 Lever and BIC Awarded Climatetech Startup Grants from MassCECFunding will enable 12 organizations to expand the state's climatetech startup ecosystem BCC to Host Berkshire State of Work Summit on June 18Three tracks to feature 15 sessions, 40+ speakers; 200 attendees expected  Sandisfield Arts Center Announces 30th Anniversary Opening WeekendThe season will begin with an art exhibition dedicated to Sandisfield, featuring its landscape, natural elements, and the works of local artists including Bill Carlson, Erika Crofut, Jaye Moscariello, Josie Miner, June Wink, Linda Moronti, Peter Biamonte, Sam Mercier, Susie Crofut, Teresa Bills, and Virginia Overton. Fired Dalton Chief Files Lawsuit Against DistrictChristian Tobin, who was terminated as chief of the Fire Department, wants his position back along with damages in a lawsuit filed against the Fire District and its officials.  Dalton Public Safety Officials Emphasize Safe DrivingWith graduation and prom season upon us, the Fire Department wants to remind people to drive safely and make good choices.  K&M Bowling Opens Mini-Golf Course in PittsfieldThe city's only bowling alley now has the city's only miniature golf. Concerns Over Screen Time Prompts Parent PresentationConcerns about the effects of digital devices and social media on children has prompted one local parent to bring awareness to her community. Housatonic Valley Association Joins International Conservation ProgramThe Housatonic Valley Association's "Follow the Forest" initiative has been accepted into the Peregrine Accelerator for Conservation Impact, aiming to strengthen forest conservation efforts across the Northeast. Clarksburg Town Meeting to Vote Budgets, Bylaws & School Roof ReplacementVoters will decide a $5.4 million budget at the annual town meeting on Wednesday night and whether to take out a half-million loan to put a new roof on the school.  Millhouses of Adams Celebrates Oldest Residents With Silver CanesThe ceremony is celebrated every May in conjunction with Older Americans Month and honors residents who are 80 years and older.  Adams Theater Presents 'Hear Me'The screening will be followed by a panel discussion and audience Q&A focused on violence prevention. I-90 Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for Construction in West Stockbridge and StockbridgeThese operations will involve bridge painting, drainage structure work, and guardrail repairs, requiring lane closures during overnight hours.  Clark Art Institute to Air Met Opera's 'Il Barbiere di Siviglia'This screening is the final installment of the 2024–25 season of The Met: Live in HD and will be shown in the auditorium within the Manton Research Center. Berkshires Gets $200K in State Grants to Boost Housing, Conservation & DevelopmentThese grants, administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), aim to improve community land use practices by promoting conservation, sustainable housing and economic development, and climate resilience. Pittsfield Begins Review of $226M Budget for Fiscal 2026On the second night of fiscal year 2026 budget hearings, the City Council preliminarily approved 11 departmental budgets in 40 minutes. Pittsfield's $226M Budget Mostly Personnel, Expenses, Debt ServiceMayor Peter Marchetti said the $226 million fiscal year 2026 budget is mostly personnel, expenses, and debt services.  Berkshire County Towns Remember the Fallen on Memorial DayDaniel Sargent's cousin inspired him to serve his country and he'll be off to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point this fall to join the class of 2029.  State Fire Marshal Highlights Summer Fire SafetyGrilling, Gasoline, and Smoking Among Outdoor Fire Hazards  Clark Art Presents Queering The ClarkFree with gallery admission. Capacity is limited. Meet in the Museum Pavilion. Mount Greylock School Committee Declines State Budget ResolutionThe Mount Greylock Regional School Committee on Thursday opted not to advocate for fundamental changes to state budgeting in Boston.  BEAT Queries Residents on Future of Pittsfield Peaker PlantEnvironmentalists continue to push for the decarbonization of the last peaker plant in Berkshire County.  Veteran Spotlight: Navy Petty Officer Denis RussellThis proud Vietnam veteran grew up in Somerville. Eversource Recognizes National Electrical Safety Month with life-saving tipsEnergy company reminds customers safety starts with awareness  Memorial Day a Time for 'Acknowledging Cost of Peace'As the county remembers its fallen over the past 250 years, Kurtis Durocher reminded the gathering at Town Hall that Memorial Day isn't about glorifying war.  Berkshire Village Residents, Owners Agree Better Communication NeededBerkshire Village residents and one of the park's owners agreed on the need for better communication between management, ownership, and tenants. |
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