 23 Years Later, Berkshire Communities Remember 9/11The ceremony took place around the city's Iraq and Afghanistan War Memorial, dedicated four years ago to honor the men and others lost.  Annie Selke Closing, Laying Off 47Annie Selke on Peck's Road will close its doors and layoff 47 people before the end of the year.  Mosquito-Borne Illness: What You Need to KnowMosquito-borne illnesses are rare in New Hampshire and Vermont, but they do occur. Here’s what to keep in mind when going outdoors. Software Upgrades Impacting Pittsfield Online Permitting SystemBeginning on Wednesday, Sept. 11, the new version of PermitEyes will be live for the Fire Inspection Bureau.  Ghost Tours At Ventfort HallThe tour will take place on Friday, Sept 13 at 8 pm. This is not an active investigation.  Dalton Select Board Member Joseph Diver Steps DownThe Select Board will discuss whether to hold a special election to fill his vacant seat or wait until Diver's term expires next June and have his seat up for election as part of the standard Select Board election. BCC to Hold Annual Harvest RunRegistration open for 5K trail run and 1-mile kids' run  Clark Art: In Conversation on ImpressionismThis free event takes place at 2 pm in the Manton Research Center auditorium.  North Adams Council OKs Software BorrowingThe council had authorized by roll call vote at the end of August the borrowing of $536,562 to purchase new financial software package, Municipal Uniform Information System, or MUNIS.  Mark and Pignatelli Talk Legisative Actions in BecketPignatelli said housing insecurity and shortages are paramount in Berkshire County and encouraged communities to develop shovel-ready plans because "we're not going to hand out money from concepts or ideas, we're going to fund projects."  Letter: Eight Weeks to Change the WorldIn just eight weeks you can vote to save our democracy, our planet, and your own personal freedoms. You have that power, and your choice is as simple as it is stark.  Williamstown Looking into Electrical Issues at MotelFor the second time in four months, the inn and restaurant at 910 Cold Spring Road was discussed by the Board of Health. BHS Opening Urgent-Care Facility in LenoxBerkshire Health Systems is opening a second urgent-care location, with a new facility being developed at 489 Pittsfield Road, in the Center at Lenox. The facility is expected to open this winter. MassDPH Reports Indoor Air Quality Test Results for BraytonThe MDPH IAQ program was asked by Superintendent Barbara Malkas to examine Brayton Elementary School. MCLA to Host Constitution and Citizenship Day with Electoral College LectureThe presentation, "Understanding the Electoral College: Insights into 2024's Presidential Election," will be led by MCLA Associate Professor of Political Science Dr. Samantha Pettey on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in Murdock Hall Room 218.  'The Magical Science of Feelings' at Lenox LibraryWeather permitting, this event will take place in Roche Reading Park, located next to the Library at 18 Main Street, Lenox. MassDOT: South County Nighttime Road WorkAppropriate signage, law enforcement details, and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area. Dress for Success EventThe event is open to all people living in Berkshire County. It will take place from 11am to 3pm at the Pittsfield Holiday Inn, 1 West Street, Pittsfield.  Clark Art Closing Celebration for Invisible EmpiresThis event takes place at 7 pm on the Moltz Terrace of the Lunder Center at Stone Hill.  North Adams School Committee Hears Report on Brayton Air QualityCraig Gifford of GEM Environmental walked the committee through the key findings in a 22-page report provided to the district.  North Adams Sets Meeting on Notch Forestry PlanThe city has set a public information session about controversial plans to log parts of the Notch Reservoir watershed.  Pittsfield Municipal Airport Gets New LogoThe Airport Commission last week approved a cleaner design that depicts a jet flying over a green mountainscape. It is a far cry from the former branding, which had more than 10 saturated colors. Dalton Cultural Council Accepting Grant ApplicationsThe Dalton Cultural Council is accepting applications for grant funding to support local events and initiatives until Oct. 16.  Dalton Ladder Truck Donation UnavailableThe North Collier Fire Rescue District in Naples, Florida, cannot donate its ladder truck because it is returning to service as a reserve piece.  Teams Sought for 25th Monument CupTeams of up to four players are eligible to compete in boys and girls divisions in the under-10, under-12 and under-14 age groups. |
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