 County Marks Child Abuse Prevention Month at Pittsfield City HallSixty-five pairs of children's shoes were lined up on the City Hall steps to signify the number of confirmed child abuse and neglect cases in Berkshire County every month in 2025.  Berkshire Real Estate Shows Mixed First QuarterThe first quarter of 2026 reinforced something we say often when discussing housing trends, especially in Berkshire County: all real estate is local.  Williams Community Chest Looking Forward to CentennialThe 100th annual meeting will be held on March 10, 2027, the Community Chest's birthday (there will be cake, he promised) and a gala will be held at the Clark Art Institute on Sept. 25, 2027.  Youth For The Future: Adwita ArunkumarWilliams Elementary School fourth-grader Adwita Arunkumar has been selected as our April Youth for the Future for her mentoring of a younger child.  Nursing, Wellness Dean Is Keynote Speaker at BCC CommencementBerkshire Community College has selected Dean of Nursing, Health and Wellness Lori Moon as the keynote speaker for commencement exercises sy 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 29, at Tanglewood in Lenox.  Holiday Hours: Patriots DayMonday, April 20, is Patriots Day, a state holiday marking the anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord that began the American Revolution. The day is celebrated on the third Monday in April.  Local Cheer Teams Celebrate Successful SeasonThe gymnasium of the Boys and Girls Club was full of laughter, music, dancing, and cheer as multiple generations celebrated the hard work of 413 Cheer and Taconic High School cheerleaders with a fundraiser and showcase.  Friday Front Porch Feature: A North Adams Turnkey HomeOur Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 74 Washington Ave. With Tears, Pittsfield Officials Vote to Close MorningsideThe School Committee on Wednesday made an emotional vote to close Morningside Community School at the end of the academic year.  Weekend Outlook: Jazzy DaysCelebrate jazz this week in Pittsfield with events and concerts. Adams Applies for CDBG Grant to Address BlightThe town continues its efforts to address blight in the community by applying for funds through the Community Development Block Grant, as it has done years prior.  North Adams Glamping Project Teams With Luxury Resort for New ApprovalsOn Monday, developer Benjamin Crespi of 196 Marine LLC, was back before the Planning Board with a dramatically different proposal: 49 two-bedroom tourists cabins with a restaurant and recreational amenities. Williamstown Select Board Makes Recommendations on Town Meeting ArticlesThe Select Board on Monday recommended town meeting pass all but one of the 32 articles on the warrant for the May 19 session.  Companion Corner: Bella 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.  Williams College Lone Suitor for Development of Water Street LotThe college was the lone respondent to the town's request for proposals to purchase and develop 59 Water St.  Cheshire Debates Transfer Station Blue-Bag AbundanceThe town is trying to remedy the transfer stations pay-as-you-throw model as the trash tonnage per permit is significantly higher than what it is supposed to be because of an abundance of blue bags last purchased in 2021. McCann Third Quarter Honor RollThe McCann third quarter honor roll.  Lanesborough Seeks Advice on Ambulance ServiceThe Select Board queried emergency medical service officials on Monday about the challenges for the town ambulance.  Pittsfield School Committee Votes to Close MorningsideOver the last month or so, the district has considered whether to retire the open concept, community school at the end of the school year.  North Adams Council OKs Funds for Ashland Street Project EasementsThe City Council on Tuesday approved an appropriation of $256,635 from the Land Sales Account for easements and takings related to the Ashland Street project.  Adams Youngster Wins Fencing Title in VermontAdams resident Gene Baker placed first at the Vermont Fencing Alliance's 31st annual Middlebury Classic over the weekend. BCC Gets EV Chargers Through State GrantOn Tuesday, the college highlighted this "step towards technological modernization" that was made possible by a $133,000 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources. Mount Greylock District Aims to Provide Healthier FoodsThe co-chair of the district's Wellness Committee gave a report to the School Committee at its Thursday meeting, outlining the wellness group's priorities for the year ahead. Pittsfield School Building Committee OKs PHS Statement of InterestPittsfield High, the city's oldest school, will be the subject of the next funding request to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. North Adams Housing Trust Building Foundation for FutureThe newly established Affordable Housing Trust has spent its first meetings determining its mission, objectives and resources. |
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