 Letter: Why I Support Shana Dixon for Williamstown Select BoardI am impressed by Shana Dixon, the current chair of the DIRE committee, who has not hesitated to step up for this community, while also operating her own small business and juggling life as a single mom of two young children.  'Safe Haven' Facility Coming to PittsfieldThe facility will employ a "housing first" model to provide an alternative to shelter placement.  Letter: Please Elect Tony PagliaruloBecause Tony knows Dalton and its residents — and has the best interests of the town as his goal — he will make a terrific Select Board member.  Arion Press Books Exhibition Opens at Robert Frost Stone House MuseumThe exhibition will feature a collection of fine edition artist books from Arion Press, a San Francisco-based publisher that collaborates with contemporary artists and bookmakers to reimagine literary classics Berkshire Agricultural Groups Receive Over $124K in State GrantsThe Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) will manage these grants through three programs: the Agricultural Fairs Infrastructure Grant Program, Farmers Market Sustainability Grant Program, and Buy Local Grant Program.  Ghost Tours at Ventfort HallThe tour will take place on Saturday, May 7, at 10 pm. This is not an active investigation. Student-Written Play 'Rewind: A Real-Life Sitcom' to Premiere at Mount Greylock Regional SchoolThe play centers on high school student Ashley Stevens, whose teenage life has seemingly transformed into a sitcom.  Images Cinema Fundraiser to Feature Christopher Reeve DocumentaryThe event will begin with a VIP reception at 6 p.m. in the Images Lounge, featuring special guest James Naughton and community members. Adams Selectmen OK Transfer for Cruiser PurchaseThe Selectmen approved a plea from the police chief on Wednesday to dip into reserves for a new Chevrolet Tahoe cruiser at $75,000.  Second Round: Dalton Town Meeting Passes Recall, Capital Plan BylawsAfter a contentious first meeting on Monday, the annual town meeting continued on Wednesday.  Clarksburg Board OKs Sale of Cruiser to MCLAWhat town officials hoped would be a simple matter of disposing of two police cruisers turned into a difficult debate on money, timing and integrity.  BHS Appoints Two Community Leaders to Board of TrusteesBHS announced the election of Ashley Benson, MSW, LICSW, and Matthew Lauro of Mountain One Bank to the BHS Board of Trustees. Lenox Memorial Middle School to Present 'The Addams Family'Tickets are available at the Duffin Theater 30 minutes before each performance.  Historian to Discuss Dr. Samuel Jones and Arnold Print Works at North Adams LibraryTrudel will discuss his recently published two-book series on the history of the Arnold Print Works from 1868 to 1942, focusing on Dr. Samuel M. Jones' ownership (1915-1942).  The Enchanted Altar Celebrating Six Months of OpeningNicole Webster Clark, the owner, stated that she has dreamed of opening a store since childhood.  Letter: Saturday Rally: Diversity Makes Us GreatTell me my fears about what could happen to the people just grabbed in Great Barrington are not justified. North Adams Letter Carrier Food Drive Scheduled for May 10This year, the Friendship Center will collaborate with letter carriers to collect donations in North Adams, Clarksburg, and Florida Mountain.  Clark Art to Host Gallery Talk for People with Dementia and CaregiversThe event will take place in the permanent collection galleries when the museum is closed to the general public. Clark Art Hosts Mother's DayBetween 11 am and 1 pm, visit the Manton Study Center for Works on Paper to view a specially curated selection of prints, drawings, and photographs depicting the many facets of motherhood. Berkshire Carousel Reopening June 14Aside from carousel rides, the grand opening will feature games, food, and the unveiling of some renovations. Clarksburg School Opens School Choice Spots for Next School YearThese are first open spots since 2023 as the school's residential enrollment has risen over the past few years. But with 12 pupils forecast for Grade 1, officials felt confident in opening school choice. Pittsfield Holds First Hearing on School RestructuringThe School Committee is expected to vote on the restructuring by the end of this school year, and another public hearing will be held at Herberg Middle School next week. Pownal Woman Killed in Route 7 AccidentA Pownal woman was was killed Tuesday morning following a collision with a school bus on Route 7.  Volunteers Pack Meal Kits for Berkshire PantriesUnity can have significant impacts on a community. This was demonstrated during the Berkshire United Way's annual meal kit packing event on Saturday.  Letter: Vote Jane Patton for Select BoardSadly, our town seems very divided. We need strong and thoughtful leadership to show us the way to better times. |
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