 North Adams School Committee Hears Last Report From SuperintendentTuesday's School Committee meeting was a passing of the torch — or rather the nameplate — as Superintendent Barbara Malkas gave her last report.  Pittsfield's Tavern at the A Secures Liquor LicenseOn Monday, the Licensing Board approved an All-Alcohol Restaurant License transfer from House of Seasoning, a change of license location, and a change of manager for the Crane Avenue establishment.  MDAR Commissioner Visits Berkshire Dairy FarmsState Agricultural Commissioner Ashley Randle visited three dairy farms in Western Massachusetts on Monday to recognize National Dairy Month.  Mahaiwe Announces Full 100 Years of Movies SeriesTickets are $8 or $5 for ages 12 and under when applicable.  North Adams Embarking on Recodification of the City CodeThe total cost of the work will be $19,540 spread over two or more fiscal years and will consist of a complete review to find contradictory ordinances, outdated materials, ensuring new ordinances have been properly recorded, and make the code cleaner and more transparent.  Jimmy Fund Fund-Raiser Returns June 28In 2024, Striking Out Cancer in the Berkshires raised $10,400, its best year yet, adding to a total of close to $28,000 for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund.  Pittsfield Fire Department Welcomes New EnginePer tradition, firefighters pushed the 42,000-pound vehicle into the bay for good luck. The 2025 Pierce Saber arrived from Florida the the night and will go online in a few weeks.  Berkshire Immigrant Center to Hold Annual Benefit EventThe Berkshire Immigrant Center will host its Beacon of Hope benefit on June 8, 2025, in Lenox, featuring Haitian musical group Lakou Mizik and a film screening, with proceeds supporting immigrant services. BHS Opens Registration for Annual 4th of July 5K RaceIn 2024 over one thousand runners participated in the 5K, which runs along the parade route in downtown Pittsfield.  Stockbridge Grange Community DinnerDinner is $15.00 per person, take out only with noon to 1:30 pm pick up at the Stockbridge Grange Hall at 51 Church Street, Stockbridge. Pittsfield Public Schools Public Hearing on Proposed Middle Grade RestructuringThe purpose of this hearing is to gather input from parents, students, staff, and other residents regarding a proposal to restructure middle?grade education into two grade spans: Grades 5–6 and Grades 7–8.  Pittsfield Church to Host Family Movie Event for Pride FestivitiesThis event offers a free, family-friendly movie and craft activities at Zion Lutheran Church's Common Room as part of Pittsfield's Pride celebrations. Williamstown Select Board Chooses Officers, Talks PrioritiesStephanie Boyd, one of three returning members of the five-person panel, was elected to serve as chair. Peter Beck and Matt Neely were elected vice chair and secretary, respectively.  Dalton Picks former FinComm Chair as Interim Town Managerhe Select Board voted for Dalton native Henry "Terry" Williams III, a state Department of Revenue retiree, for the interim town manager position.  McCann Tech Postsecondary Grads Advised to Be Flexible in CareersMcCann Technical School awarded diplomas and pins to 23 graduates of the cosmetology, dental assisting, medical assisting and surgical technology programs on Monday night. Recount Called for Dalton May 12 ElectionThe town clerk's office will recount the ballots from the May 12 local election to verify the results.  Free Learn to Row Day on Onota LakeFree rowing sessions will be held from 8:00 am to 9:45 am and again at 10:00 am to 11:45 am at the Berkshire Community Rowing boathouse in Burbank Park.  Pittsfield Unapologetically Kicks Off Pride MonthDespite the rain outside, council chambers were filled with unapologetic joy on Saturday as the city kicked off Pride Month. Wahconah Regional High School Awards & Scholarships for 2025The following awards and scholarships were presented to members of the class of 2025 at Wahconah Regional High School.  North Adams Fire Being InvestigatedA local man is being detained in the investigation into a suspected arson on Cleveland Avenue on Monday afternoon. Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 2 to June 6On-street parking, for the above streets, is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m.- 6 p.m.  Berkshire County Historical Society Bird Banding DemonstrationsPartnership with Berkshire Bird Observatory Weekly through July Senator Mark Announces June Staff Office HoursAppointments are not required.  Upcoming Webinar for Nonprofit Board MembersThe webinar fee is $50. Trump Admin Removes DEI from AmeriCorps Seniors GrantLanguage related to gender, gender identity, and gender expression was removed. |
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