| BCC Wins Grant for New Automatic External Defibrillator
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) is the recipient of a $2,326 grant, funded by the Healey-Driscoll Administration, for the purchase of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) device.
The grant specifically covers a device for use inside one of BCC's security vehicles for easy access when |
 | Pittsfield CPA Committee Funds Half of FY24 Requests
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A few projects are not getting funded by the Community Preservation Committee because of a tight budget.
The projects not making the cut were in the historic preservation and open space and recreation categories and though they were seen as interesting and valuable projects, the urgency was not |
 | Berkshire Art Center's Dance Party Returns
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Berkshire Art Center's annual benefit and dance party is back and happening on Saturday, April 6, at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.
This year's theme is Rococo Raku Revelry.
The event will include special performances with local drag queen, Bella Santarella, and DJ BFG |
| Dalton Committee Seeks Funding for Invasive Species
DALTON, Mass. — The Open Space and Recreation Committee discussed addressing the invasive species at the Pines trailhead during its meeting last week.
There will possibly be a money article on the annual town warrant requesting voters allocate $20,000 from free cash so that the committee can apply for a |
 | PHS Basketball Team Recognized at City Council
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mayor Peter Marchetti recognized the Pittsfield High School basketball team for its class and perseverance after a player was spit on during the state semi-finals.
"I stand before you hoping I wouldn't have to make some remarks like this but feel the need to do so," he said in council chambers on |
| Governor Swears In Youth Advisory Council
BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey swore in the members of her Youth Advisory Council.
Established through an executive order, Council members will advise the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and the entire administration on critical issues impacting Massachusetts, such as civic engagement, education, climate, housing, |
 | Licensing Board OKs Extended Hours for Panchos Post Suspension
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A North Street eatery was rewarded for its compliance after a liquor license suspension in December.
The Licensing Board on Monday gave Pancho's Mexican Restaurant the OK to close one hour later — extending last call to 12:30 p.m. and closing at 1 a.m. There have been no reported incidents since the |
| 'Rent a Backpack' Soon to Start at Dalton Library
DALTON, Mass. — Hikers can soon rent a backpack full of beginner hiking material at the Dalton Free Public Library.
Berkshire Family Hikes founder Taylor Staubach said the endeavor will be launched with a hike of the Pines with the town's Open Space and Recreation Committee.
Staubach is still |
| Pittsfield Mayor Open to Level/Service Funded Budget
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mayor Peter Marchetti won't support the sacrifices a level-funded city budget would entail but is willing to compromise.
Early in the term, the City Council supported a divisive petition requesting a budget that is "close to level-funded" due to concerns about tax increases. This would come with |
| 2024 Citizen Pittsfield Police Academy
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Police Department announced the return of the Citizen Police Academy in 2024.
The academy provides an opportunity for individuals to gain a better understanding of department operations and issues and topics effecting modern day policing.
The department is seeking |
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