 Clarksburg Sees Clearing Financial Skies for Fiscal 2027The town is entering fiscal 2027 with something like a sigh of relief from a combination of budget reductions and free cash largesse. Dalton Eyes New Software to Streamline PayrollSince taking on the role of town manager, Eric Anderson has been finding ways to streamline operations to save on labor hours — now he is eyeing improving workforce management. Pittsfield Panel Supports Councilors' Privacy, Lake Management CommissionLast week, the Ordinances and Rules subcommittee voted to remove city councilors' addresses from public documents and create a Lake Management Commission for Pittsfield's waterbodies. Trifecta of Pittsfield School Projects Moving ForwardLast Wednesday, the School Committee approved a $87,200,061 district budget for fiscal year 2027 with 13 schools and the transition to an upper elementary and junior high model.  Dalton Passes Fiscal 2027 Budget, OKs Funds for Concrete LawsuitThe town has gotten through this year's challenging budget season with a successful annual town meeting with articles that positions itself to address a projected strenuous financial future. Voters Pick Newcomers in Adams, Cheshire ElectionsKelly Rice decisively beat three-term incumbent Christine Hoyt in Adams and Scott McWhirt led a successful write-in vote against formr Cheshire board member Mark Biagini, winning 190-162. North Adams Finance Committee Warned of Coming Sludge CostsWaste treatment plan supervisor Brad Furlon warned the Finance Committee last week to expect a future 500 percent increase in sludge disposal.  Utility Pole Collision Closes East Street in PittsfieldEast Street north of Junction Road was closed off Monday afternoon after a vacuum truck apparently pulled down two utility poles. Lanesborough Prepares Free Cash Articles for Town MeetingThe proposed spending plan has an increase of a little over 10 percent. Pittsfield School Committee to Again Vote on PHS Report ReleaseThe School Committee will again discuss releasing a redacted version of the PHS report after confusion over a March vote.  Clarksburg Looking to Repair School Front EntranceThe town is expected to move forward with repairs to the front entrance. The concrete pad has cracked and heaved and poses a hazard. Bell, Ogle Win at May Day Race in DaltonStefan Ogle was the top male 5-kilometer finisher and Lindley Bell the top female 5K finisher at the 2026 Community Recreation Association May Day Races on Sunday at Nessacus Middle School.  Grammy Award Winner Keynote Speaker at Williams' 237th CommencementThe day before, Dan Harris, former ABC News anchor and correspondent, will deliver the college's baccalaureate lecture.  From Survival to Speaking Out: Holocaust Survivor Inspires New GenerationMore than a hundred students in Grades 8 through 12 filled the gym and even more watched from their classrooms as she told of her experiences being separated from her family, living under false identities, and enduring profound loss.  Hoyt, Rice Face Off for Adams Board of SelectmenThe two candidates for a three-year term on the Board of Selectmen answered questions last week ranging from government transparency to use of Chapter 90 funds.  Onota Lake Comes Alive for Annual Trout Stocking EventNot even the cloudy, chilly weather could dampen the excitement as hundreds of people visited Onota Lake for MassWildlife's annual spring trout stocking event.  Adams Man Sentenced to State, Federal Prison for Child RapeAn Adams man pleaded guilty on Friday in Berkshire Superior Court to multiple counts of aggravated rape of a child and aggravated indecent assault and battery on a child under 14.  Weekend Outlook: Flower PowerCheck out the events happening this weekend including First Fridays, musicals, and more.  Pittsfield Store Bringing Retro Games BackThe two are known for their own businesses doing information technology support and repair. Alderman owned QuickFix Mobile Repair and More on North Street until recently and Delsignore owns Berkshire Nexus. Pittsfield School Committee OKs $87M Budget for FY27The School Committee has approved an $87 million budget for fiscal year 2027 that uses the Fair Student Funding formula to assign resources.  Williamstown's Images Cinema Set for May 22 ReopeningImages Cinema will be making up for lost time when the non-profit venue reopens this month after a major renovation and redesign.  Williamstown Board of Health Backs Plastic Bag Amendment, Biosolids BylawThe revised bylaw would simply limit retail establishments to providing a "recycled paper bag," a "reusable carryout bag" or a "reusable or recyclable paper product bag." Pittsfield Cleans Downtown Litter, Works on Outreach ProgramThere was a community pickup downtown last week, and the city wants to ensure that work is maintained after the thaw from the winter months. Drury High School Second Quarter Honor RollDrury High School Second Quarter Honor Roll  Costs, Supply & Regulations Factors in Affordable Housing ScarcityA statewide needs assessment prepared by the the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) for the state's new Comprehensive Housing Plan had a stark analysis of the current status of housing throughout Massachusetts. |
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