| Berkshire Towns Can Tap State Seasonal Communities Resources
BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey announced that 18 additional municipalities across Massachusetts have been designated as Seasonal Communities, opening up new tools, support and grant funding to help them manage seasonal housing pressures.
Created as part of the historic Affordable Homes Act signed into law by Governor |
| Bill Sturgeon's 'Morning Drive' Finale Set for Jan. 6
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — WTBR-FM, Pittsfield Community Radio, will broadcast a special live "Morning Drive" radio program on Tuesday, Jan. 6, at 7:30 a.m. to celebrate seven years on the air at the Pittsfield Community Television facility.
The station moved to PCTV from Taconic High School in 2018 and had its inaugural |
| Central Berkshire Navigating AI in Education
DALTON, Mass. — The Central Berkshire Regional School District is researching artificial intelligence in education to inform future policy and practice.
"Our ultimate goal is to at least to have some common expectations that we can rally around first," Assistant Superintendent Aaron Robb said at December's |
 | Pittsfield Commission OKs Demo of Multifamilies
The city was hoping to have this blighted house on Fourth Street demolished by year's end.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Disrepaired houses at 154 Francis Ave. and 224 Fourth St. will be demolished as part of the city's yearly efforts to address condemned properties.
The Historical Commission earlier this month |
 | New Camp Is Safe Place for Children Suffering Loss to Addiction
Last year's Happy Campers courtesy of Max Tabakin.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A new camp is offering a safe place for children who have lost a parent or guardian to addiction.
Director Gayle Saks founded the nonprofit "Camp Happy Place" last year. The first camp was held in June with 14 |
| Friday Front Porch Feature: A Sunny, Charming Home in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Are you looking for a charming home with sun-filled rooms and curb appeal? Then this might be the home for you.
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 100 Northumberland Road.
This house was built in 1900 and has four |
| @theMarket: Santa Is on the Roof
For those who have been wondering whether the Santa Claus Rally would occur this year, it appears that Santa is already on the roof. The stock market gained almost all of this holiday-shortened week on lighter volume. Can we expect the same next week?
Normally, investors can expect gains of 1-2 percent between now and the end of |
 | Pittsfield Cannabis Cultivator Plans Dispensary
PITTSFIELD. Mass. — A cannabis cultivator and manufacturer has opted to sell its products on site in Downing Parkway.
The Zoning Board of Appeals this month approved a special permit for J-B.A.M. Inc. to operate a dispensary out of its existing grow facility. There will only be changes to the interior of 71 Downing Parkway, as |
 | Pittsfield Christmas Tree Pickup Schedule
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Sure, it's only the day after Christmas, but you do have to figure out how long to keep that tree up.
If you have an artificial one, take your time. If you have a real one, you can have it hauled away in the New Year if you live in Pittsfield.
Casella will be picking up |
| Dalton Officials Work to Improve E-Bike Safety
DALTON, Mass. — The warmer months have come to an end but town officials are exploring how to ensure safety with the rise of electric bikes for next season.
According to an incident breakdown provided by the Police Department, between the beginning of July and the end of November, there were 33 complaints regarding |
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