 | Pittsfield Kayak Kiosk Proposal Triggers Concern
Caryn Wendling addresses the council, concerned how a kayak rental will affect her Onota Boat Livery business.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A proposed kayak rental kiosk at Onota Lake has triggered concern from city councilors and community members.
The City Council on Tuesday referred a petition from residents Daniel |
| Berkshire Organizations Receive Mass Cultural Council Awards
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Several Berkshire County organizations have been awarded Mass Cultural Council Awards as part of the Gaming Mitigation Fund Grant Program.
"Supporting our performing arts centers is a strategic investment in the vitality of our communities," said Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director, |
 | Dalton Fire District Prioritizes Ambulance, Fire Improvements in Budget
DALTON, Mass. — The Fire District is anticipating a budget of $3,516,650 for fiscal year 2025, an increase of $820,196 from last year.
The increased funding is an effort to improve the district's Property Protection Classification, Fire Chief Christian Tobin told the Water Commissioners meeting last Wednesday in |
| Pittsfield Businesses Named Finalists Economic Impact Awards
PITTSFIELD, Mass. Mayor Peter Marchetti announced that two Pittsfield businesses, Hot Plate Brewing Co. and Interprint, were respectively named as Silver and Bronze Awardees for the 2023 MassEcon Economic Impact Awards.
According to MassEcon, the Economic Impact Awards celebrate companies throughout the Commonwealth for their |
 | Pittsfield Council OKs Arrowhead Sewer Extension
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — City sewer will be extended to Herman Melville's Arrowhead, benefitting more than 5,000 visitors a year.
The City Council on Tuesday approved a $650,000 borrowing under the Sewer Enterprise Fund for the Holmes Road project that will also allow a couple of residential homes to connect. It passed 8-1 with |
 | Former Dempsey Pediatrics Joins BHS Umbrella
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) announced that the former Dempsey Pediatrics provider practice has joined BHS, furthering the legacy of care provided by Dr. Brian Dempsey.
"We are pleased to continue the dedicated care services that Dempsey Pediatrics has provided for decades through Berkshire Health |
 | Vietnam Veterans, Outgoing VVA Members Honored in Pittsfield
The ceremony has been held by the monument in Park Square for nearly a half-century.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The slushy snow left in Park Square from last week's storm did not stop Berkshire County veterans from honoring the 27 local people who were killed in action in Vietnam.
"We are gathered here |
 | Berkshire County Regional Housing Renamed 'UpSide413"
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority is now called UpSide413, a name that "symbolizes an upward journey towards improvement."
The new alias was announced on Friday after a months-long selection process and was well received by those involved with the organization. The word |
 | Berkshire County Views the Eclipse
The day was clear and warm, perfect for gathering on the lawn at the North Adams Public Library. Dozens of people watched the astronomical show from blankets and lawn chairs. The library handed out about 650 eclipse glasses leading up to the event.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The partial solar eclipse was seen |
| Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: April 9-12
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Starting on Tuesday, April 9, street improvements will begin. This work is a continuation of the street improvement contract of last year.
Updates will be shared on a weekly basis throughout the spring and early summer.
The city will be sharing additional updates on new road work |
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