 Weekend Outlook: Lee's Founder Weekend and MoreCheck out the vents happening in the Berkshires this weekend including festivals, train rides, and more. North Adams Seeking Christmas Trees for the HolidaysThe City of North Adams is currently seeking the donation of two large Christmas trees, ranging from 25 to 30 feet in height.  Letter: That's Who We Are, AdamsOur community is not defined by naysayers, keyboard warriors, problem creators, or those who seem intent on finding fault with every effort.  Letter: Thank you, 1st Berkshire District!While I was certainly hoping to win this race, I can say with complete confidence that my team and I worked our tails off and ran a positive, forward-thinking campaign. Hoosac Valley School Committee Holds First Meeting of Academic YearThe committee heard that memorials on the middle-high school campus are being considered to recognize 2026 graduate Jayquan Williams. The district is planning to let his family and students be part of the process in deciding how to honor Williams. Pittsfield Wants People to Know Where Free Public Wifi IsThe Parks Commission approved "Free Wifi" signage at The Common, Riverway Park, and Durant Park.  Score! Pittsfield's 'Mini-Pitch' is Ready for GoalsFueling excitement around the World Cup, U.S. Soccer worked with the Massachusetts Youth Soccer League to make these facilities available to 20 communities Companion Corner: Guinea Pigs at Berkshire Humane SocietyThe shelter has six guinea pigs that are about a month old. They are each named after a rock: Slate, Lava, Igneous, Pumice, Granite, Limestone. Dalton Board of Health Updates Food Permit Fee SystemThe board of health approved a new permitting system that shifts away from a flat fee to a categorized system that uses the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's risk-based food establishment categories. Haddad Auto Group Sponsors Strong Little Souls Family Funday, Golf BenefitThe fourth annual Strong Little Souls Family Funday brought more than 30 families affected by pediatric cancer together this year for a day filled with laughter, connection and memories at the Cottage Farm of the Berkshires, owned by George and Sheri Haddad.  John Rubinstein on 'Eisenhower,' Trump, Fosse, Sondheim & Williamstown Theatre FestivalRubinstein, who turns 80 in December, has been crisscrossing the country, doing the show for the past four years: "I can't wait to do it again and again and again," he said. "It's one of the great crowning pieces of luck of my career."  Steel Structure Completed, Roof Taking Shape at New Greylock SchoolHe said a lot of the masonry block and steel framing on the exteriors should be close to completion by the next meeting. Also, a binder course of asphalt should be down by the first week in October, which should help reduce the dirt and mud coming off the site. North Adams Seeks to Keep Airport Manager as Hewison Contract EndsHewison Aviation's contract with the city ends at the end of September. Neither the city nor Hewison wants to extend it.  Historic Wahconah Park Grandstand Almost LeveledIf you want to catch a last glimpse of the remaining Wahconah Park grandstand, you need to hurry. Adams Board OKs 3 of 4 Special Town Meeting Warrant ArticlesThe Select Board moved forward the three financial articles of the proposed four warrant articles for the special town meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m. at the Memorial Building. Cheshire Considering Town Cell Phone PolicyThe town is looking into a phone policy after then Police Chief Timothy Garner recently brought the issue up to the Selectmen.  CAT-TV: Tell Your Story in 60 SecondsCAT-TV and GNAT-TV are inviting local filmmakers, students, families, first-time creators and experienced storytellers to take part in the competitive 2026 Shires 1-Minute Film Fest.  Hoosac Tunnel Mural Unveiled at North Adams' Heritage State ParkThe city's newest mural was unveiled Monday evening, followed by a concert at Western Gateway Heritage State Park. Green River Financial to Award $1K in Grants to North County TeachersTeachers may apply beginning Sept. 15, 2026, through Oct. 13, 2026. Williamstown Board Hears Concerns About 'Hometown Heroes' BannersDurocher was before the board Monday evening to seek its blessing to put banners recognizing living and deceased military veterans on utility poles in Williamstown.  Berkshire Vietnam Veterans Receive Long-Awaited Welcome HomeNearly a dozen Vietnam veterans visited Washington, D.C., to visit the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.  PHS Air and Water Quality Within Accepted LevelsReadings were "acceptable" in all tested locations, and there are recommendations for monitoring humidity, replacing equipment, and additional air monitoring when needed. Former Cheshire Police Chief Pleads Guilty to Solicitation, Gets Six Months ProbationAlibozek, 53, was arrested on Nov. 7, 2025, by the Berkshire State Police Detective Unit and assisted by troopers from the Cheshire State Police Barracks. Mausert Block Signage Application on Hold Pending RevisionsThe hearing was continued, with Stenson planning on returning with a more detailed proposal showing exactly how the signage would look.  Letter: Why Dalton Sewer Bills Are IncreasingDalton residents are understandably concerned about the substantial increase in sewer bills. To put this in context, understanding that this increase was the result of a Federal mandate and not a local decision is important. |
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