 Tom Bernard Appointed to Mass Cultural CouncilBernard, the former Mayor of North Adams, Nonprofit Executive to represent Berkshire County on Governing Board Lanesborough Police Chief Stresses Need for ResourcesPolice Chief Robert Derksen, citing a week of incidents, emphasized the need for law enforcement resources.  Pittsfield Designates Lower, Upper Middle Schools in Grade RestructureThe School Committee has voted that Herberg will house Grades 5-6 and Reid will be home to Grades 7-8 when the middle schools restructure.  Pittsfield Firefighters Knock Down House FireFirefighters were able to knock down a blaze in an unoccupied house at 58 Valentine Road on Wednesday. Vermont Mountaineers Top SteepleCatsDavid Alvarez went 2-for-3 Wednesday to lead the Vermont Mountaineers to a 5-2 win over North Adams in the New England Collegiate Baseball League. North Adams Legion Baseball Juniors Fall at WestfieldDaniel Romanelli Wednesday doubled in a pair of runs to lead the Westfield Post 124 Juniors to a 10-3 American Legion Baseball Western Massachusetts playoff win over North Adams Post 125.  North Adams Starbucks Development Hits 'Pause' ButtonThe corner of Union and Eagle streets will be bare for a while longer as construction hits pause on a retail development that is to include Starbucks.  Companion Corner: Asta at the Berkshire Humane SocietyThere's a shy cat at Berkshire Humane Society looking for patient owners.  The Classical Beat: Late July is High Season for Tanglewood, SevenarsClassical favorites and the Contemporary Music Festival at Tanglewood, and quintets at Sevenars showcase musical excellence  The Bidwell House Museum: Plan, Form and ConstructionThe talk will be held on July 26 at 11 am at the Bidwell House Museam.  Deadline Approaching for North Adams ElectionThe deadline is fast approaching to get nomination papers in for the city election in November. Pittsfield Police Investigating Shooting on Dalton Ave.Police are investigating a shooting on Tuesday night that left one person injured.  New Secondhand Clothing Store Opens in LeeFriperie Berkshires opened July 3 in the former storage space of the now closed Karen Keenan Gifts.  HooWRA: Poetry in MotionMeet at the Bellows South Trailhead parking area in Greylock Glen, Adams on Saturday July 26, at 9:30am. MassDOT: Otis, Standisfield Temporary Closure of Route 8Closure expected to remain in place until repairs are completed  Federal Cuts That Will Hit Your Wallet, Your Workplace, & Your CommunityIf you think these programs don't affect you, think again.  Clark Art: Art in ConversationThis summer, the Clark Art Institute presents a free series of interactive Friday discussions, Art in Conversation.  Clark Art Presents Discussion on Ground/work SculptureIn these events, through guided conversation and reflection, participants consider how each artist's work is in active dialogue with the Clark's natural environment. McCann Hopes Students Can Make ADA-Mandated Building ChangesMcCann Technical School wants to use a necessary renovation as a teachable moment for its students.  Adams ZBA OKs More Housing Units for Former Community CenterThe transformation of the former community center into housing will include four more units. SteepleCats Split Double-Header at HomeTristan Helmick threw six shutout innings Tuesday to lead the North Adams SteepleCats to a 4-0 win over Upper Valley and a double-header split in the New England Collegiate Baseball League. Man Charged in Pittsfield Fire That Killed CatA 23-year-old man has been charged for an early morning structure fire that killed a family cat.  Gateway Fiber Begins Expansion to PittsfieldResidents will have more competition for internet service with a new provider coming to the city. State Launches Two Initiatives to Attract BusinessesThe Healey-Driscoll administration has launched two initiatives to strengthen Massachusetts' position as a top destination for businesses.  'Choose your Subaru' Fundraiser Benefits Berkshire Humane SocietyThe Berkshire Humane Society has kicked off its 13th annual "Choose your Subaru" car raffle with Haddad Subaru. |
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