 Weekend Outlook: The Play's the ThingCheck out all the events happening this weekend, including plays, pancakes and great music. Find all the craft fairs and bazaars happening here.  MassDOT: Daytime Construction Operations on I-90Lane closures in place during various hours Monday, Nov. 24, and Tuesday, Nov. 25 BArT Seniors Recognized with John and Abigail Adams ScholarshipThe John and Abigail Adams Scholarship provides a tuition credit for up to eight semesters of undergraduate education at any Massachusetts state college or university. Clarksburg Cautious on Accepting Briggsville Water GrantsThe town has hired a new accountant and received funds to continue work on Middle Road, but it's taking cautious steps regarding grants for the Briggsville Water District.  Berkshire Concrete Special Permit Hearing ContinuedBerkshire Concrete needs to provide more updated, accurate, and clear plans for the Planning Board members to feel comfortable approving its special permit. Charles Redd Recognized as 'Community Star' on National Rural Health DayThis honor is awarded by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) to recognize outstanding contributions to rural health care. Crane Fund Donates to Local OranizationsThe Crane Fund for Widows and Children has donated funding to 92 organizations around the globe, some in Berkshire County. Adams Police Finally Outfitted with Body CamerasHe said the cameras have been in circulation, but now all officers are mandated to wear them. BArT Announces First Quarter Honor RollBArT Charter Public School has announced the students who made the honor roll for the first quarter of the 2025-2026 school year.  Berkshire Art Association 10x10 Real Art Party Call for ArtIn collaboration with the Clock Tower Artists and the City of Pittsfield's 10x10 Festival in February, the BAA welcomes submissions from artists from the Berkshires and beyond. Pittsfield Seeks Proposals for Human Services FundingFunding is for the program year beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.  Ice Skating Rink Moved to Wahconah ParkThis will go before the Conservation Commission on Thursday, as the area staged for the ice rink is in a floodplain. Greylock School Project Goes Out to BidOfficials expect to have bids on the $65 million Greylock School project in hand by the end of January. Teen Arrested for Possessing Gun, Breaking Into CarsPolice have arrested a 13-year-old for breaking and entering with a stolen, loaded firearm. Companion Corner: Blake at Second Chance Animal ShelteriBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.  Donald C. McGraw Foundation Makes $1M Leadership Gift to Fairview HospitalThis gift continues the decades-long partnership with The Donald C. McGraw Foundation in support of Fairview Hospital.  Berkshire Agricultural Ventures Hires New Development DirectorAt BAV, Moriarty leads a multi-pronged fundraising effort, including cultivating and stewarding individual donors, orchestrating donor events, and overseeing BAV's grant portfolio of private and corporate foundations.  Motorama Distributes More than $10K to Local OrganizationsMotorama donated more than $10,000 in grants to a dozen charities and nonprofit organizations this year. It's the largest amount the car show has donated to date. Williamstown Projects Awarded $835K in State FundingCommunity and cultural investments advance Main Street redesign and local destinations  Cain Hibbard to Merge with Bulkley Richardson and GelinasCain Hibbard, a firm with a history in Berkshire County, has offices in Pittsfield and Great Barrington. Pittsfield Calls for Snow Angel Program VolunteersEach winter, many senior residents and individuals with disabilities reach out requesting assistance with snow removal.  State Housing Secretary Hears Struggles, Opportunities in Southern BerkshireState Secretary of Housing Edward Augustus visited Berkshire County on Tuesday to hear about the region's needs and see opportunities for adding more units. Lanesborough Considers Partnership for Opioid Settlement FundsBRPC's Andy Ottoson, who facilitates the countywide Berkshire Overdose and Addiction Preventing Collaborative, explained that the funds have to be used toward opioid specific supports and youth substance prevention. Cheshire Police Chief on Unpaid Leave Following ArrestThe town's police chief, Michael Alibozek, was placed on unpaid leave Friday after being arrested the week before on charges of soliciting sex for a fee.  Opening of Ultimate Body Factory Longtime Dream of OwnersTheir dreams are coming true with the opening of the Ultimate Body Factory on Monday, Dec. 1, at 5 Cheshire Road. |
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