 Berkshire South Sees $1M Earmark for ExpansionOn Thursday, Congressman Richard Neal sat with Executive Director Jenise Lucey, board members, and other staff at the center to see how those dollars will help expand childcare, among other areas.  Main & Mill: A Vibrant New Restaurant on Main StreetMain & Mill will be open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Ribbon Cut on Lee's Long-Awaited Housing DevelopmentSitting on the banks of the Housatonic River, this development offers one- to three-bedroom, mixed-income units in the heart of the downtown.  Pittsfield Committee Recommends Scanlon for City AuditOn Tuesday, the Auditing Services Evaluation Committee voted to advance Scanlon to the City Council for an independent audit  South County Farm Grows CommunityJen and Pete Salinetti founded Woven Roots at the turn of the 20th century on a quarter acre of land they owned in Lee. Companion Corner: Princess at Berkshire Humane SocietyCanine caregiver and adoption counselor Simone Olivieri told us about Princess. Two Injured in Onota Street ShootingPolice said they will provide no further information will be provided at this time.  The Classical Beat: Tanglewood, Sevenars Offer Thrilling Music and PerformersWith the second week of August, Tanglewood continues its high energy and innovative classical programming with three powerhouse concerts in the Shed – with highlights being especially illuminating, spiritual programs curated by Yo-Yo Ma in the Shed and in Ozawa Hall. OSHA: Jacob's Pillow Won't Be Cited for 2025 Employee DeathOSHA found no violation of workplace safety and health standards related to the incident, and no citations or penalties were issued. Berkshire Health System Blood Program Helps Shield County From National ShortageToday, Berkshire Health System's blood donor program collects about 2,300 to 2,400 units of blood annually, all of which stays within Berkshire County to help keep local blood supplies stocked.  Clarksburg Neighbors Raise Concerns Over River Road Bridge ClosureThe closure will begin Monday, Aug. 10.  New North Adams Restaurant Main & Mill Holds Soft OpeningThe restaurant will remain in a soft opening for the rest of the week.  Pittsfield's Christian Center Rebrands as 'The Center'The Center will host its annual Community Day, including a name change celebration, on August 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Recent E. Coli Detection in Pontoosuc Lake Confined to LanesboroughDuring the Lake Management Commission's second meeting on Thursday, members received an update on the situation. Cheshire Cruz Nite Returns Aug. 8For 35 years, the event has brought the community together for a daylong event, featuring a rock wall, bounce house, games, a car show, raffles, food trucks, performers, and more.  Berkshire Bounty Sets Pickleball Fund-RaiserIt’s back: the third annual Fun(D)raising Pickleball Tournament for the benefit of Berkshire Bounty. Pittsfield's Highland Restaurant Closing After 90 Years of BusinessOn Sunday, the restaurant announced on social media that August will be its last month in business.  The Round Stone Barn is 200 as Hancock Shaker Village CelebratesThe community was invited to come to the village for free and take part in a wide range of activities including tours, live music from Ida Mae Specker Trio and Tanglewood, demonstrations, and more. Drury High School Fourth Quarter Honor RollDrury High School Fourth Quarter Honor Roll  Hockey Tournament Raises More than $20,000 for Team LiamThe three-day tournament organized by the Berkshire Bear League Hockey league, brought teams from around the region to help raise money to support Liam Lescarbeau, a 9-year-old member of the Northern Berkshire Youth Hockey League's Black Bears youth program. Education Sustainability Group Launches Website, Talks EngagementJake Eberwein showed the committee sections of the nbess.org website, including the resources page, which will be key to keeping residents informed about the study’s findings and collecting information from those residents.  Hinsdale Can Get Plants Closer to Home Thanks to New CenterThe Hinsdale Garden Center has been open since April and is a new spot to get perennials, annuals, hanging baskets, herbs, vegetables, and more.  Pittsfield Committee Recommends Scanlon for City AuditThe council in March recommended that the purchasing agent draft a request for proposals and put it out to bid. |
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