 Adams Fire District Holds Special Meeting ThursdayVoters in the Fire District will decide on six articles for a special district meeting on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the firehouse. Pittsfield Council Sees BRTA's Proposed Route ChangesThe Berkshire Regional Transit Authority's new administrator outlined proposed route realignments to the City Council last week for fiscal year 2027.  Suspect Arraigned in 'Horrific' Dragging CaseA Hancock man accused in last week's dragging death of William Colbert, 69, is being held on $250,000 bail. Icy Rain, Snow for Berkshires Today; More Snow Forecast This WeekendThe National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a winter storm advisory to North Berkshire, Southern Vermont and the New York Capital District. Dalton Power Program Could Save Ratepayers MoneySince 2015, the town has had an electric program in an effort to stabilize and make energy costs more affordable.  Healey, Driscoll's Campaign Stop Talks Housing, Health and ICEGov. Maura Healey acknowledged challenges and touted successes on Tuesday to a packed room at the former Johnson School on Tuesday. Mount Greylock School Committee Hears Budget Requests, PressuresThe Mount Greylock Regional School Committee Thursday heard the final rounds of fiscal year 2027 budget requests and heard why those — or any — discretionary increases in spending will be difficult in the year that begins July 1.  Healey Announces Housing Development Supports at Former Pittsfield BankGov. Maura Healey stood in the former Berkshire County Savings Bank on Tuesday to announce housing initiatives that are expected to bring more than 1,300 units online.  Great Barrington Fire, Police Respond to Chimney FireFirefighters made quick work of a chimney fire on Tuesday afternoon and two police officers aided the occupant in escaping the building. North Adams First Congregational's 'Share the Love' Campaign ReturnsNow in its fifth year, the First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign returns to assist organizations aiding those in need in Northern Berkshire County.  North Adams' New Kimbell Building Taken at Foreclosure AuctionMortgage-holder MountainOne Bank was the only bidder at the auction, taking the historic building for $1,248,000. It was held in the entrance lobby at 85 Main by Daniel P. McLaughlin & Co. Auctioneers LLC.  Adams Community Bank Announces PromotionsAdams Community Bank (ACB) announced the recent promotion of seven employees. Dalton Select Board to Hold Q&A Session on DCTVThe show will begin airing once the town has received enough questions to fill a 30-minute segment.  Clark Art Hosts Talk By Richard TawsThe talk takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium. Pittsfield Seeks Public Input for CDBG Annual Action PlanCDBG funds are provided annually to the City of Pittsfield through an entitlement grant from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. Christian Center Surveys Needs, Proposes ChangesThe Christian Center wants community feedback to fuel a potential name change and expanded programming.  Williamstown Fire District Readying Fiscal 2027 BudgetThe Fire District is projecting a 3.18 percent increase in its operating budget for fiscal year 2027, according to documents shared with the Prudential Committee and its Finance Committee. Arrest Made in Pittsfield Hit-And-RunA Hancock man Monday was arrested in connection with last week's fatal hit-and-run accident in Pittsfield, police said.  Dalton Trustees Want to Restore Chapel as ColumbariumThe cemetery trustees are slowly working to make the Main Street Cemetery's chapel usable again.  Mass MoCA Presents Robin Frohardt: 'Shopping Center of the Universe'Award-winner Robin Frohardt, whose multimedia experience "The Plastic Bag Store" was at the museum in 2024, returns to the museum for a preview of "Shopping Center of the Universe," a theatrical work of speculative nonfiction.  East Housatonic Bridge Restricted to One-LaneStructural concerns have closed one side of the bridge on East Housatonic Street, making that section of the busy road limited to one lane.  Puppeteer Carl Sprague to Present 'Hansel & Gretel' at Ventfort HallThe dates and times are Thursday, Feb. 19 and Friday, Feb. 20, both at 3:30 pm. MassDOT: Becket Daytime Bridge Repairs on I-90 Eastbound, WestboundLane closures in place Tuesday, Feb. 17, through Friday, Feb. 20, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Curious Festival of Unfinished Works At the Adams TheaterCurious Festival of Unfinished Works Presents Developing Puppet Theater Projects Feb. 21  No Drought Conditions in Berkshire CountyAll other regions remain unchanged, including Berkshire County that remains at a normal drought level. |
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