Williamstown Nomination Papers, Dog Licenses Available

Print Story | Email Story
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Nomination papers for elected offices in the Town of Williamstown are available in the Town Clerk's office as of Feb. 3, 2025. 
 
Offices on the May 13, 2025 Annual Town Election ballot will be 3 Select Board seats, 2 are three year terms, and 1 is one year remaining of a 3 year term, 1 three year Moderator seat, 5 Library Trustee seats, 4 are three year terms and 1 is one year remaining of a 3 year term, 1 Housing Authority seat, for a five year term, 1 Northern Berkshire Vocational Regional School District seat, a three year term and 1 Planning Board seat, for a five year term.
 
Candidates seeking to run for office must stop by Town Clerk, Nicole Beverly's Office to pick up nomination papers. Thirty (30) signatures are required. All signatures must be ink signatures, no electronic signatures are allowed.
 
Completed nomination papers must be returned to the Board of Registrars for certification no later than Tuesday, March 25, 2025. 
 
Questions regarding running for town office can be addressed by reaching out to the Town Clerk's Office at nbeverly@williamstownma.gov or 413-458-3500 Ext. 101.
 
Also, 2025 dog licenses are now available. The current fees are $5.00 for spayed/neutered dogs and $12.00 for all others. Dog licenses must be renewed by March 31, 2025.
 
Dog licenses can now be purchased online via the Town's website: https://williamstownma.viewpointcloud.com/ . Once on the page, scroll down to "Town Clerk Licenses." You may pay online or send in/drop off a check.
 
Regardless of how you would like to pay, you still should complete the licensing process online. Your dog tag(s) will be mailed to you once completed. You will need to create a login if you do not have one for Viewpoint.
 
There are detailed instructions on the website to help with learning the process https://williamstownma.gov/government/documents/.
 
Failure to renew your license will result in a late fee of $10.00.
 
It is a requirement that all dog owners must provide proof of a current rabies vaccination to obtain their dog license. You will be able to upload your rabies certificate directly to the online portal. If you don't have a scanner, taking a picture with your phone works too.
 
Residents who have questions regarding dog licenses should email or call the Town Clerk's office at nbeverly@williamstownma.gov or 458-3500 Ext. 101.

Tags: dogs,   election,   

If you would like to contribute information on this article, contact us at info@iberkshires.com.

National Grid Hosts Customer Assistance Events In The Berkshires

WALTHAM, Mass. — National Grid will hold a series of in-person Customer Assistance Events this December. 
 
As colder weather sets in, these events are designed to help customers manage winter energy bills and explore cost-saving programs.
 
In Berkshire County:
  • Dec. 4 – Town Library, Williamstown, 4:00pm – 8:00pm, 1095 Main Street, Williamstown
  • Dec. 5 – National Grid Great Barrington Office, 11:00am – 2:00pm, 927 South Main Street, Great Barrington
  • Dec. 5 – Sheffield Bushnell-Sage Library, 5:00pm – 8:00pm, 97 Main Street, Sheffield
Many of these events will continue to take place at local senior centers, making it convenient for older residents to access personalized assistance. Attendees at any location will have direct access to National Grid Customer Service Specialists, who can provide personalized guidance on payment options and energy solutions to meet each household's needs.
 
"As December begins, customers still have opportunities to find support and manage energy costs," said Bill Malee, chief customer officer, National Grid. "We're proud to host many of these events at local senior centers, ensuring customers have easy access to the support they need. Our in-person events are a great way for customers to connect with our team, learn about flexible payment options, and discover energy-saving programs that can help make a real difference this season."
 
Customers attending in-person events will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from National Grid, who will be on-site to assist with billing issues and provide information on:
  • Enrolling in National Grid's new Payment Assistance Bundle
  • Enrolling in Budget Billing
  • Enrolling in the Energy Discount Rate (for qualifying customers)
  • Scheduling home energy assessments and sharing information on other energy efficiency opportunities for homes or businesses 
These events are part of National Grid's broader commitment to affordability and reliability. Customers can also access support by calling 1-800-233-5325.
 
National Grid customers can now sign up for a new Payment Assistance Bundle. The bundle combines three solutions to make it easier for managing energy costs and paying down past due amounts over a 12-month period.
  • Deferred Payment Agreement: Spread out past-due balance into future monthly payments.
  • Automatic Monthly Payments: Automatically deduct payments from your bank account each month and avoid missing due dates.
  • Budget Plan: Break down annual energy costs into balanced monthly payments, making it easier to budget and plan expenses.
Customers interested in enrolling in the Payment Assistance Bundle can do so online by visiting ngrid.com/hereforyou, at an in-person event, or by calling 1-800-233-5325.
View Full Story

More Williamstown Stories