| Dalton Cultural Council Tentatively Approves Grant Applications
DALTON, Mass. — The Cultural Council tentatively approved partially funding various grant applications for local events and initiatives during its meeting on Monday.
The council's priorities are improving residents' quality of life by promoting access, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities, and |
| Pittsfield Council Meets for 3 Minutes
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The City Council had what is likely to be its shortest meeting to date.
On Tuesday, councilors met for three minutes in Room 203. Before even getting settled into their seats, the 8-item agenda was completed.
Two sizable grants were accepted: $73,147.00 from the Massachusetts lnterlocal Insurance Association |
 | Pittsfield Commission OKs Former CYC Demolition
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Against wishes for preservation, the former Catholic Youth Center is set to be demolished.
The Historical Commission begrudgingly withdrew a one-year demolition delay on the Melville Street property, recognizing that the owners were unwilling to save or sell it.
"Very tough vote," Chair John Dickson |
| Gateway Fiber Internet Service Coming to Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Ultra-high-speed fiber internet provider Gateway Fiber is bringing new internet service to residents and businesses in Pittsfield.
The new 100 percent fiber-optic network will be faster and more reliable than traditional cable and telephone-based internet, representing the company's continuing |
 | Trick-or-Treat, Halloween Events 2024
Halloween falls on a Thursday this year. Some communities may hold their trick-or-treating hours this weekend, ahead of the holiday. Check back as the holiday approaches for what your town is doing.
If you are going door to door, remember to dress appropriately, carry a flashlight and only visit homes with lights on in your |
 | Opioid Summit Highlights Collaboration, Stigma Breaking
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Combating the opioid crisis depends on collaboration and smashing the stigma around substance use disorder, local agencies say.
The Berkshire County District Attorney's Office held a summit at the Berkshire Innovation Center on Monday titled "Breaking Barriers to Support Recovery, Re-Entry and Reduce |
| Longtime Pittsfield Police Officer Passes Suddenly
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Police Department is mourning the sudden loss of a longtime officer.
Chief Thomas Dawley announced the unexpected death of Officer Michael Silver "with great sadness" on Monday. Silver worked for the department for more than 15 years and is remembered as a highly respected member of the |
 | Pittsfield ConCom OKs Bel Air Dam Removal
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Local approval for the $20 million removal of the Bel Air Dam has been secured.
On Thursday, the Conservation Commission issued an order of conditions for the state Department of Conservation and Recreation's Office of Dam Safety to demolish the nearly 200-year-old structure and restore the natural stream |
| Dalton Seeks Clarity from DOR on EV Charger Taxation
DALTON, Mass. — The two electric vehicle charging stations at the Community Recreation Association have been delayed in energizing to clarify whether the town needs to tax consumers.
As a municipality, the town does not pay taxes on its services. However, some states require charging a tax on electricity usage, Green |
 | Pittsfield Housing Trust Awards $860K in APRA Funds
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Affordable Housing Trust awarded more than $860,000 in ARPA monies to three projects it felt pushed the needle on the city's affordability and availability crisis.
With an end-of-year deadline, the trust recommended three projects for funding, and extra American Rescue Plan Act monies were allocated to |
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