 Williamstown Board of Health Looks at Tenant Issues, Home CondemnationThe owner occupant of 92 Longview Terrace and her son attended the Monday morning hearing to ask that the board allow the family to address conditions at the home without taking the step of condemnation. DCF Clears Two Pittsfield High AdministratorsOn Friday, School Committee Chair William Cameron confirmed that DCF’s 51A investigation of allegations of abuse or neglect made against PHS Dean of Students Molly West was unsupported. Conte Community School Wins Safe Routes to School Bike Rack GrantNow in its second year, the Bike Rack Grant helps schools acquire and install bike racks to encourage bicycling  Ranch Life 101 Summer Program Opens at Berkshire HorseWorksThe program, held on a private seven-acre ranch in Richmond, is designed for children ages 5-12.  Almost Spring Weekender Brings Global Dance and Music to SheffieldThe event features a lineup of international artists and DJs aimed at breaking cabin fever before spring arrives. Hoosac Valley High School Announces Honor RollHoosac Valley High School has released its second quarter honor roll for the 2024-2025 academic year, recognizing students who have achieved High Honors or Honors.  Pittsfield to Overhaul Downtown Alleyway with State FundsOn Tuesday, the City Council accepted $1,370,000 from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities' HousingWorks Infrastructure Program.  Williamstown Prudential Committee Learns Finalists for Fire Chief Position24 applicants were vetted by the Personnel Committee, an ad hoc group charged with helping the district replace longtime Chief Craig Pedercini Pittsfield Will Seek an Interim School SuperintendentA couple of weeks ago, Curtis announced that he would be stepping down at the end of June after 30 years with the Pittsfield Public Schools.  CATA Announces New StaffCATA hires Nina Boutsikaris as Grants & Communications Coordinator and Jeremy Lovelett as Communications Associate Elizabeth Freeman Center Looks to Repair New LocationIn mid-December, the domestic violence program and rape crisis center moved its main office from 43 Francis Ave. to 66 Allen St., the former 1Berkshire building. Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and MoreThere are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more.  Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New AgentsBishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis. Morris Elementary School Wins Exemplary Reading Program AwardThe Exemplary Reading Program Award recognizes outstanding reading and language arts programs at all grade levels across Massachusetts. BCC Varsity Sports Program Set to Begin in the FallHead coaches hired for volleyball, baseball  Warm Up the Winter Musical Supports South Berkshire ResidentsProceeds will support South Berkshire residents with emergency needs such as heating fuel, utilities, and rent assistance. St. Stans Teacher Honored With Excellence in Teaching AwardThe award recognizes four teachers across Western Massachusetts.  North Adams Council Looks at Animal Commission, OKs Police Cruiser DealAt Tuesday's meeting, Macksey told the council that state officials recommended that the city establish a commission, a proposal endorsed both by the local animal control officer and the interim police chief.  Pittsfield Schools' Investigation Clears One AdministratorOn Wednesday, School Committee Chair William Cameron reported that the first part of the investigation led by Mary-Lou Rup, a retired Superior Court judge, was completed and one of the school’s two deans, Molly West, was cleared by Rup. Dalton Town Manager Intends to RetireHutcheson said he decided to retire now because of the Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision.  Triplex Living Room Oscar PartyTickets are free and can be reserved at the Triplex website. Beginning with red carpet arrivals, the event will feature gifts and prizes, trivia questions, and Oscar ballots for all attendees. Lee Residents Rally in Boston for Alternative Housatonic River Cleanup PlansLee Town Administrator Christopher Brittain hopes this will raise awareness of Housatonic River pollution in the eastern part of the state.  BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and MembersSmithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year. Pittsfield Speller Advances to Regional BeeThe Region 4 Bee will be held virtually on March 8, 2025, at 9 a.m. BCC Recognized by Achieving the Dream as a 2025 Leader CollegeLeader Colleges play a role in accelerating the adoption of effective practices within the ATD Network and across higher education. |
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