 Pittsfield Schools Schedule Morningside, Budget Hearings This WeekThe School Committee will hold another public hearing for the potential closure of Morningside Community School.  North Adams Church Surpasses Share the Love Campaign GoalThe First Congregational Church blew through its $10,000 goal, raising a total of $17,600 during its annual "Share the Love" campaign.  Social Service Organizations Highlight Challenges, Successes at Poverty TalkThe event held on March 27 at the Berkshire Athenaeum included a working lunch and encouraged public feedback.  Teacher of the Month: Kaylea NocherNearly a dozen parents and colleagues nominated the Brayton Elementary School teacher, praising her dedication, connection to students, and engaging classroom environment. North Adams Schools Reviewing Greenhouse ProgramSchool officials plan to review the greenhouse program, which is being used for life skills education for older students.  Letter: Future of Town(s) Fire/EMS ServicesFor generations, Berkshire County's fire departments have served their communities with pride. We all respect that history. But history alone cannot answer today's emergencies. Pittsfield Reviews Financial Condition Before FY27 BudgetThe average single-family home in Pittsfield has increased by more than 40 percent since 2022. Governor Awards Over $1Billion to Water Infrastructure ProjectsThese funds are a critical resource that cities and towns rely on each year to plan and advance water infrastructure projects. Additionally, $143 million in funding will be made available to communities on a rolling basis throughout the year.  Taconic Student Revitalizes Wild Acres Trailhead SignA Taconic High student has given new life to a city trailhead sign that dates back to the 1980s.  Friday Front Porch Feature: A Cozy Home in AdamsOur Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 84 North Summer St.  Friday Afternoon Fire Destroys Cheshire BarnThe building is a total loss but firefighters were able to prevent the flames from reaching another nearby barn and the house at Stoney Brook Farm. Williamstown Health Board Finalizes N2O Bylaw DraftThe board Tuesday also reversed its earlier decision on phasing in implementation of the anti-smoking bylaw town meeting approved last May. North Adams Man Indicted on Murder, Arson ChargesHe is being held without bail at the Berkshire County House of Correction, where he has been housed since Nov. 25. Cheshire Discusses Road Work, ADU BylawsBumpy Fred Mason Road is on the is on the Department of Public Works' project list for this summer. Williamstown Finance Committee Finalizes Fiscal Year 2027 Budget ProposalThe tax bill of a median-priced single family home will go up by 8.45 percent in the year that begins July 1 under a spending plan approved by the Finance Committee on Wednesday night. Adams Fire District Budget Up Nearly 10%The Fire District is eyeing a total budget of $3,159,077.78, a 9.67 percent increase from the previous year.  Tenants Moving Into Pittsfield Supportive Housing ProjectTenants began moving into the new permanent supportive housing units on West Housatonic Street this week.  MCLA Announces Four Finalists for Next PresidentMassachusetts College of Liberal Arts announced four finalists for the position of president, following a national search. Adams Couple Sentenced to Staggered Prison Terms in Death of Foster InfantAn Adams couple will serve staggered three to five year prison sentences for the 2020 death of their foster infant.  Weekend Outlook: Hopping Good FunCheck out the events happening this weekend including First Friday, Easter events, music series, and more. Adams Eyes $21M Spending Plan for Fiscal 2027The town is eyeing a budget slightly over $21 million for fiscal year 2027, an increase of 4.5 percent. Pittsfield Council OKs $15M Borrowing for Drinking Water SystemCommissioner of Public Services Ricardo Morales explained that the decades-old filtration units need to be babysat "much more" than usual, and the city is due for new technology.  Pittsfield Holds Second Master Plan WorkshopThe city is about halfway through developing its new master plan, and held a second community workshop this past Thursday.  Companion Corner: Baby at Berkshire Humane SocietyiBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home. 'Swatting' Incident at Mount Greylock Regional SchoolA search uncovered no evidence to support the threat and the school returned to normal operations at 11:03 a.m, police said. Additional public safety resources were to remain on scene for the remainder of the school day. |
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