 Williamstown Housing Trust Releases Funds to Northern Berkshire HabitatThe trustees of the town's Affordable Housing Trust on Wednesday committed to contributing $100,000 toward the construction of the first of four Habitat for Humanity homes off Summer Street.  Veteran Spotlight: Coast Guard Seaman James MeinekerHis first assignment would take him to the Coast Guard's former ET school on Governor's Island in New York, then to the 5th Coast Guard District in Pungo, Va.  Governor Initiative To Transform Commercial Spaces Into HomesNew Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative Established by Governor Healey’s Affordable Homes Act  Pittsfield Walmart Plans Online Order Pickup AreaWalmart plans to enclose part of its garden center for an online grocery pickup area. Governor Announces Funding, Next Steps for Electric Vehicle Charging InfrastructureFunding will help address gaps identified by the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Coordinating Council, including the need for more chargers along secondary corridors and to support Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles West Nile Virus Found in More Pittsfield MosquitosThe city is advising residents to avoid mosquito bites and seal their homes as West Nile virus isolations continue to be detected. MassWildlife: Know your milkweedAs their name suggests, many milkweed species produce a milky-white substance that can be seen if their stem is broken.  Ronnie's Cycles and Sales Delivering Fun for 70 YearsRonnie's Cycle Sales and Service has been serving motorcycle and motorsports enthusiasts in Berkshire County and surrounding areas for seven decades. Clarksburg Fire Company Asks for Budget Increase to Offset CostsThe Clarksburg Volunteer Fire Company is hoping for more financial support from the town to address increasing costs. MassDOT Releases People and Transportation Project ReportReport highlights barriers to transportation access in Springfield area 86 percent of surveyed clients expressed support for fare-free RTA service  Q&A: New Principal Takes Over at Williamstown ElementaryThis month, Williamstown Elementary's new Principal Benjamin Torres sat down with iBerkshires.com to talk about the road that led him to North Berkshire and some of the challenges that come with the job. Market 32, Price Chopper, Freihofer's Raise Funds for the Alzheimer's AssociationThe fundraising total—which was made possible by the generosity of customers—was announced during a check presentation at the Clifton Shoppers World Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY. Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Aug. 24-29The schedule and locations are subject to change based upon weather. Pittsfield Affordable Housing Signs Nondiscrimination AgreementThe agreement states that, as a condition of federal financial assistance, they will comply with national law and policies that prohibit discrimination.  Burlington Store Cuts Ribbon in PittsfieldDozens of people stood outside the new Burlington store on Friday to get a $10 coupon toward their shopping spree.  United Counseling Service Announces Changes to Board of DirectorsUnited Counseling Service (UCS) announced changes to its Board of Directors. MassDOT: Overnight and Daytime Construction on I-90Lane closures in place during various hours week of Sunday, August 24  Adams Community Partners with Safety Platform for Financial SecurityThrough this partnership, ACB will offer Carefull's advanced platform to help customers monitor their accounts for signs of financial exploitation, including complicated emotional manipulation schemes like romance scams. Hoosac Valley High School to Destroy Old RecordsStudents interested in retrieving their records before they are destroyed are asked to contact the Main Office at 413-743-5200 or the School Counseling Office at 413-743-5200, ext. 5006 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. prior to September 12, 2025 to make arrangements. Pittsfield Will See a New Internet ProviderAccessPlus Fiber plans to expand into the city, providing residents, businesses, and schools with another option for internet service.  Adams Community Bank Announces Partnership with Financial Safety PlatformAdams Community Bank is partnering with financial safety platform Carefull to provide extra security for customers.  Ayelada Now Open in WilliamstownThe Cervones opened another Crust pizzeria in Williamstown last year and decided to bring Ayelada in because of its success.  Charlemont Reggae FestThere will be food, drink, exotic craft market, and kids activities. Local Chefs Competition to Benefit the Berkshire Food ProjectEvening to feature chefs' bites, food-themed music, and a unique silent auction  Weekend Outlook: Car Shows and FestivalsCool cars, hot rods and intriguing motor vehicles of all shapes and sizes will fill the downtown for this year's Motorama. Also enjoy food and shop vendors, with live music, giveaways and more. |
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