 Construct's 'Warm Up the Winter' Campaign Nears Fundraising GoalThe funds are used to provide heating assistance, including for oil, gas, electricity, and firewood, and to offer emergency motel stays and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness.  Adams Board Puts Conditions on 'Nuisance' DogsTwo dogs have been declared "nuisances" and their owners ordered to constrain them. Pittsfield Police Department Announces Citizen Police AcademyThe academy aims to provide community members with information about department operations and contemporary policing issues. Williamstown Select Board Weighs in on FY26 Budget, CPA GrantsThe board decided to put off a decision on its recommendation for an article related to the sewer department, and the panel split on whether to support a series of appropriations of Community Preservation Act funds. Eversource Conducting Aerial Tree Trimming in South CountyFlights are scheduled between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.  Gospel Choir Concert at Bennington CollegeThe event, titled "Gospel Choir Concert: Share the Joy!," is free and open to the public. MCLA Opens Registration for Summer Course SessionsWith more than 50 online courses available, MCLA's summer offerings are designed to accommodate the schedules of working adults, undergraduates, and high school students.  Greylock Federal hosting homebuying workshop in AprilAttendees will review the process and steps to buy a home, as well as meet with a slate of local professionals with whom they can work with to buy a home.  North Adams Council Votes Sanctuary for Transgender CommunityThe City Council passed a resolution on Tuesday declaring the North Adams a sanctuary for the LGBTQIA-plus community. Pittsfield Council Backs Age of Consent LegislationUnder current law, adults in these roles cannot be prosecuted for this type of misconduct if the minor is 16 or older, the legal age of consent in Massachusetts. Greylock Glen Campground Developer Pulls Out Over FinancingShared Estates has pulled out of the campground project at the Greylock Glen.  North Adams Panel Advises Traffic Sign Removal, Debates Animal Control OrdinanceBailey explained that this change will allow police officers more flexibility when responding to non-emergency calls, reducing wait times at the traffic light and reducing potential traffic congestion when emergency vehicles need to pass through. Two Bishops Visiting Christ Trinity in SheffieldThe Rev. Erik Karas, who has led the congregation since 2017, will welcome the bishops to this growing community of faith.  Bedard Bros Chevrolet Partners with Adams Cheshire Little LeagueThe partnership will provide the Little League with new equipment, a financial donation, and access to a free instructional clinic.  Precision Brows Opens on North Street in PittsfieldThe permanent-makeup artist opened Precision Brows at 644 North St. with a grand opening on Wednesday  Berkshire Running Foundation Announces 2025 Race CalendarThe Berkshire Running Foundation recently announced a year-long schedule of races and community engagement.  Baseball in the Berkshires Plans April Exhibit in West StockbridgeThe Baseball in the Berkshires museum will host a weekend exhibit at the Old Town Hall from April 10 to April 13. 'Nothing to Report' After Monday Police Search in WilliamstownThe shooting incident occurred at the 330 Cole Ave. housing complex, which is abutted by the multipurpose trail. 1Berkshire Awarded FY25 Regional Economic Development Organization GrantThis grant will directly support the ongoing capacity of 1Berkshire, allowing it to provide a breadth of free resources, opportunities, and support for businesses "from the spark of an idea, to passing the torch." BCC Offers Info Session on Free Community CollegeAll invited to North Adams Public Library for April 2 session  Lenox Library to present The Lenox MinutemenThe events leading to revolution, and the subsequent involvement of the local militia in the war will be discussed. North Adams Panel Recommends Sale of Sullivan SchoolThe Finance Committee on Monday voted to recommend the sale of Sullivan School for $50,000 for use as housing.  Terrace 592 Brings Affordable Housing to Former BlightAfter being charred by more than one fire, the White Terrace apartments are seeing new light as affordable housing.  Pittsfield Works to Update Open Space & Recreation PlanOpen space and recreation plans are a tool communities use to plan for conservation and recreation needs and are reviewed by the Division of Conservation Services. Bomb Threat Evacuates Fundraiser at Pittsfield's WanderAn inclusive, sober cafe downtown had to be evacuated Saturday because of a bomb threat over the weekend. |
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