 Pittsfield's Peer Outreach Program Coming Into FocusWhat began as a proposed ban on public camping has transformed into a charge for a peer support outreach program led by the Health Department. Ex-Miss Hall's Teacher Indicted on Rape ChargesA former Miss Hall's School teacher accused of sexually assaulting students at the girls' school has been indicted by a Berkshire grand jury. Lanesborough Planning Deliberates Sign & STR BylawsThe Planning Board is a step closer to finishing draft bylaws for short-term rentals (STR) and signage to be voted at the annual town meeting.  Sibaritas Owner Plans Second Resturaunt at 41 NorthThe owner of Sibaritas plans to open a new restaurant in the former Jay Allen's Clubhouse Grille. McCann OKs FY27 Budget, Assistant Principal PostThe total spending plan for the Northern Berkshire Regional Vocational District is $13,218,090, up $564,753 or 3.69 percent over this year. The budget includes a second assistant principal, a special education teacher and interest on the building repair project.  Hoosac Valley Cuts Staffing, Taps Reserves for $24M BudgetThe Hoosac Valley Regional School Committee on Monday approved a level-service budget for fiscal 2027 of $23,990,355 that includes staffing cuts and use of reserve funds. MassDEP Talks Pollution Plans for Pontoosuc LakeThe state Department of Environmental Protection has some options for restore a polluted Pontoosuc Lake back to health.  Pittsfield's Morningside School Faces Potential ClosureInterim Superintendent Latifah Phillips emphasized that no decision has been made, and that the conversation is centered on student success. Lanesborough Reviews DPW, COA, Ambulance BudgetsThe Select Board and Finance Committee had a detailed look last week at the needs for the fiscal 2027 budget from the Parks Commission, ambulance, Council on Aging, and the Department of Public Works.  Lee Elementary Students Channel their Ninja SpiritStudents at Lee Elementary School discovered how to channel their ninja spirit both inside and outside the classroom during a Neighborhood Ninjas presentation on Friday. Williamstown Planning Board Asks for Seasonal Communities Designation, Talks Tiny HomesThe Planning Board this month voted unanimously to recommend that the Select Board ask town meeting to accept the provisions of the provisions of the commonwealth's Seasonal Communities law.  Easter Events in the BerkshiresHippity, hoppity, Easter's on its way this April 5 ... and so are family events in the Berkshires. If you have one you want included on this list, just email us at info@iberkshires.com.  Adams Designates Areas Along Route 8 As BlightedA section of Route 8 has been designated a "blighted" area so the town can target Community Development Block Program funds toward redevelopment. Pittsfield Council Preview: Councilor Privacy & Halting Berkshire Gas Work PermitsOn Tuesday, the City Council will see requests to protect their own safety when it comes to sensitive information, and to deny work permits from Berkshire Gas due to "substandard" conditions.  Veteran Spotlight: Navy Lt. Dan WhiteDan White served his country in the Navy for seven years in the 1980s, attaining the rank of lieutenant. Mount Greylock School Committee OKs Budget Without Adding Elementary School PositionThe Mount Greylock Regional School Committee approved a fiscal year 2027 spending plan on Thursday that officials characterize as a "level services" budget.  Growth of Girls Basketball Reflected in County Hall of Fame InducteesThe Berkshire County High School Girls Basketball Hall of Fame inducted 11 new members on Saturday afternoon. Williamstown Group Planning July 3 Festivities in South WilliamstownA committee of volunteers is planning expanded Independence Day activities in recognition of the semiquincentennial celebration of the Declaration of Independence.  Legislative Breakfast in Pittsfield Voices Human Service NeedsThe conversation focused on wages, brain injury services, transportation, and health care, as well as the corresponding Senate and House bills. Dalton Division Road Sewer Line QuestionedAs the engineering of projects for Dalton Division Road continue, some officials question the investment of a proposed sewer line.  Youth for the Future: Jonah SanabriaMonument Mountain Regional High School student Jonah Sanabria has been selected as our March Youth for the Future. Lanesborough Officials Clarify Relationship with Firemen's AssociationTown officials had plenty of questions for the Lanesborough Volunteer Firemen's Association Inc. as they prepare a budget for fiscal 2027.  Parks Commission OKs Wahconah Park Event, Clapp Park DugoutsBaseball dugouts are planned for Clapp Park, and in April, the community will have one last look inside the historic Wahconah Park grandstand before it is demolished.  Berkshire Museum Donates Cheshire Crown Glass to TownA piece of history has found its way back to the town with the donation of a well-preserved pane of bull's-eye glass made at Cheshire Crown Glass Works.  Taconic Holding Enrollment Lottery to Address 'Record' DemandDemand in career technical education means that Taconic will hold a lottery on Monday for fall admissions since it's short by almost 20 seats compared to the number of applications. |
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