 Local Girls Lacrosse Teams Excel at TournamentTwo girls lacrosse travel teams in the Equinox Lacrosse program turned in strong performances at The Chill, a college recruiting tournament held Oct. 18 and 19.  Culinary Historian To Speak at Ventfort HallThe Talk will be held on Nov. 8 at 3:30 p.m.  Pet Food Pantry Available to Help During Trying TimesCall Berkshire Humane Society's Pet Food Bank Coordinator Jessica Cunningham, 413- 447-7878 extension 127 to sign up. Eagles Band's Free Concert Has Military ThemeThis is the band's 18th year performing at the Colonial. New principal conductor David Diggs said he has decided to perform music from composer John Philip Sousa, but not his famous marches.  Housing Event in Pittsfield Highlights Need for More UnitsBerkshire County needs nearly 2,000 housing units to meet demand, and housing advocates are urging the construction of housing for multiple income levels to meet it. Pittsfield Municipal Election PreviewVoters will elect a city clerk, six School Committee members, four at-large city councilors, and seven ward councilors on Tuesday. MassDOT: Lee Drainage Repairs on I-90 WestboundShoulder closure will be in effect Wednesday, November 5, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  North Adams to Vote New Government on TuesdayUp for election are mayor, all nine City Council seats and three School Committee seats. Also on the ballot are two seats representing the city in the Northern Berkshire Vocational Regional School District (McCann School Committee). North Adams Opens the Holiday Season with Tree InstallationOnce both trees are secure, Meranti will spend the time between now and Thanksgiving stringing the lights. Hoosac Valley High School John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Award WinnersThe John and Abigail Adams Scholarship is a merit-based program that provides a credit toward tuition for up to eight semesters of undergraduate education at a Massachusetts state college or university.  Clark Art, Images Host Screening of 'The Hitch-Hiker'This program takes place in the Clark's Manton Research Center auditorium.  Bidwell House Concert: What a Glorious Crash They MadeThe concert will be held on Nov. 7, at 5 p.m. MountainOne 10th Annual Thankful 5KMountainOne Thankful 5K Launches Fundraising for local food pantries in the Berkshires  Pontoosuc Lake Shoreline Access Plan Tabled for RevisionsThe Conservation Commission has requested another plan to improve access on the south shoreline of Pontoosuc Lake while stabilizing the bank. Pittsfield Health Officials Eye Camping Ordinance AlternativeThe Board of Health plans to present recommendations around public camping in February.  Boys and Girls Club Gets Crown in Program's 15th Straight WinThe Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires defeated Dalton in the Senior Division Championship Game of the Berkshire County Youth Football League, 30-0, on Sunday.  Dalton Juniors Complete Undefeated Season with County TitleThe Dalton Juniors completed a perfect season in the Berkshire County Youth Football League with a 24-14 win over Adams-Cheshire on Sunday.  Veteran Spotlight: Army Col. Michael HynesMichael Hynes served his country with pride and distinction in the Army for 32 years from 1980 to 2012, retiring as a colonel. CHP Welcomes New Chief Financial OfficerCHP announced the appointment of Eric Burton as its new Chief Financial Officer.  Letter: Re-elect Mayor MackseyMayor Macksey is a leader of integrity with strong commitment to North Adams.  Lanesborough Officials Urge Demo of Berkshire Mall for SafetyThe Select Board wants the Berkshire Mall property to be secured but the owners continue to cite the Baker Hill Road District as their roadblock for further action. Coggins Auto Annual Trunk or TreatWhat began in 2020 as a small community gathering has grown into an annual celebration, drawing more than 3,000 attendees this year.  Berkshire Humane Sells Record Number of Subaru TicketsThe Humane Society was able to raise $81,500 from the raffle; last year, the raffle raised $70,000.  Letter: Mayor Macksey Deserves Our VoteJennifer Macksey is a lifelong resident who knows the struggles North Adams has been through. MassDOT: South County Daytime and Overnight Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and WestboundLane closures in place during various hours Monday, November 3, through Friday night, November 7 |
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