 Williamstown Health Board Talks Smoking at Senior ApartmentsThe Board of Health on Tuesday discussed how to address reports of smoking inside the senior apartments at Proprietor's Field and Highland Woods.  North Adams Council Hears About Water System Status, UpgradesThe update had been requested by Councilor Andrew Fitch, after hearing concerns from residents about the quality of the water, a perceived lack of information, and the statewide drought. Drinking Water Advocates Applaud Well Water BillMore than half a million Massachusetts residents — located heavily in rural areas but also in all 351 cities and towns — rely on private wells for their drinking water.  Dalton Water Chief Says Lead in Lines UnlikelySome residents received an "alarming" notice from the Water Department about the possibility of lead pipes or solder in some homes, but officials assured them not to worry.  Lanesborough Village Fire/Water Receives $1M State BoostThe Fire and Water District received a $1 million boost from the state for a new drinking water well on Bull Hill Road.  Williamstown Board Opts for Signage Over Pub ClosureThe Board of Health on Monday voted unanimously not to revoke the license of a South Williamstown restaurant that has been operating under a boil water order from the Department of Environmental Protection since December. |
