| Dalton Board Questions Intent of Proposed 'Clean-up' Fund
DALTON, Mass. — The Select Board wants clarification on the original intent of the proposed "Clean-up Loan Fund" before deciding on the scope.
For the last six months Health Agent Agnes Witkowski, Senior Center Director Kelly Pizzi, and resident and Adams Senior Center Director Sarah Fontaine have been working |
| BHS Relocating Helicopter Landing Zone to Hillcrest Campus of BMC
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems has announced that the helicopter landing zone for Berkshire Medical Center is being relocated to the Hillcrest Campus of BMC in order to enhance and improve safety for helicopter crews and patients.
This change comes with the support of the Pittsfield Police and Fire Departments |
| Berkshire County Arc Celebrates 70 Years
Mayor Peter Marchetti reads a proclamation marking BCArc's 70th anniversary to President and CEO Maryann Hyatt and board Chair Michael Ferry.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire County Arc is celebrating 70 years of enriching the lives of those with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and autism.
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| Pontoosuc Lake Health Advisory No Longer in Effect
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Due to recent results of sampling at Pontoosuc Lake, the public health advisory issued on Sept. 18, 2024 has been rescinded and is no longer in effect.
On Sept. 18, the city announced observations results at Pontoosuc Lake confirmed the presence of a blue-green algae bloom that could have present harmful |
| Pittsfield To Host Public Meeting on the Bel Air Dam
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield, AECOM, the engineering firm working with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), and the Office of Dam Safety (ODS) will be hosting a public meeting to share updates on the project design for the Bel Air Dam on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Polish |
| Wiffle Ball Tournament to Benefit Scholarship Fund
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The fifth annual DZ24 Wiffle Ball Tournament is Saturday, Oct. 19, at Deming Park in Pittsfield.
Teams of four will compete against each other based on age. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each age group.
The cost is $10 per person or $40 per team. The deadline to register is |
 | 2nd Street Second Chances Debuts Revamped Space
The space includes offices and meeting areas.
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Second Street Second Chances has expanded its program space to meet the demand for post-incarceration services.
The ribbon was cut Monday on a larger and revitalized space at the former Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction. Established in |
| Berkshire Museum Opens 'Art of the Hills'
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Museum presents Art of the Hills 2024, a juried exhibition featuring regional artists working in all mediums and styles
Berkshire Museum celebrates the fourth installment of its bi-annual exhibition Art of the Hills. Opening oct. 5 through Jan. 5, this exhibit offers a look into |
 | Pittsfield Women's Barbershop Chorus Welcomes New Director
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Hills Chorus announced the appointment of Sunhwa Reiner as its new Music Director.
Sunhwa Reiner brings a wealth of experience and fresh energy to the chorus. After 11 years of devoted service, former Directors Gail Wojtkowiak and Pat Feldman will be stepping back onto the risers and |
 | District Attorney's Office Elder Fraud Program
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Thursday, Oct. 3, the Berkshire District Attorney's Office will host a workshop focused on senior citizen fraud.
The event includes the US Department of Justice; the United States Postal Inspection Service; the Department of the Treasury; the Federal Bureau of Investigations; and the US |
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