SVMC Wellness Connection: April 5

Lenox Library to Host Program on the Birds of Kennedy Park

This program is free and open to the public.

MassHousing Hosting First Time Homeowner Event

The event will be an informational session for first-time homeowners, meant to provide resources and materials for next steps, mortgages, and first-time buyer educational courses.

Regional Planning Commission Calls for Fixes to Site Plan Review Bill

The regional planning commission's community planning program manager told the executive committee that HB 3551 was worth passing even if all the changes proposed by the municipal lawyers association do not make it into the final version of the bill.

BNRC Ensures Many Forks Farm Will Continue Under New Farmer

It took some time but, ultimately, with the help of the Berkshire Natural Resource Council, Wyrrick and Comstock were able to work out a plan for Many Forks Farm to continue under Comstock's ownership.

PCTV Outlines Asks for New Cable Contract

Board President Sue Doucette and Operations Manager David Cachat laid out the community television station’s requests in the next 10-year contract.

DOR: March Revenue Collections Total Near $4 Billion

Monthly collections up $182 million or 4.7 percent vs. March 2023 actual; $129 million above benchmark

Dalton Fire District to Hold Informational Session April 10

The Dalton Fire District will be having an informational session on Wednesday, April 10, at Wahconah Regional High School starting at 6:30 p.m.

Eclipse Will Darken the Skies on Monday

he Berkshires won't see a full eclipse on Monday as we're south and east of the path of totality, but we should see about 94 to 96 percent of it.

Mass Receives Federal Funding to Expand Digital Access

New "Internet for All" funding stream will address digital divide statewide through digital skills training, device access, and internet affordability

Arrest Warrant Issued in Pownal, Vt., Homicide

The Vermont State Police Thursday announced they have obtained an arrest warrant for a Massachusetts man on a murder charge arising from a fatal stabbing Feb. 6 in Pownal.

Barrington Stage Musical Theatre Conservatory for College Students

The 2024 Musical Theatre Conservatory runs June 3-July 26. Candidates must demonstrate strong musical theatre skills, be at least 19 years of age, and have completed at least one year of University-level training.

Carpenter Leads Rams Past MCLA

Mount Everett graduate Gwen Carpenter went 6-for-9 with a home run, a triple, three doubles and four RBIs Saturday to lead the Framingham State softball team to a double-header sweep of MCLA.

Stockbridge Author Explores AI in New Novel

The novel also explores other ethical and sensitive topics such as people-pleasing, sexual assault, and other prevalent issues in society.

Clark Art Announces Research and Academic Fellowships

The Clark is one of a small number of institutions globally that is both an art museum and a center for research, critical discussion, and higher education in the visual arts.

Dalton Historical Commission Talks Sidewalks and Historic Districts

When the commission established its first historic district, the Craneville Historic District, about 10 years ago, it hired preservation specialist Norene Roberts for guidance.

Morris Elementary School Holds Pep Rally to Ready Students for MCAS

On Thursday, March 28, students in Pre-K through Grade 2 were called to the gymnasium to await their older peers as part of the pep rally.

MassRMV Cautions Public to Beware of Deceptive and Mimic Websites

Customers should only use Mass.Gov/RMV for online RMV Services

MassDOT Public Comment Period for Beyond Mobility

Plan to help guide MassDOT's decision making and investments through 2050 Comment period one step in robust public engagement efforts

Adams Officials Review Greylock Glen Budget

Michael Wynn, who was selected in January to run the center, submitted a level operating budget of $57,500 but said he could pull funding from different lines to ensure there was money for advertising this fall.

Dalton Fire District Votes to Return Ladder Truck ARPA Funds to Town

Science and Art Program during April School Break

The program is geared for children aged 7 to 13 years and runs April 15-18, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (with early drop-off at 8:30 am), at the April Hill Education and Conservation Center in South Egremont.

South County Construction Operations

Construction Operations on I-90 Eastbound and Westbound Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12. Traffic will be allowed through the work zones.

DESE Office of School Monitoring to Visit MGRSD

The Office of Public School Monitoring visits each district and charter school every three years to monitor compliance with federal and state special education and civil rights regulations.

BEAT: The Invasive Spotted Lanternfly

Elizabeth Barnes is the Forest Pest Outreach Coordinator with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and previously worked as the Exotic Forest Pest Educator at Purdue University.