 Adams Fire Station in 'Catastrophic' Condition; District Seeks Appointed PostsThe deteriorating conditions of the 65-year-old firehouse on Columbia Street was presented during an information session Tuesday night that included discussion of organizational changes in the upcoming election.  PFAS Issue Splits Williamstown Select Board on Sewer RateAbout 20 residents and the majority of the Select Board on Monday sent a message to the Hoosac Water Quality District: importing sludge and converting it to compost is a bad deal and unethical.  Pittsfield Council Tables DCF Background Check OrdinanceThe City Council decided that a policy to require clearance from the Department of Children and Families for city employees needs more time.  Adams Free Library to Offer Early Childhood Sensory ProgramThe program will be presented by Emilee Reynolds, an Early Childhood Educator and owner of Miss Emillee ECE, who has over 15 years of experience in the field throughout Berkshire County. Ten Arrested in Berkshire County Child Exploitation StingAccording to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, the operation involved law enforcement officers posing as 14 and 15-year-old girls on various online platforms  Letter: What's Happening With Dalton's Finances?Attend the annual town meeting on May 5 at 7 p.m. at the Wahconah Regional High School and VOTE.  Earth Day Walk and Discussion Planned Along the Hoosic RiverThe event is organized in recognition of Earth Day.  Letter: Williamstown Dealing in Toxic Sludge to Save Money? MadnessWhile Williamstown builds a $20 million fire station, Bob Menicocci and the Finance Committee expect us to be up in arms about $500,000 to deal with a very real environmental problem in a responsible fashion — toxic sludge.  PHS Principal Stepping Down at School Year's EndPittsfield High School Principal Maggie Harrington-Esko will step down at the end of the year after nearly 20 years in the building.  MCLA Announces 2025 Commencement Speaker, HonoreesNORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Award-winning author and Rice University professor Kiese Laymon will be the speaker at the 126th commencement exercises at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. Community Invited to Participate in Burbank Park Clean-UpBurbank Park, situated along the shore of Onota Lake, has experienced issues with illegal dumping and litter. The purpose of the clean-up is to remove trash from designated areas within the park to restore its condition and protect local wildlife.  Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to Support Families Affected by North Adams FireThe event will benefit the LaCosse and Cantoni families, who experienced total loss in a recent house fire in North Adams. Berkshire Fire Departments Awarded Funding for Equipment, EducationThe funding aims to enhance firefighter safety through equipment upgrades and bolster fire safety education programs for children and seniors. Cheshire Works to Obtain Borrowing for Fire TruckDuring a special town meeting last year, voters approved the borrowing of $850,000 for the purchase of a new fire truck. However, the meeting was not properly posted, causing a delay in borrowing.  State Launches Workforce Innovation Tour at InterprintThe Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development kicked off its "revolutionary" workforce tour at Interprint and learned some about decor printing.  Dalton Health Board Orders Dust-Abatement Plan for Concrete SiteThis letter establishes a formal deadline for submitting a detailed plan to address the dust nuisance and notes that failure to comply with this requirement could lead to financial penalties and potential legal action.  North Adams Public Library Announces Updated Early Literacy Programs for FamiliesBeginning Tuesday, April 15, "Wigglers & Crawlers" will be held for families with children aged 0-2 years. This program will be led by Youth Services Library Assistant, Ms. Nancy, and will take place weekly at 10:30 AM.  Shoes at Pittsfield City Hall Signify Monthly Child Abuse CasesFifty-six sneakers placed on the steps of City Hall signified the number of child abuse cases Berkshire County sees in one month. MCLA Green Living Seminar to Feature Pollinator Habitat PresentationMeltzer will discuss the biodiversity crisis and the ecological relationships between native plants, insects, birds, and fungi. Her presentation will cover how ecological landscape practices can support these species, mitigate climate change, and create resilient environments.  Artist Stephanie Syjuco To Give Plonsker LectureThe lecture will be preceded by a reception at the Williams Inn from 5 to 6 p.m. Pittsfield Announces 79th Annual Eggstravaganza Egg HuntThe event starts at 10 a.m. and will feature balloon twisting with Bowie the Clown, face painting from Magic Brushes of BTC Family Entertainment, as well as a special appearance by Mr. Bunny.  Clark Art Presents Gallery Tours With Emerging Art HistoriansWilliams College graduate students lead tours through the Clark's permanent collection Pittsfield School Committee Mulls Lukewarm FY26 BudgetOn Wednesday, School Committee members aired their suggestions for the $87 million budget proposal with $1,238,000 in payroll reductions expected to be made through job movement, attrition, retirements, etc.  Grazie Reopening With New Location, New MenuAfter a monthlong break and a relocation, popular restaurant Grazie is ready to reopen this Wednesday.  413 Day Brings Lt. Gov. Driscoll to North AdamsLt. Gov. Kim Driscoll kicked off "413 Day" at Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art on Sunday before heading to three more locations. |
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