 North Adams Finance Committee Endorses Additional Positions in $49M BudgetBut not enough for Finance Committee member Andrew Fitch, who voted against the compensation and classification plan because it did not include a city planner.  Lanesborough to Vote on 34 Articles at ATMThe Select Board endorsed a long list of articles during its regular meeting on Monday, most without discussion.  Greylock Federal Welcomes Senior Vice President, Chief Financial OfficerKing brings extensive banking and finance experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and analysis, capital and liquidity management, plus team development and management. Flushing of Pittsfield's Water System: Phase 4Water mains throughout the city will be flushed through hydrants to remove accumulations of pipeline corrosion products. Mains will be flushed Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. from May 20 to May 24.  CATA Adds New Staff and Board MembersCATA hires Kelly Rybczyk as Development Director and Bailey Girvan as Associate Director of Development; appoints new board members Will Osborne, Bryan House, and Terry Coughlin Neal Secures $700,000 for North Adams Flood Chutes ProjectThe Corps of Engineers is in the midst of a three-year, $3 million study of the aging concrete flood chutes that control the passage of the river through the city.  Milleron Seeking Congress Seat After Daughter's Tragic DeathA family tragedy has led Nadia Milleron to run for Congress with hopes of shielding the First Congressional District — and beyond — from corporate interest. BCC Offers Summer ClassesGet a jump start on prereqs before fall semester starts on September 3 MassReconnect offers free tuition for students ages 25+ The Zonta Club of Berkshire County ScholarshipDeadline for applications is June 15, 2024.  Mount Greylock Super Asks for Cell Phone BanJason McCandless last Thursday told the committee that his thinking about personal electronic devices in schools has evolved over the last year.  Pittsfield Says 'Thank You' to Veterans with Free ParkingThe City Council on Tuesday approved an ordinance allowing veterans to park in municipal lots and spaces at no charge.  Letter: Stamp Out Hunger Food DriveWe received a total of 3,595 pounds of food and personal care items.  North Adams Draft Ordinance Allows More Retail CannabisThe mayor is asking the City Council to take up a revamp of the cannabis ordinance that will allow more establishments to licensed. Pittsfield Man Sentenced On Multiple Rape, Indecent Assault ChargesThe Defendant was sentenced to 10 to 12 years for the charges of rape and 3 to 5 years concurrent for the charges of indecent assault and battery. The Defendant will serve his sentence in state prison.  Hoffmann Bird Club: Bobolink Trip to Field FarmThe walk starts at 7 am. Berkshire County Historical Society Awarded GrantsThese grants will be used to replace lost historic louvered shutters to Herman Melville's historic home Arrowhead.  Weekend Outlook: ArtWeek Berkshires, Springtoberfest & MoreThis weekend, the Berkshires and surrounding areas will have a variety of events, including concerts, comedy, farmers' markets, and more.  Great Barrington Rotary Day Of ServiceRotary International brings together a global network of volunteer leaders who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges.  Lee Chamber Seeks Volunteers for Main Street BeautificationOn Thursday, May 23, the Chamber plans to hang flower baskets sourced from Clark's Nursery on lamp posts along the main thoroughfare. PCTV to Host Eatza Pizza FundraiserThe event will feature nine of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires.  Clark Art Invites People With Dementia and their CaregiversThis free gallery talk program is designed specifically for people living with dementia and their care-partners.  Preschool, Kindergarten Registrations Scheduled Around CountyBerkshire County schools are scheduling and re-scheduling preschool and kindergarten registration dates and procedures for the 2024-2025 school year. Williamstown Officials Mull ARPA Funds to Address School Race IssueThe Select Board on Monday considered dedicating some of the town's remaining ARPA funds to address an emergency situation in the local public schools.  Berkshire Housing Woes Heard at State Listening SessionAround 100 local officials, business and community leaders and residents attended the session that will help fuel the state's five-year housing plan.  Housing Secretary Makes Adams Housing Authority No. 40 on List of VisitsThe state's new secretary of housing got a bit of a rock-star welcome on Wednesday morning as Adams Housing Authority residents, board members and staff lined up to get their picture taken with him. |
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