be served after the presentation. Berkshire Ajax Soccer Club Sets TryoutsGirls' tryouts are from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. and boys' are from 10:45 to noon.  Elder Services Relocates Administrative OfficesElder Services is now housed in its new location at 73 South Church Street in Pittsfield. MassDOT Alerts Customers of EZDriveMA ScamDo not open links in text messages which request payment  Dalton Fire Chief Suspended, Under InvestigationThe fire chief has been suspended for a month over allegations of sexual harassment, grant overspending and "employee concerns." Rotary Club of Pittsfield Scholarship WinnersThe scholarships were presented in June 2024.  2nd Street to Present 'REPAIR'Three free performances to feature storytelling, music and movement  Pittsfield Hair Salon Owner Shocked by Break-In During Harris VisitThe owner was shocked to find that her locked business across from the back of the theater had been entered and the bathroom used during this time. Dalton Climate Panel Stresses Funding Needs, CollaborationOver the course of about 10 months, volunteers will be working with the consultant Blue Strike Environmental to develop a plan in an attempt to achieve net zero by 2050, in line with the state's goal.  Swampscott Ends Pittsfield Post 68's State Tourney RunThe Swampscott American Legion Post 57 baseball team beat Pittsfield Post 68, 6-5, on Wednesday.  PCBs Detection Pauses GE DemolitionElevated levels of PCBs in a single air sample have halted demolition work on the former General Electric site.  Community Contra Dance in North AdamsAll are welcome. Come alone, or with friends - most people change partners for each dance throughout the evening. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive by 7:30 for instruction in the basics.  Pittsfield Historical Panel Delays CYC DemolitionThe Historical Commission wants to see a better effort to preserve the former Catholic Youth Center rather than a plan to level it.  House of Hamill To Play at Guthrie CenterThe band line-up includes Rose Baldino (fiddle and vocals), Brian Buchanan (fiddle, vocals, and guitar), and Caroline Browning (bass, mandolin, vocals and piano). The trio tours nationally, performing at festivals and established folk venues. Pittsfield: UNCO Chapter Awards ScholarshipsSince 1987 UNCO has awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships to students from Berkshire County high schools. This year The UNICO Scholarship Committee, chaired by Julia Salatino, awarded $19,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates who are continuing their post secondary education.  Clark Art Presents the Modern Opera 'Rome is Falling'The event takes place at 4 pm in the Clarkâs auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. |
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