| May 4 is Wildfire Community Preparedness Day
STOW, Mass. — Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is May 4, and Massachusetts fire service leaders are urging residents to protect their homes and neighborhoods while reducing the risk posed by wildland fires.
"Wildfire Community Preparedness Day promotes awareness of the wildland fire risk to people, property, and the |
| Weekend Outlook: First Fridays, Record Show, and More
There will be a variety of events in the Berkshires this weekend including First Friday Festivities, a record show, and more.
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Pittsfield's Inaugural First Friday at Five
Downtown Pittsfield
Time: 5 p.m.
The city has combined Third Thursdays and the First Fridays |
| Pittsfield Cable Committee OKs RFP to Spectrum
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The cable contract renewal process is moving along with negotiations on the horizon.
The Cable Advisory Committee last week authorized the forwarding of a request for response of ascertainment, or a request for proposal, to Charter Spectrum. This concludes the ascertainment process and moves toward |
 | Pittsfield Traffic and Parking Restrictions for First Fridays at Five
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield, along with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. will be hosting a brand new event - First Fridays at Five – on May 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Be aware that North Street will be closed from Park Square to Depot Street from 3:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3.
Drivers are |
 | BCC Announce Slate of Community Programs
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Workforce Development and Community Education department at Berkshire Community College (BCC) announced several upcoming workshops open to the public.
Preregistration is required; to register for a workshop, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/workshops.
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 | NAMIBC Kicks Off Mental Health Awareness Month
PITTSFIELD, Mass. In honor of May's Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM), the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Berkshire County (NAMIBC) and advocates across the country, are raising awareness of mental illness and supporting individuals in their mental health journey.
This year, NAMI Berkshire County is helping emphasize the |
| Pittsfield Street Improvement for Fiscal Year 2025
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The following roads are scheduled to be paved starting this summer as part of the FY25 Street Improvement Program:
• Backman Avenue
• Barker Road (from Richmond town line to South Mountain Road)
• Benedict Road (Dalton Avenue to Broadview Terrace)
• Crane Ave (Oakhill West |
| 4.3% Budget Increase Proposed for Lanesborough
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The town is looking at a proposed $4.3 percent budget increase for fiscal 2025.
The Finance Committee last month approved an $11,846,607 spending plan without changes and will vote on the annual town meeting warrant articles next week. It was accepted by the Select Board on Monday.
Town Administrator |
 | Adams Lions Club Golf Tourney Set for May 18
ADAMS, Mass. -- The Adams Lions Club’s annual golf tournament will be Saturday, May 18, at Forest Park Country Club.
Teams of four will compete in a 9-hole scramble format with tee times beginning at 8 a.m.
Proceeds will support Lions initiatives, including scholarships for local high school graduates and |
 | Brien Center Announces Vice President of Human Resources
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Amy Thomson was recently named Vice President of Human Resources for the Brien Center, Berkshire County's largest behavioral health provider.
In her new position, she will provide strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the Human Resources functional areas including recruitment and |
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