 MassWildlife: Brake for TurtlesFrom mid-May to early July, thousands of turtles throughout Massachusetts travel to new areas to find food and nest. Clarksburg Total Budget for FY26 Up 5.6%The annual town meeting will be presented a total budget for fiscal 2026 of $5,386,082, up $286,598 or 5.6 percent over this year.  Berkshire South Regional Community Center Welcomes New Member to Board of TrusteesHe is currently working as a sales and marketing consultant, helping for-profit and nonprofit organizations grow through strategic planning, performance marketing, and organizational development. BCC to Hold Mental Health First Aid TrainingEnrollment is capped at 20 students per session.  Ghost Tour at Ventfort HallThe tour will take place on Saturday, May 24, at 10 pm. This is not an active investigation. Governor Announces Funding to Enhance Transit in Berkshire CountyThe Berkshire Regional Transit Authority was awarded funding for two fully accessible vehicles, and the South County Connector received funding for one fully accessible vehicle.  Triplex Cinema to Host Free Screening of 'The Land of Azaba' with Director Q&AThe Triplex Cinema is a nonprofit organization that offers a diverse range of films and thematic programming to the community. Pittsfield Public Camping Ban Sparks Outrage at Council MeetingA proposal to ban public camping ran into pushback from residents and councilors last week.  Teacher of the Month: Melinda GowdeyKittredge Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Melinda Gowdey has been selected as the May Teacher of the Month. Astronaut Suni Williams Meets With Boston Students at State HouseGov. Maura Healey hosted a meet-and-greet Thursday at the State House with astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams and local students. North Williamstown Commercial/Residential Site Slated for AuctionA large commercial property near the Vermont border is set to be auctioned off next month. MassWildLife: View Peregrine Falcon CamerasPeregrine falcons are the fastest birds on Earth. They live throughout the world, including right here in Massachusetts! Several web cameras allow the public to witness falcons during breeding season.  With Taxes Paid, Berkshire Mall Owners Plan for Senior HousingJMJ Holdings is entering into the design process for a nine-figure overhaul of the shuttered mall property into 420 to 450 units of senior housing. Market 32, Price Chopper Launch Fill a Glass with Hope CampaignThe initiative will run from May 1 to June 30. Customers are invited to round up their change at checkout to support local food banks in purchasing fresh milk and other nutritious food for families experiencing food insecurity.  MCLA Graduation Highlights Love, Kindness, JusticeMCLA's Class of 2025 was reminded to move forward with love, kindness, and pursuing what is just. Paving Work Scheduled for Hawthorne Street in LenoxPaving work on Hawthorne Street in Lenox is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 19. Final Summary of PHS Investigation ReleasedA School Committee-initiated investigation into allegations of misconduct by Pittsfield High School staff members was unable to conclude that an administrator shared a nude image with students on social media. The Mount Announces Summer Author SeriesThis year, the series features an expanded roster of literary luminaries reflecting diverse disciplines and perspectives. Susan Wissler, The Mount's executive director, shares,  57 Park Street Reopens for the Season in AdamsA boba tea and gift shop has reopened on Park Street for the summer season. CRA Announces Gib Kittredge Auction and Awards CeremonyAn online auction will precede the live event, running from May 19 to May 29.  Early Morning North Adams Apartment Fire Forces Families to FleeA structure fire in the middle of the night Saturday forced at least three families from their homes on River Street.  Market 32, Price Chopper Recall Select Chicken WrapsMarket 32 and Price Chopper have issued a voluntary recall on select Market 32 by Price Chopper brand chicken wraps due to possible Listeria contamination. Although the products are past their sell-by dates, consumers who still have them are urged to return them for a full refund.  Front Porch Feature: Room With A Wide-Open ViewThis week, we are discussing a unique chateau-style home at 13 Grant St.  'Poetry in Motion' Event to Celebrate Hoosic River WatershedThe program is scheduled to last for 1.5 hours. Clarksburg School Cuts $39K More Out of BudgetThe school budget for fiscal 2026 has been reduced by another $39,000, bringing the percentage increase down to 3.98 percent. At the same time, the tuition proposed for prekindergarten was lifted. |
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