 Weekend Outlook: Jolly HolidayCheck out the activities happening this weekend around the county including many holiday-themed events like Santa meet and greets, and some Christmas tree lightings. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.  Pittsfield Announces New Energy Program RatesBeginning with the January 2026 meter reads, the Pittsfield Community Choice Power Supply Program's standard product, which meets Massachusetts Renewable Energy Requirement (MA Req) of 69.1 percent, will have a new rate of $0.13042 per kWh.  Lenox Library Book Launch Event for 'A History of Lenox'This book is nearly 90 years old and yet it has never been published – until now, in a new, enhanced edition. Dalton Historical Seeks Participants for Oral History ProjectThe Historical Commission is interested in participating in the Housatonic Oral History Program to collect, preserve and share the personal stories and memories of local residents.  North Adams Schools' Food Service Being Spotlighted by DESEThe public schools' food service department is being featured in a video by the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.  Fashion, Fur, Fun at Williamstown Holiday Walk This WeekendFrom couture to canines and from crochet to carols, Williamstown Holiday Walk has you covered if you want to get into the spirit of the season this weekend.  New Universally Accessible Sheffield Trail To Be Highlighted on Guided WalkJoin guides Elia Delmolino and Neal Chamberlain to experience this new recreational opportunity. National Grid Hosts Customer Assistance Events In The BerkshiresAs colder weather sets in, these events are designed to help customers manage winter energy bills and explore cost-saving programs.  Berkshire Mall Owners Offer Lanesborough Money to Dissolve Baker Hill Road DistrictThe Berkshire Mall owners have offered the town a $1.25 million loan to dissolve the Baker Hill Road District, while the road district wants to take the property by eminent domain and says Target is on board.  Literacy Volunteers of Berkshire County Online AuctionThe auction will be held online from Dec. 1, through Dec. 12.  Carr Hardware Customers Raise Money for Thanksgiving AngelsThis generosity helped provide Thanksgiving meals for over 2,500 families in Berkshire County who signed up to receive a traditional holiday dinner through the program.  Drury High School Announces Winners Of John And Abigail Adams ScholarshipThis merit-based award grants recipients a tuition credit for up to eight semesters of undergraduate study at any Massachusetts state college or university.  BCArc Announced Supervisor PromotionLassalle will oversee programs in Westfield, Southwick, Southampton, and Russell.  Pittsfield Council OKs $1M in Economic Development Funds for BIC, MyriasThe City Council unanimously approved a total of $1 million in Pittsfield Economic Development Funds to expand the Berkshire Innovation Center and add a new company. Clarksburg Board OKs Water District Grant AgreementThe funds will be used toward engineering and upgrading of the 45-year-old public water system. However, the municipal grants must the accepted and administered by the town.  Thanksgiving Dinners, Donations Delivered by Local GroupsSome 115 dinners were picked up or delivered in the days before Christmas through the city's Veterans Services Office and police. Berkshire Bounty Conducts Crowdfunding CampaignDespite considerable challenges, Berkshire Bounty continues to make strides in mitigating food insecurity.  Pittsfield Queries Community Before Master Plan UpdateThe plan was last updated in 2009, and Pittsfield has engaged VHB engineering firm for a yearlong process of bringing it to the 2020s and beyond.  Eviction Sealing Information Session at the Pittsfield AthenaeumCommunity Legal Aid is a non-profit organization that provides free legal services annually to over 700 low- income and elderly residents of Berkshire County. BMC Earns 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog GroupNew Grade for fall 2025 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety  Clark Art Offers Free Gallery Tours for Parents, InfantsParticipants should meet at the Clark’s main admissions desk. The Mount Greylock Regional School District First Quarter Honor RollTotal school enrollment: 540, of which 378 have made the Honor Roll for the first quarter.  Williamstown Fire District Prepping for Transition to New StationThe Prudential Committee last week took the first step in selling off the current fire station property on Water Street. Pittsfield Health Board Asked to Support Peaker Plant DecarbonizationThe Berkshire Environmental Action Team is seeking letter support from the Board of Health on peaker plants and the need to decarbonize them. Berkshires' First Snowstorm Could Bring Nearly a Foot of SnowThe first significant snowstorm of the season is expected on Tuesday, with heavy snowfall forecast across Western Massachusetts. |
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