 Two Dead in Fatal North Adams FireTwo people died in Monday morning's fire on Francis Avenue. Habitat For Humanity Holiday Match ChallengeEvery gift made during this year's Home for the Holidays campaign will go twice as far in helping local families build strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. Santa Will Be Calling Pittsfield Children This Holiday SeasonSanta and Mrs. Claus will be calling Pittsfield children to ask them what they want for Christmas. Winterlights Returns for the Holidays at NaumkeagTickets are on sale now.  Vadnais CRL Documentary in StamfordThe program, sponsored by the Stamford Community Library, chronicles the origin and growth of the Center for Resourceful Living, 1975-80, at then North Adams State College (now Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts). Berkshire Communities Awarded Recycling and Waste Reduction GrantsSupports 280 Municipal and Regional Programs Across Massachusetts  BRPC Forms Search Committee to Replace Retiring DirectorThe Berkshire Regional Planning Commission will be seeking a new executive director as Thomas Matuszko plans to retire in March.  Stairs Proposed to Increase Access on Pontoosuc Lake ShorelineThe city plans to ensure access along the south shoreline of Pontoosuc Lake Park with stairs funded by the Community Preservation Act. Pittsfield Schools Falling Behind on AttendancePittsfield Public Schools' "scary" attendance rates fall below the state average, and the district is trying to determine the root causes so they can be addressed. Williamstown's READI Committee Talks About Town Budget PrioritiesThe town's diversity committee last week discussed how it might advocate for directing more municipal spending toward social services. Market 32, Price Chopper Donate to St. Peter's Hospital ALS Regional CenterFunds raised at annual trade partner golf outing brings cumulative total to over $1 million  Pittsfield Zoning Board OKs Bousquet CampgroundThe Zoning Board of Appeals has approved special permits for Bousquet's year-round micro cabin and RV lodging proposal. State Receives Perfect Score Three Years in a Row from Federal Pipeline Safety AgencyThe performance of the DPU's Pipeline Safety Division has improved dramatically since the Merrimack Valley incident Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity Reopens Homeownership OpportunityFamilies who previously began the process are encouraged to complete their paperwork, and new applicants are welcome to start by calling the Homebuyer Services Team North Berkshire Secondary Schools Study Group Hones RFP to Find ConsultantThe Northern Berkshire Secondary Sustainability task force Tuesday finalized the objectives it wants addressed in a study it plans to commission this winter.  Hoosac Valley Recognizes Award-Winning EducatorsHoosac Valley Regional School District officials have made a point of recognizing the achievements of their students at School Committee meetings — but on Monday, it was the instructors' turn. Cheshire Community House Boilers to Be RepairedThe aging boilers in the Community House will be repaired until a new system can be completed. Dalton Cultural Council Starts Review of Grant ApplicationsFor many of the councilors, this is the first time selecting grant winners for this program. The committee is filled with new members, with Ferrell being the only member from last year. Eversource: Know the Signs of Utility Imposter ScamsEvery day, electric, water, and natural gas customers throughout the country are being targeted by impostor utility scams. Williams College to Donate Kitchen Equipment to North Adams AirportThe vacant restaurant space in Harriman & West Airport's administration building will finally get some equipment.  Lanesborough Elementary Earns National Award for Academic GrowthLanesborough Elementary School's hard work culminated in the commonwealth’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education naming LES a National Elementary and Secondary Education Distinguished School. MassWildlife: Autumn UnderwaterFall's arrival sparks a quiet transformation beneath the surface of lakes, ponds, and rivers.  McCann Tea Room Provides Real World Culinary ExperienceCulinary students at McCann Technical School are serving up delicious meals for the community while learning essential skills.  North Adams Emergency Services Collecting Toys for Local ChildrenThe annual Emergency Service Toy Drive will be accepting new, unwrapped toys for needy families from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. March For The Food Bank To Be Held In PittsfieldThe Berkshire Mini-March begins at 9:30 a.m. at Hot Plate Brewing in downtown Pittsfield. |
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