 Clark Art Presents Sensing Nature ProgramA Clark educator leads a slow engagement with nature and art focused on enhancing wellbeing and encouraging visitors to connect with the landscapes on the Clark’s campus and in the galleries.  Dalton Police Officer Receives CommendationShe successfully cleared his airway using the Heimlich maneuver, and his mother expressed appreciation for how Eichstedt handled the frightening situation with empathy.  BCC Names Fall Dean's List StudentsTo be eligible for the dean's list, students must achieve a GPA of 3.750 to 4.000 to earn high honors, while students with a GPA of 3.250 to 3.749 earn an honors designation. More Snow, Sleet Expected Wednesday NightThis winter's constant onslaught of cold and precipitation continues with more sleet and snow expected overnight on Wednesday. BCC's '40 Under Forty' Winners to be HonoredWinners receive additional support from Mill Town Foundation to promote philanthropic giving 4th Annual Northern Berkshire Alumni Hockey GameAlumni from McCann, Hoosac, Drury, and Greylock will face off in a match, with tickets available for $10.  Petricca Industries Plans Expansion, Seeks FundingPetricca Industries is planning a 15,500-square-foot expansion that will add 50 more employees. Lanesborough Winter Fest a SuccessThe town's winter fest had a packed house at the Skyline Antique and Event Center early this month.  Clarksburg School Seeing Residential Enrollment RiseSchool choice students had made up about 25 percent of the student body at one time; that's now down to 17 percent and will fall off rapidly in the next few years.  Black History Month Drag Story Hour at WANDER BerkshiresThe free event, presented in partnership with Drag Story Hour Berkshires and Seeing Rainbows, will feature storyteller Sativo Green.  Guest Column: Romance Scams Are in the AirShe believed it when the man online proposed marriage after a short courtship and said they were going to move away together, even though she'd never met him in person.  The Triplex Cinema to Host Valentine’s Day Screening of 'Roman Holiday'Tickets are available for purchase at thetriplex.org. Dalton Finance Chipping Away at Department BudgetsThe Finance Committee voted to decrease several budget lines during its meeting last week. Berkshire County in Mild DroughtA Level – 1 Mild Drought requires detailed monitoring of drought conditions. MassDOT: Baker Street Bridge to CloseThe closure is expected to last through August 2025, and drivers are advised to plan alternate routes.  Winter Snowshoe Hike at ArrowheadThis free event offers participants a chance to explore the grounds while learning about Melville's history, including his sleigh rides, and to view Mt. Greylock's winter scenery. Hoosac Valley Prepares for Budget Cuts in Fiscal 2026The Hoosac Valley Regional School District is eying a 3 percent budget increase for total budget of $23.1 million for fiscal year 2026. Adams Housing Authority Seeking CommissionerExecutive Director William Schrade notified the Board of Selectmen of the opening last month and returned at its request last week to explain the commission's responsibilities. Forest Restoration Lecture at MCLA's Green Living SeminarPresentations occur every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation (FCSI) Room 121.  Documentary on Baseball Player Al Belanger to Screen in CheshireThe event is presented by Baseball in the Berkshires and will feature special guest Al Belanger. Dalton Day In Need of SponsorshipsThis year, the town will not receive ARPA funds because it was a response to aid towns during the pandemic.  Clark Art Lecture By Artist Mariel CapannaThis free lecture takes place in the Clark’s Manton Research Center auditorium.  Friday's Drug Raids Seized $200K Worth of Drugs; Arrest NineA combined task force says it took down a major drug pipeline on Friday that extended out to Lowell.  Pittsfield Basement Fire Displaces Residents, Claims Pet BirdsFirefighters arrived to find thick smoke pouring from the front door and flames visible through a first-floor window  Ventfort Hall Valentine TeaThe event will feature a traditional English tea with a Valentine's theme, complete with elegant décor and baked goods, in the historic surroundings of the 1893 Jacobean-Revival mansion. |
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