 Governor Announces New Winter Energy Bill Relief for Mass FamiliesGovernor declares State of Energy Emergency, removes charges from bills and expands heating assistance to deliver nearly $150 million in relief for Massachusetts households  Berkshire NAMI Annual Meeting Celebrates Community WorkNAMI of Berkshire County celebrated community advocates and gave its annual report on how the organization has been navigating troubling times.  Images, North Adams Library to Screen 'Remember This'A film about a Polish underground courier will screen twice in North County followed by panel discussions. RambleFest Returns With Weekend of EventsThe event showcases the strong sense of community that defines Adams while offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy the fall foliage, which is typically near its peak this time of year. Cheshire Church Hosts Ham Supper Fundraiser for BCACCheshire United Methodist Church will host a ham dinner on Saturday, Oct. 17, in the fellowship hall at 197 Church St.  Free Vaccinations Available Throughout Berkshire CountyThe Berkshire Vaccine Collaborative will provide public vaccination clinics in Berkshire communities this fall, including the Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. There are about 49 clinics.  USPS Holiday Stamp Features the Clark's 'Virgin and Child Enthroned'The stamp continues the Postal Service's decades-long holiday tradition of featuring Madonna and Child images on special seasonal stamps. Gallery 51 Exhibit Turns Protest and Political Action Into ArtHistory unfolds in real time, and a new exhibit at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' Gallery 51 reflects on the political issues and emotions shaping the country and the power of collective action. North Adams Officials to Revote School Committee MembersCity and school officials will meet a second time to vote in two new members of the School Committee. Williamstown Board of Health Talks Bed Bugs, Well DrillingThe Board of Health on Monday asked the health inspector to keep the pressure on the manager of a senior living complex and discussed the pressure of a well recently dug for a residence on Cold Spring Road.  Fall Foliage Leaf Hunt Clues 2026The annual Fall Foliage Leaf Hunt, a traditional and popular feature that kicks off Fall Foliage Festival Week, starts today, Saturday, Sept 26.  Berkshire Museum Explores Ancient Egypt With ‘Soulful Creatures’The Berkshire Museum is welcoming an exhibition unlike any it has been able to host before. North Adams Housing Authority Director Steps DownJennifer Hohn, the longtime executive director of the North Adams Housing Authority (NAHA), has stepped down after 24 years with the agency. Berkshire Food Project Commits to Permanent Home with $50K RenovationAfter four decades of serving meals out of First Congregational Church, the Berkshire Food Project is officially putting down permanent roots — and giving its longtime dining space a major overhaul. Williamstown Select Board Plans Off-Camera Evaluation of Town ManagerAt its Sept. 28 meeting, the board decided to hold a special meeting in a room not covered by WilliNet cameras to complete its annual evaluation process of Town Manager Robert Menicocci.  Weekend Outlook: Get Outside This Holiday WeekendEnjoy the peak of the fall season this weekend before the weather turns frosty! Pittsfield's Crosby School Improves Accountability ScoreWhile the city works to solve outdated facility issues, Crosby Elementary School has improved its accountability score.  Pittsfield Holiday Inn Temporarily ClosesThe hotel has been closed since Sept. 25, after its last working elevator of three broke down. Private Developer Eyes New Hangar at Pittsfield Municipal AirportIn early February, the airport was approached by a prior tenant, Leon Shabott of Hangar4Planes, about the possibility of constructing a hangar at the airport.  Holiday Hours: Indigenous Peoples Day / Columbus DayIndigenous Peoples Day is being observed Monday, Oct. 12. As Columbus Day, it commemorates Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas on Oct. 12, 1492.  MassDOT, CSX Agree on Improvements to Support Berkshire Flyer, Passenger RailThe state Department of Transportation and CSX have reached an agreement for local infrastructure improvements that will be a "major step" to making the Berkshire Flyer a permanent seasonal service. Adams Sets FY27 Tax Rates; Average Homeowner Bill Rises $130During Wednesday's meeting, the Select Board approved a 30 percent split shift for fiscal year 2027, which it has done for the last four years. Adams Tobacco Sale Violation Highlights Gap Between Local, State RegulationsDuring a routine compliance check last Thursday, a Tri-Town Health Department employee under the age of 21 attempted to purchase a pack of Camel Blue cigarettes without presenting identification at the gas station, located at 95 Commercial St. Companion Corner: Harley and Maggie at Berkshire HumaneiBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home. |
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