 Friday Front Porch Feature: A Charming Dutch Colonial in North AdamsAre you looking for a charming Dutch colonial family home? Then this might be the home for you.  Weekend Outlook: Celebrate the WeekendCheck out the events happening in Berkshire County this weekend, including celebrations, fun, and free days at the museum. Adams Selectmen Concerned Over Park Street Bridge DetoursThe state-owned bridge, over the Hoosic River, was reconstructed in 1957 and is heavily utilized for traffic on Route 8. Pittsfield Schools Plan Another Difficult Budget Year Sans LayoffsThe Pittsfield Public Schools are seeing the effects of inflation on the fiscal year 2027 budget, and want to close the gap in funding without layoffs. North Berkshire Secondary Ed Study to Be RebidThe task force looking at middle and high school regionalization is going back out to bid for a consultant after both remaining bids came in over budget. State Plans 2026 Construction Start for Holmes Road BridgeThe state Department of Transportation plans to begin construction on the structurally deficient Holmes Road bridge this year.  Pittsfield Council Opposes Berkshire Gas Rate Hike ProposalThe City Council has joined statewide opposition to Berkshire Gas's proposed 22 percent increase on the average customer's bill. Business Closures in Berkshire CountyA number of businesses have closed or are closing their locations. Here are some recent closures in Berkshire County you might have missed.  No One Injured in Mass Ave Truck CollisionAlthough there were no injuries, both vehicles were towed from the scene. Pittsfield Mayor Offers Police Chief Position to Unnamed CandidateA candidate has been offered the police chief position, and their name will be announced at an upcoming press conference.  BEAT Webinar on Campaign to End Non-Native Fish StockingFree Webinar with Berkshire Environmental Action Team Tuesday, March 3, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm  Adams Home Gutted by Early Morning FireAn early morning fire on Richmond Lane gutted a single-family home Thursday.  Williamstown Looks to Start Riverbank Stabilization Projects in FY27Town Hall is hoping to make progress on four riverfront infrastructure projects in the fiscal year 2027 budget. Lanesborough Planners Look to Clarify Signage BylawsThe Planning Board looks to reword the town's sign bylaws after a recent contentious tussle over a business sign because of the way the bylaw could be interpreted.  North Adams Council Goes on Record Against Berkshire Gas Rate HikeLocal officials say the proposed rate hike by Berkshire Gas could cost the city more than $40,000 extra just in heating its three schools, and be a burden to its residents, many of whom already rely on fuel assistance.  Companion Corner: Weber at No Paws Left BehindiBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.  Letter: Rate Filing by Berkshire Gas CompanyAt its core, this case is not simply about infrastructure or cost recovery. Dalton Board Approves Budgeting SoftwareThe Select Board approved having the town manager engage in a potential contract with the budgeting software ClearGov for next fiscal year.  Pittsfield Looks at 'Form-Based' Code for West Side ZoningThe Department of Community Development has been working on a zoning proposal that aims to encourage small businesses and lively, characteristic activity in the West Side.  Ventfort Hall: Making New England MoviesCraven will tell the story of his adventures and experiences, developing a sustained filmmaking career in the unlikely settings of Vermont and Massachusetts. A tea will follow his presentation. North Adams Eyes Sustainability Committee CreationThe mayor wants a panel that can advise her on sustainability issues — but she's leaving it up to the City Council to figure the best way to do it. Three North Adams Small Businesses Get GrantsA local restaurant has a solution to acoustics, a plant store is going mobile, and a popular ice cream/sandwich shop is getting new equipment and a website. Another Holmes Road Bridge in Pittsfield Down to One LaneAnother bridge on Holmes Road will be reduced to one lane indefinitely beginning next month and closed for the rest of the week. Cheshire Interim Chief Submits Increased Budget ProposalGarner, who retired as chief in 2022 and stepped in temporarily last fall, also told the Select Board last week that he has been dealing with overdue payments related to police details so as not to lose the funds.  Pittsfield Seeks Input to Update Open Space, Recreation PlanThe city wants to ensure that the community's voice is captured as it develops plans for public parks over the next decade. |
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