Williamstown Board of Health Endorses Smoking Ban ProposalThe Board of Health on Monday voted to "strongly support" the passage of a town meeting warrant article that would ban smoking in much of the town's multi-family housing stock. Community Shred Day Nets 8,000 Pounds of Shredded, Recycled PaperThrough community donations, a total of $2,475 was raised for the United Way. Renee's Diner to be Featured on America's Best RestaurantsA local diner has been selected as one of America's best restaurants and a camera crew will be rolling in at the end of May. Pagliarulo, Strout Win Seats on Dalton Select BoardAntonio "Tony" Pagliarulo won one of the two seats in the four-way race with 577 votes for the board, outpolling the other three candidates by 107 votes. Coming up second was incumbent Marc Strout with 486. Nearly 5% Budget Increase Proposed For PittsfieldThe city's operating budget and water/sewer rates are on Tuesday's City Council meeting agenda. Literacy Volunteers of Berkshire County to Hold Information Sessions for Prospective TutorsTwo 45-minute sessions will be held at 10:30 AM and 5:30 PM BeatNest Celebrates Grand Opening in New SpaceThis new space is about 10 times bigger than its former space, owner Geoffrey Carter said, and being on North Street provides more visibility. Temporary Closure Announced for Section of Ashuwillticook Rail TrailThe closure will be in effect daily from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. to allow for hazard tree removal work. MassDOT Announces I-90 Lane Closures for Infrastructure WorkThe work will necessitate lane closures at different locations along I-90 during both daytime and overnight hours. Greylock Federal Webinar: Navigating Financial UncertaintyThose interested can attend the live session or register and receive a recording. Adams Mill Fire Investigation Continues, Violations FoundFollowing their examination of the scene, Chief Pansecchi and code compliance officers from the Department of Fire Services identified several violations of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code. Hoosac Student Compiles Data to Better Understand Adams TourismCorey Charron, a senior at Hoosac Valley High School, gave the Selectmen on Wednesday a presentation of data he'd pulled from the center's log books. Pittsfield School Committee Approves Long-Anticipated Teacher ContractThe School Committee last week formally approved a three-year contract with the United Educators of Pittsfield after more than a year of negotiations. Veteran Spotlight: Coast Guard Capt. Robert H. Potter Jr.Robert H. Potter Jr. served his country in the Coast Guard for 29 years from, 1995 to 2024, retiring as a captain and commanding officer of Air Station Cape Cod. New Williamstown Elementary School Principal NamedThe deputy director of academics of a Holyoke charter school will be the new principal of Williamstown Elementary School starting on July 1. Golden Eagle Restaurant in Battle over Toxic Chemicals ThreatThe owners of the Golden Eagle Restaurant say they have been dealing with the negative affects of a gasoline spill that happened decades ago. Purple Cow Watch Co. Keeps Timepieces TickingThe new shop repairs, restores and custom builds watches, including his Purple Valley brand, and sells brand-name timepieces. PCTV To Host Eatza Pizza FundraiserThe event will feature seven of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires. Pittsfield's Park Square Eyed for Historic DistrictCould Pittsfield have a historic district? A local panel will explore the idea. Governor Launches $25 Million Scholarship Program for Behavioral Health Graduate StudentsScholarship applications now open to strengthen behavioral health workforce Katie Doherty Veterans Village Celebrates 5-Year AnniversaryThe village is named after Soldier On consultant Katie Doherty, who has played a crucial role in transforming Soldier On's women's veterans program. Pittsfield Announces Concurrent Street Improvement and Water Flushing SchedulesWater mains citywide will be flushed through hydrants to remove pipeline corrosion products. Flushing will occur Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. from May 12 to May 16. Friday Front Porch Feature: Eco-Friendly in WilliamstownHere's a chance to have a custom home built along the scenic Green River. UPDATE: VSP Identify Victim in Pownal Hit-and-RunState Police are investigating an apparent hit-and-run on Thursday morning that left a pedestrian with life-threatening injuries. @theMarket: Fed waits, Markets Gain While Trump Changes His TuneOne country down, only 194 more to go. |
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