 Pittsfield Fire Investigating Cause of Dalton Avenue BlazeMultiple people driving by the structure at 206 Dalton called 911 report heavy flames coming from the front of the building, according to Deputy Fire Chief Neil Myers.  Author to Discuss Connie Converse at North Adams LibraryThe event will take place in the library's 3rd-floor community room. Fishman's book chronicles Converse's life and musical career, incorporating research, travel, and interviews. Converse resided in North Adams at one point in her life.  Hoosac Valley Students Experience Air Force's ECHO VR TrainingHoosac Valley High School students traded textbooks for virtual reality on Monday, when the Air Force brought its Enhanced Cognitive Human Operations, or ECHO, experience to the school.  Pittsfield Homeless Count Increases Over 2024On Wednesday, the Three County Continuum of Care presented the "sobering" 2025 PIT numbers to the Homelessness Advisory Committee.  Almgren Recognized for Elder Law ExpertiseAlmgren has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in elder law, estate, trust, and tax planning, administration, and life care. She is accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs and holds degrees from Williams College and Albany Law School of Union University. Her areas of expertise include Medicaid and community resource utilization for elder care. New York Times Bestselling Author to Speak at MCLA's MOSAICThe event will take place on April 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the MOSAIC Event Space on 49 Main St., North Adams. This event is free and open to the public.  St. George Greek Orthodox Church to Host In-Person Greek Pastry SaleThe event will take place at the church, located at 73 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA, across from the Dery Funeral Home. MassDOT: South County Construction OperationsLane closures will be in effect during daytime hours Weekend Outlook: Fundraisers, Live Music, and MoreThere are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including fundraisers, live music, and more. Pittsfield Announces North Street Re-design Open HouseThis initiative aims to transform North Street into a street that ensures safe, comfortable access for all modes of travel and creates space for community interaction, culture, and commerce.  Clark Art Screens 'Stellet Licht'On Thursday, April 10, the Clark Art Institute continues its Small Town film series with a subtitled screening of Stellet Licht (2007) at 6 pm in the Manton Research Center  Pittsfield Council to See 10-Year Charter Review ReportFollowing almost two years of work, the Charter Review Committee has made its recommendations to the City Council. North Adams School Committee Officially Appoints Incoming SuperintendentTimothy Callahan, currently assistant superintendent, will succeed Barbara Malkas upon her retirement at the end of the school year.  Williamstown Fire District Inks 3-Year Deal with New ChiefOn Tuesday afternoon, the Prudential Committee ratified a contract to make Jeffrey Dias the successor to Chief Craig Pedercini, who retired from the post on Monday. Treasurer's Office Staffing Debate Causes Kerfuffle in CheshireThe Selectmen tabled a discussion on Tuesday about how to structure the treasurer and collector position after the debate nearly resulted in a board member's resignation.  Berkshire South Hosts Annual Splash-A-Thon FundraiserThe program provides aquatic activities for individuals with adaptive needs, including group swim lessons and aqua aerobics. North Adams Regional Hospital Receives MassEcon Impact AwardNARH was among three organizations honored in Western Massachusetts, achieving Gold, while a Silver honor went to Electro Magnetic Applications and Bronze to the Berkshire Innovation Center, both in Pittsfield.  Railroad Street Youth Project to Screen 'Recovery City' DocumentaryThe event is open to the public, including parents, young people, educators, youth professionals, the recovery community, and community stakeholders. Media representatives are also invited to attend. Senator Mark Announces April Staff Office HoursResidents of any of the 57 municipalities in the Senator's Berkshire, Hampden, Franklin, and Hampshire District are encouraged to share ideas on current or potential state legislation, or to ask for assistance with issues involving any state agency.  Clark Art Lecture On Museum Education and Ukrainian National IdentityThis free event takes place at 5:30 pm in the Manton Research Center auditorium. MCLA Green Living Seminar: Green Roofs and Urban RewildingPresentations occur every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation (FCSI) Room 121. Each presentation is free and open to the public. Adams Clerk, Treasurer & Assessor Request RaisesThe Board of Selectmen has begun a deep review of the fiscal 2026 budget of $19,548,441, up $717,916, or 3.7 percent over this year.  Central Berkshire Picks Insider Henault for Next SuperintendentThe committee voted unanimously on Wednesday to offer the post to Michael Henault, who has been the district's assistant superintendent for three years.  New Mobile Groomer Servicing Parts of Berkshire CountyCurbside Pet Spa is a luxury one-on-one dog grooming experience that Varriale started in 2012 in Connecticut.  Berkshire Money Management Hosts 'Retirement Rounds' Happy HourSpaces for this complimentary event are limited. |
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