 'Baseball in the Berkshires' Tells New Stories at Lenox's Ventfort HallTen years after he started chronicling, cataloging and collecting artifacts that tell the story of Berkshire County's connection to America's pastime, Larry Moore is still adding pieces to the story.  Two Berkshire Beaches Closed, One for Bacterial ExceedanceTwo Berkshire beaches are closed for swimming ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.  BArT Fourth Quarter Honor RollStudents who earned 80 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "Honors."" Students who earned 90 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "High Honors."  Weekend Outlook: First Fridays, a Festival, and MoreThere are a variety of events this weekend, including a festival, ice cream train rides, First Fridays, and more.  To DIY or Not to DIY: The Pros and Cons of ProfessionalReplacement windows are a considerable investment for homeowners. However, the upgrade process doesn’t end with ordering new frames; it also involves installing them. Berkshire Athenaeum announces Call for ArtThe theme for the Call for Art is "empowerment."  Local Author to Speak at Ventfort HallLocal author and historian, Cornelia Brooke Gilder, will engage Elizabeth Winthrop Alsop in a conversational presentation. A tea will be served after the presentation.  Mainers Pull Away Late in Pitching Duel at Joe WolfeThe Sanford Mainers Thursday rallied for four runs in the top of the eighth inning and went on to a 4-1 win over the North Adams SteepleCats at Joe Wolfe Field. BArT Announces Upcoming Enrollment DeadlineInterested families should note that the best way to secure a seat, or a desirable waitlist spot for the 2024-2025 school year is to apply before the July 25 deadline.  Berkshire Green Drinks: Darkness at NightJuly Berkshire Green Drinks will focus on the effects of light pollution and the Dark Sky initiative  Williamstown Coping with More Erosion Along Hoosic RiverThe town is looking at several potential projects to stabilize the banks of the Hoosic River in the foreseeable future.  Lanesborough FinCom Puts Newcomers in ChargeThe Finance Committee held its first meeting of the fiscal year and elected two newcomers as its leaders.  Weather Cooperates for Pittsfield 4th of July ParadeThe downtown corridor was alive with red, white, and blue as thousands gathered to watch the Fourth of July parade. Senator Mark Announces July Staff Office HoursAppointments are not required. Lenox Memorial School Joins MassDOT ProgramLenox Memorial Middle and High School joins the Massachusetts Safe Routes to School Program. SteepleCats Fall to Nighthawks in VermontTommy Kent struck out eight and allowed two runs in five innings Wednesday to lead the Upper Valley Nighthawks to a 5-3 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.  Pittsfield Downs Dalton-Hinsdale, Advances to 10-Year-Old FinalThe victory sends Pittsfield (3-0) into the best-of-three championship series that gets underway on Saturday afternoon when Great Barrington visits Deming Park. Great Barrington (2-1) advanced with a 14-13 win over Adams-Cheshire on Wednesday.  Great Barrington 10YOs Edge Adams, Earn Rematch with PittsfieldMason Blackwell Wednesday singled to the right side with two out in the bottom of the sixth inning to drive in a pair of runs and give the Great Barrington Little League 10-year-old All-Stars a 14-13, walkoff win over Adams-Cheshire in the Don Gleason District 1 Tournament on Myron Gray Field.  Pittsfield Historical Panels OKs Fenn St. Demo, Welcomes City PlannerThe Historical Commission welcomed the new city planner and approved the demolition of a Fenn Street home formerly owned by a well-loved volunteer. BCC Offers Summer Campus ToursGroup visits are available upon request. Koperniak Homers Twice in AAA WinHoosac Valley graduate Matt Koperniak recorded his second two-home run game of the year on Tuesday for the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds.  Quaker Meeting House ToursThe meeting house, essentially unchanged since its construction, is located in Maple Street Cemetery. MCLA to Host 2024 Leadership ConferenceThe conference will be held in person at Bowman Hall on MCLA's campus.  Tanglewood, Taconic Festival Blossoms; Sevenars UpcomingThe Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood opens its classical season Friday, July 5, as BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons takes center stage in the Shed.  Common Ground Festival in PittsfieldCommon Ground Festival in Pittsfield aims to unite the Berkshires through art, culture, and community |
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