| State Fire Marshal: Daylight Saving Time Reminder
STOW, Mass. —With daylight saving time beginning on March 9, Massachusetts fire officials are reminding residents to check their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms when they change their clocks.
"Working smoke and CO alarms are your family's first line of defense against an emergency at home," said State Fire Marshal |
 | Lenox Fire Douses Garage Blaze, Cause Under Investigation
LENOX, Mass. — Firefighters made swift work of a garage fire that could have turned into a conflagration on Friday morning.
The report of smoke in the area of 5 Crystal St. came in at 10:51 a.m. According scanner reports, the owner alerted authorities that the fire was in a garage behind the home and at least 20 |
| Pittsfield Awarded Grant to Plant Native Shade Trees
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded the City of Pittsfield $68,500 through the Cooling Corridors program.
"Investing in green spaces is vital for the health and well-being of our residents," said Governor Maura Healey. "By planting trees and creating more parks, we ensure |
| Stearns Staff Accused of Using Bathroom to 'De-Escalate' Students
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Several Stearns Elementary School staff were put on leave at the end of February for allegations of using a bathroom to "de-escalate" students.
A report was filed with the state Department of Children and Families and separate investigations are being conducted by DCF and the Pittsfield Public |
 | Art in the Berkshires Juried Arts & Crafts Show
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Art in the Berkshires (ArtintheBerkshires.com) invites artists from across the region to participate in its annual Juried Arts & Crafts Show.
This event celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship of local artists and artisans. The art show will be held at the Eastover Contemporary Art Space |
| BCC to Hold Workforce CompTIA Security Certification Virtual Trainings
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College's Workforce and Community Education department will hold a CompTIA Security-plus Certification virtual training beginning on March 31.
The 13-week training will occur online on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and run through June 25. Scholarships are available for |
 | Berkshire Pipe & Tobacco Sees License Suspension
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — After repeat violations, a longtime Tyler Street retailer cannot sell tobacco until the end of the year.
On Wednesday, the Board of Health voted to suspend Berkshire Pipe and Tobacco's license until Dec. 11. The store has paid $4,300 in fines for selling flavored products, missing signage for blunt wraps, |
 | Love of T Showcases Community at Gala
The event featured dining, raffles and an auction. Some $35,000 was raised to aid the peer-mentoring organization. See more photos here.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The non-profit Love of T celebrated its ever-growing community and raised funds to continue its mission during its "Dance the Blues Away" gala on |
| The Retired Investor: Government Shutdown Looms Large
It is getting to be a regular occurrence. The U.S. Treasury runs out of money and warns Congress that they need more. Politicians on both sides strut and crow but delay until the 11th hour only to pass another "continuing resolution" for a few months. Will it ever end?
Exactly what is a continuing resolution (CR)? They |
 | Co-op Bank Promotes Vice President, Commercial Lending
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) announced the promotion of Sierra King Watson to Vice President, Commercial Lending.
In her new commercial role, Watson will spearhead efforts to support local businesses, delivering tailored business banking and lending solutions to help foster growth and |
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