 Pittsfield Returns Incumbents, Elects New School CommitteeThere is new leadership in a couple of wards, but the majority returning to the City Council are incumbents.  McCann Tech Roof, New Monument Mountain High School OK'd by VotersBy wide margins, school infrastructure projects were approved by voters at both ends of the county on Tuesday.  Macksey Wins Big for Third Term in North AdamsMayor Jennifer Macksey was returned to a third term in the corner office with high turnout in Tuesday's election.  Create an Ad: Southside Sales & ServiceEvery month, local businesses partner with us to provide students in grades one through eight at various schools the opportunity to create an ad.  Northern Berkshire Contra DanceThe dance will run 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown. Admission is pay-as-you-can: $12 - $20 suggested, and barter is also welcome. Hancock Shaker Village Announces Multi-Year Grant Award, Endowment ChallengeHancock Shaker Village received more than $2.34 million in grant support from Lilly Endowment Inc., which will be used to activate new galleries with world-class exhibition space, new interpretive resources, and an enriching slate of programming for visitors.  McCann Practical Nursing Program Graduates 23The hour long ceremony featured speeches, recognitions, and a slideshow presentation.  Local Girls Lacrosse Teams Excel at TournamentTwo girls lacrosse travel teams in the Equinox Lacrosse program turned in strong performances at The Chill, a college recruiting tournament held Oct. 18 and 19.  Culinary Historian To Speak at Ventfort HallThe Talk will be held on Nov. 8 at 3:30 p.m. Pet Food Pantry Available to Help During Trying TimesCall Berkshire Humane Society's Pet Food Bank Coordinator Jessica Cunningham, 413- 447-7878 extension 127 to sign up. Eagles Band's Free Concert Has Military ThemeThis is the band's 18th year performing at the Colonial. New principal conductor David Diggs said he has decided to perform music from composer John Philip Sousa, but not his famous marches.  Housing Event in Pittsfield Highlights Need for More UnitsBerkshire County needs nearly 2,000 housing units to meet demand, and housing advocates are urging the construction of housing for multiple income levels to meet it. Pittsfield Municipal Election PreviewVoters will elect a city clerk, six School Committee members, four at-large city councilors, and seven ward councilors on Tuesday. MassDOT: Lee Drainage Repairs on I-90 WestboundShoulder closure will be in effect Wednesday, November 5, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  North Adams to Vote New Government on TuesdayUp for election are mayor, all nine City Council seats and three School Committee seats. Also on the ballot are two seats representing the city in the Northern Berkshire Vocational Regional School District (McCann School Committee). North Adams Opens the Holiday Season with Tree InstallationOnce both trees are secure, Meranti will spend the time between now and Thanksgiving stringing the lights. Hoosac Valley High School John and Abigail Adams Scholarship Award WinnersThe John and Abigail Adams Scholarship is a merit-based program that provides a credit toward tuition for up to eight semesters of undergraduate education at a Massachusetts state college or university.  Clark Art, Images Host Screening of 'The Hitch-Hiker'This program takes place in the Clark's Manton Research Center auditorium.  Bidwell House Concert: What a Glorious Crash They MadeThe concert will be held on Nov. 7, at 5 p.m. MountainOne 10th Annual Thankful 5KMountainOne Thankful 5K Launches Fundraising for local food pantries in the Berkshires  Pontoosuc Lake Shoreline Access Plan Tabled for RevisionsThe Conservation Commission has requested another plan to improve access on the south shoreline of Pontoosuc Lake while stabilizing the bank. Pittsfield Health Officials Eye Camping Ordinance AlternativeThe Board of Health plans to present recommendations around public camping in February.  Boys and Girls Club Gets Crown in Program's 15th Straight WinThe Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires defeated Dalton in the Senior Division Championship Game of the Berkshire County Youth Football League, 30-0, on Sunday.  Dalton Juniors Complete Undefeated Season with County TitleThe Dalton Juniors completed a perfect season in the Berkshire County Youth Football League with a 24-14 win over Adams-Cheshire on Sunday.  Veteran Spotlight: Army Col. Michael HynesMichael Hynes served his country with pride and distinction in the Army for 32 years from 1980 to 2012, retiring as a colonel. |
| More Stories |
