 Adams Applies for CDBG Grant to Address BlightThe town continues its efforts to address blight in the community by applying for funds through the Community Development Block Grant, as it has done years prior.  North Adams Glamping Project Teams With Luxury Resort for New ApprovalsOn Monday, developer Benjamin Crespi of 196 Marine LLC, was back before the Planning Board with a dramatically different proposal: 49 two-bedroom tourists cabins with a restaurant and recreational amenities. Williamstown Select Board Makes Recommendations on Town Meeting ArticlesThe Select Board on Monday recommended town meeting pass all but one of the 32 articles on the warrant for the May 19 session.  Companion Corner: Bella at Second Chance Animal ShelteriBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.  Williams College Lone Suitor for Development of Water Street LotThe college was the lone respondent to the town's request for proposals to purchase and develop 59 Water St.  Cheshire Debates Transfer Station Blue-Bag AbundanceThe town is trying to remedy the transfer stations pay-as-you-throw model as the trash tonnage per permit is significantly higher than what it is supposed to be because of an abundance of blue bags last purchased in 2021. McCann Third Quarter Honor RollThe McCann third quarter honor roll.  Lanesborough Seeks Advice on Ambulance ServiceThe Select Board queried emergency medical service officials on Monday about the challenges for the town ambulance.  Pittsfield School Committee Votes to Close MorningsideOver the last month or so, the district has considered whether to retire the open concept, community school at the end of the school year.  North Adams Council OKs Funds for Ashland Street Project EasementsThe City Council on Tuesday approved an appropriation of $256,635 from the Land Sales Account for easements and takings related to the Ashland Street project.  Adams Youngster Wins Fencing Title in VermontAdams resident Gene Baker placed first at the Vermont Fencing Alliance's 31st annual Middlebury Classic over the weekend. BCC Gets EV Chargers Through State GrantOn Tuesday, the college highlighted this "step towards technological modernization" that was made possible by a $133,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources. Mount Greylock District Aims to Provide Healthier FoodsThe co-chair of the district's Wellness Committee gave a report to the School Committee at its Thursday meeting, outlining the wellness group's priorities for the year ahead. Pittsfield School Building Committee OKs PHS Statement of InterestPittsfield High, the city's oldest school, will be the subject of the next funding request to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. North Adams Housing Trust Building Foundation for FutureThe newly established Affordable Housing Trust has spent its first meetings determining its mission, objectives and resources. BRPC Submits Grants for Berkshire CountyThe Berkshire Regional Planning Commission recently submitted grant applications on behalf of the county's municipalities.  DA's Office Clears Hinsdale Officer in Fatal Kauvil ShootingThe District Attorney's Office has determined that the police officer who fatally shot Biagio Kauvil during a mental health incident in January acted lawfully.  Clarksburg Students Create 'I Voted' Stickers to Promote ElectionsGomeau's idea was to involve the students at Clarksburg School through a contest to come up with the best "I voted" stickers.  Letter: Fire District ElectionsWhen only a handful of people vote, accountability becomes nearly impossible.  MCLA, Drury Students Vouch for Early College ProgramsDrury High School seniors shared their own experiences in the early college program.  State Education Officials Visit Pittsfield on 413 DayAt the Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires child care center in Pittsfield, Secretary of Education Stephen Zrike heard from community-based preschool educators about workforce needs and the impact of the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative. Berkshire Concrete Sues DaltonBerkshire Concrete is taking the town to court over the Planning Board's decision to deny its special permit.  Driscoll Focuses on Outdoor Recreation for 413 DayDriscoll was getting a lesson in fly fishing from Brian Gilbert of Hilltown Anglers after a speaking to outdoor recreation stakeholders at Berkshire East in Charlemont. Cheshire Hears Schools, Police BudgetThe Select Board heard presentations on the the two regional school districts that education the town's children and reviewed, again, the police budget.  Berkshire Concrete Appeals Fines; Residents Demand More Aggressive ActionsLess than a month into spring, the town received its first dust complaint after an overnight storm on March 31 blew sand and fine dust onto Raymond Drive, sending air monitoring data off the charts. |
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