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MassDOT: Becket Bridge Painting

Lane closures from Monday, Feb. 3, through Friday, Feb. 7, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.

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Chapter 90 Bond Bill Could Bring $5.3M to Berkshire Communities

Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll on Saturday noted the total amount will be $300 million, the highest amount of Chapter 90 that's been proposed.

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Updated Guidance on Suspected Avian Flu Cases Reported

The Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), and the?Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) are advising the public to refrain from handling birds or other animals that are dead or appear sick and report suspected cases.

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Clark Art Lecture on Alvin Baltrop

This free event takes place at 5:30 pm in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

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Central Berkshire Habitat Offers Free Tax Assistance

The program, staffed by IRS-certified volunteers, has been a longstanding resource in Berkshire County. According to CBHFH CEO Carolyn Valli, more than 85 percent of clients return annually for assistance, with the program expanding to serve new clients in South County last year.

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North Adams Council Refers Parking Ban, Affirms LGBTQI+ Rights

The reducing the length of the parking ban is a proposal by Vice President Ashley Shade, who also put forward a number of changes to the Airport Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals ordinances.

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Mount Greylock District Updates Williamstown Select Board on Equity Work

Joe Bergeron was at Town Hall to talk about the middle-high school's participation in the U.S. Department of Justice's SPIRIT program and a districtwide assessment of its process for responding to incidents of bias and bullying.

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Pittsfield Councilor Skeptical of New Berkshire Carousel Plan

While the Berkshire Carousel is no longer being offered to the city, a councilor believes it will be back to square one without local control.

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Letter: Carsell Running in Dalton Special Election

I'll end by humbly requesting the vote of Dalton voters this Monday when I plan on meeting them when the polls open at 11 a.m.

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UNICO Holding Souper Bowl Community Food Drive

UNICO of Pittsfield is holding its Souper Bowl Community Food Drive that will end on Feb. 9, Super Bowl Sunday.

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Karen Sargent Joins Pittsfield Co-op as Dalton Branch Manager

With a track record in banking and a commitment to community engagement, Sargent brings experience and leadership to her new role.

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North Adams Warns Residents of Pipe Survey Scams

Officials are warning residents of calls and letters claiming to represent the survey and requesting money. The survey is being done at no cost to residents.

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Weekend Outlook: Fall in Love, Laugh It Up & Dance, Dance

There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including a free museum day, plays, live music, and more.

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Clark Art Hosts 'Introvert/Extrovert A Two-Piano Recital'

The pair team up for an inventive concert featuring a new work composed by Aucoin for Hanick. This concert takes place in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

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Senator Mark February Staff Office Hours

Residents 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.

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Clark Art Offers Free Gallery Tours for Parents and Infants

Participants should meet at the Clark's main admissions desk.

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Dalton Green Committee to Propose Compost Program

The Green Committee hopes to have a compost program as part of the transfer station's services.

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Pittsfield's Middle School Restructuring Panel Preparing Recommendation

On Monday, members divided into groups to prepare for a consensus that is expected on Feb. 10.

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Marchetti Touts Economic Development Successes

The city saw 12 new businesses in 2024 and long-anticipated development at the William Stanley Business Park.

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Freedom Fund Awards Speakers Highlight Importance of Unity

Powell highlighted the recent work that has been done and continues to be done in dismantling programs designed to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Youth Sign Connect Returns to Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires

Weekly sessions begin Wednesday, February 5, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

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Clarksburg Issues RFP for School Roof

Town and school officials are looking to price out replacement of the school roof in preparation for a possible debt exclusion vote.

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Science, Art Program Offered for School Break

Participants will engage in science investigations, art projects, engineering challenges, and nature explorations.

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North Adams Council Debates Change to Airport Commission Appointments

Ordinance changes related to mayoral appointments were referred to General Government on Tuesday but not without debate by the full City Council and the mayor.

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