 Ventfort Hall to Host Galentine's TeaThe cost is $45 per person, and tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable.  Cheshire Mulls Marijuana Consumption BylawThe Board of Selectmen is considering a bylaw covering the public consumption of cannabis. Berkshires Awarded MVP GrantsIn Berkshire County the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC) on behalf of Adams, Lanesborough, North Adams, and Williamstown was awarded $325,000. Monterey was awarded $100,000. Police Called for Conflict at DrurySchool officials say a police presence at Drury High School on Monday morning was related to a "verbal confrontation" between students stemming from an "incident" over the weekend.  Ventfort Hall to Host 'The Astrology of Love and Sex' on Valentine's DayLed by resident astrology and tarot guide Chelsea Gaia, the cabaret-style lecture offers a look at relationship astrology, including synastry, compatibility, and celestial chemistry. Local Production Workers Sought for Crewdson PhotoshootLocal talent is being sought for a production by world-renowned photographer Gregory Crewdson this spring. Berkshire Athenaeum Hires Social WorkerThe Berkshire Athenaeum now has a full-time social worker to meet community members' needs that go beyond books. BArT Announces Second Quarter Honor RollStudents who earned 80 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "Honors." Students who earned 90 percent or above in all of their classes received the distinction of "High Honors." Clark Art Offers School Vacation Week ActivitiesThe Clark's vacation week programming explores themes of imagination, fantasy, and ghostly realities.  Mahaiwe Presents Selected Shorts: Lovers & StrangersJoin as actors including Jane Curtin and Lauren Ambrose perform funny, mysterious, and poignant short stories about love, competing desires, and unexpected encounters. Williamstown CPC Sends Eight of 10 Applicants to Town MeetingThe Community Preservation Committee on Wednesday voted to send eight of the 10 grant applications the town received for fiscal year 2027 to May's annual town meeting. Pittsfield Plans School Transition Activities Ahead of RestructuringAs the district prepares to restructure its middle schools in the fall, administrators are considering transition activities that will best meet the needs of Pittsfield students. Sponsors of Mass Save Open New Round of ApplicationsCommunity Education Grant designed to increase energy efficiency education, literacy, and engagement in cities and towns across Massachusetts Lanesborough to Discuss Short-Term Rental BylawShort-term rentals have been a hot topic in town recently following inconsistency surrounding whether they are permitted; the Planning Board is working to fix that. Dalton Second Historical District Needs Grant Funding for ConsultantEfforts to establish historic districts in the town have spanned several decades, creating confusion about what voters originally approved.  Adams Police Bringing Dated Policies Up to StandardThe Board of Selectmen approved a raft of Police Department policy changes on Wednesday. Great Barrington Academy Participates in HoopfestThe other teams hailed from respected schools throughout the Northeast, including Thrive Charter School, The Patrick School and Great Barrington Academy. The People's Pantry, Construct Awarded Sincere Foundation GrantsSincere Foundation announced that it has awarded $250,000 in new grants to 20 organizations that address basic needs in Massachusetts communities.  Allegrone Company Restores Base of Statue of LibertyAllegrone Companies has ensured that the foundation around one of the nation's most significant monuments to freedom lasts for ages.  Teacher of the Month: Matthew PegorariThe Teacher of the Month series, in collaboration with Berkshire Community College, will feature distinguished teachers nominated by community members. You can nominate a teacher here. Former Aerus Employee Keeps Business GoingWhen Aerus Electrolux — known for selling and servicing vacuums and air purifiers—abruptly closed at the end of December, Tyler Waldron decided to help local customers continue getting serviced by opening Tyler’s Healthy Home. Governor Announces Fire Department GrantsPrograms Will Support Firefighter Safety Equipment and Education for Kids and Seniors Dalton Fire District to Discuss ADU Water Hook-Up RegulationsThe process of amending the Accessory Dwelling Units bylaw to include mobile tiny homes is moving forward, with the Water Department currently drafting related regulations. Pittsfield Ice Rink Now OpenAlthough late in the season, the rink will be open with posted hours from dawn to dusk, but may be closed at times for maintenance of the ice. Reading Olympics Challenge at the Adams Free LibraryParticipants can choose from 25 non-fiction categories and read non-fiction books to earn medals. Each gold medal also earns participants a free book of their choice. |
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