 | Abutters Say Proprietor's Lodge Dock Proposal is Unsafe
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Residents continue to speak against a proposed dock at Proprietor's Lodge, citing the project as a public safety issue.
The Conservation Commission again continued a notice of intent application for a 12-slip private, seasonal dock at the lakefront restaurant. A NOI for an identical project was denied by |
| Mold Found in Wahconah High Auditorium
DALTON, Mass. — The Central Berkshire Regional School District is investigating what has caused penicillium, a type of mold, to grow on the walls of Wahconah Regional High School's auditorium.
The district filed a claim with its insurance company and anticipated the mold would be completely remediated by the |
 | 18 Degrees Recognizes Connection Program Successes
Stephanie Steed, CEO and president of 18 Degrees, says the program affords support for youth and young adults to navigate life's complexities.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Ten young people were recognized for overcoming adversity and achieving goals with the help of programs through 18 Degrees.
Beaming with pride |
| BHS Hospitals Recognized With Awards
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Medical Center and Fairview Hospital have received nine American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines achievement awards for demonstrating Commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery |
 | Dalton Police Station and Hall Maintenance Update
DALTON, Mass. — The asbestos in the police station bathroom next to dispatch has been abated.
Building and Grounds Superintendent Jeff Burch updated the board during the Select Board meeting on Monday on the work being done to improve the conditions of the Town Hall basement where the police station is |
| Greylock Welcomed Families For Youth Week 2024
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union celebrated Youth Week 2024 with a kick-off event at its Community Empowerment Center (CEC) and week-long festivities throughout all of its branches Aug. 5 through 10.
"For us at Greylock, we recognize and understand that financial wellness isn't a one-and-done |
| Pittsfield Officer Helps Occupants Flee Early A.M. Fire
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Fire Department is crediting a patrol officer in saving the occupants of a Third Street home from a fire.
The blaze was reported at 1 a.m. on Saturday when a police officer on patrol noted smoke coming out of 11-13 Third St. The officer woke up the tenants and was evacuating them as |
| Pittsfield Goes Back to School With Tighter Cell Phone Policy
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The School Committee has tightened the district's cell phone regulations but some recognize that it may not be enough.
On Wednesday, a revised policy was passed that holds students' phones in the main office on a second infraction. By the fourth, the student is assigned Restorative In-School |
| Massachusetts Unemployment and Job Estimates for July 2024
BOSTON, Mass. — The Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development announced the state's July total unemployment rate was 3.5 percent, a 0.3 percentage point increase from the revised June estimate of 3.2 percent.
The Massachusetts unemployment rate was 0.8 percentage points lower than the national rate of 4.3 percent |
 | Wahconah Park Restoration Advancing With Support From Parks Commission
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — While there are some unknowns, the restoration of Wahconah Park is advancing.
On Tuesday, the Parks Commission supported a move toward the project's development and design phase. Mayor Peter Marchetti has received a final report from the Wahconah Park Restoration Committee recommending a $28.4 million |
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