 | Nearly 5% Budget Increase Proposed For Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The city's operating budget and water/sewer rates are on Tuesday's City Council meeting agenda.
Mayor Peter Marchetti has submitted an order to raise and appropriate $226,246,942 for the fiscal year 2026 budget, a nearly 4.8 percent increase from the previous year. It includes $86,450,361 for the school |
| BeatNest Celebrates Grand Opening in New Space
The space has private recording areas and room for group classes.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — BeatNest, an electronic music program, celebrated its grand opening at 163 North St. on Saturday.
This new space is about 10 times bigger than its former space, owner Geoffrey Carter said, and being on North Street |
| Temporary Closure Announced for Section of Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
CHESHIRE, Mass.— The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) has announced a temporary closure of a section of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail.
Beginning on Monday, May 12, 2025, and continuing through Wednesday, May 14, 2025, the trail will be closed between Nobody’s Road North and Harbor Road in the Town of |
 | Greylock Federal Webinar: Navigating Financial Uncertainty
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union, in partnership with GreenPath Financial Wellness, will be offering the upcoming webinar, "Navigating Financial Uncertainty," on Wednesday, May 14.
The free webinar will be held from 2-2:45 p.m. and will discuss initial steps to take during financial uncertainty; |
 | SVMC wellness Connection: May 8
May 8, 2025
Simple Steps to Prevent Long-Term Damage
Before you fire up the mower, weed whacker, and leaf blower for spring chores, take a moment to learn how to prevent irreversible hearing loss.
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Essential Tips on Getting Ready for Bike Season
May—National Bike Month—is the perfect time to dust off your bike and get pedaling. Before you snap on your helmet, refresh yourself on the rules of the road so you can enjoy the journey safely.
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Pregnant? Know the signs of Preeclampsia
A leading cause of death worldwide for women, fetuses, and newborns, preeclampsia can develop without you realizing it. Regular prenatal care and awareness can keep you safe. Read on to learn the signs.
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The Summer Gala 2025 Raffle Tickets Now Available
The SVHC Foundation's Summer Gala raffle is now open to the public! Purchase a ticket for a chance to win one of three cash prizes OR six other fabulous packages.
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| Pittsfield School Committee Approves Long-Anticipated Teacher Contract
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The School Committee last week formally approved a three-year contract with the United Educators of Pittsfield after more than a year of negotiations.
Under the contract, teachers will make between about $65,000 at Step 1 with a bachelor's degree and about $128,500 at Step 18 with a doctorate in fiscal year |
 | Letter: Dear People of Dalton
To the Editor:
Attendance at the Dalton annual town meeting, which was twice Dalton's previous best, was nothing short of amazing. This level of community involvement made clear that Dalton residents do care about their town and are committed to seeing that decisions are made with the best interests of the community in mind.
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| PCTV To Host Eatza Pizza Fundraiser
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Community Television is holding "Eatza Pizza" at Berkshire Hills Country Club on Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m.
The event will feature seven of the best pizza restaurants in the Berkshires.
The event is a fundraiser for the non-profit television station and sister radio station 89.7 |
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