| Dalton Officials Talk Meters Amidst Rate Increases
DALTON, Mass. — The anticipated rise in the water and sewer rates has sparked discussion on whether implementing meters could help mitigate the costs for residents
The single-family water rate has been $160 since 2011, however, because of the need to improve the town's water main infrastructure, prices are anticipated |
 | Former Country Club Reopens as The Venue at Skyline
The new Patty Barnaby's name is all over the venue.
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — A new but familiar space is opening for event rentals as The Venue at Skyline.
Patty Barnaby recently leased the former Skyline Country Club building at 405 South Main St. Barnaby used to attend events there, including holding her own |
 | Pittsfield Resident Given OK to Distribute Doughnuts
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council has clarified that a charitable resident can continue distributing cider and doughnuts to people, as long as parking regulations are followed.
"So it is my understanding now, throughout this meeting, that there is no longer any threat of fine for feeding the homeless," Ward 7 |
| Saturday Night Fire in Pittsfield Turns Fatal
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A Saturday night structure fire turned fatal when the sole occupant was pronounced dead at Berkshire Medical Center.
The Fire Department responded to 7 Virginia Ave. just after 11:20 on Saturday night following a report of a fire. On arrival, firefighters observed flames coming from the first floor |
| Two Pittsfield Habitat for Humanity Homes Open for Tours
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is inviting the public to tour two newly built, affordable homes at 21 and 23 Murphy Place during upcoming open houses in February.
Located on a dead-end street just off Upper North Street heading towards Pontoosuc Lake, these three-bedroom, one-bath condominiums |
 | Lenox Looks to Add Parking with Street Changes
LENOX, Mass. — The Select Board is moving forward with a proposal to increase parking on two downtown streets by making them one-way.
On Wednesday night, Department of Public Works Superintendent William "Billy" Gop showed a proposal of Church and Franklin Streets that would add 26 new parking spots and change |
| Dalton Library Holds Adult Reading Challenge
DALTON, Mass. — The library is making book enthusiasts nostalgic thanks to its adult reading challenge that encourages people to expand their horizons in the literature world.
Many may remember, from their school years, being challenged to read for a chance to win a pizza or, for this writer, a school trip to the |
 | Wahconah Park Skating Rink Under Construction
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The outdoor ice skating rink in front of Wahconah Park is taking shape, and the city plans to open it early next week.
If you pass by the historic park this weekend, you will notice a pop-up ice skating rink under construction on the property between Hudpucker's Pub and Grill and Thrive Diner. City |
| Dalton Board to Discuss Storage Container Bylaw
DALTON, Mass. — The Planning Board will be reviewing a proposed bylaw that would require a special permit for storage containers in a residential zone.
The board briefly discussed the proposed bylaw that is in the very early stages. More in-depth discussions will take place during future |
| Department of Higher Education Announces New Board Members
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education (BHE) announced two new voting members today. These members fill roles representing the state university segment and students on the 13-member Board.
Dr. Lisa B. Battaglino is now representing Massachusetts' state university segment, which includes nine public |
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