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Pontoosuc Ave. Bridge Project Meeting Set| 02:40PM / Friday, December 27, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The state Department of Transportation will hold a virtual information meeting on the proposed replacement of the Pontoosuc Avenue bridge. The new 65-foot span over the West Branch of the Housatonic River near the intersection with Wahconah Street will include complete bridge reconstruction and Americans with Disabilities Act compliant upgrades to the pedestrian facilities. The total length of the project along the roadway is approximately 455 linear feet and will include the addition of a 5-foot shoulder bike lane, reconstruction of the sidewalk and new pavement markings and signage. This project is planned to be funded through the 2026 0 Comments
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2024 Year in Review: Dalton's Year of ChallengesBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:28AM / Friday, December 27, 2024 | |
Christian Tobin is sworn in as fire chief in January after nearly a year of turmoil in the department. But Tobin also found himself on the outs when he was suspended in August. DALTON, Mass. — Dalton had several controversial situations this year including a demonstration of the dilapidated police station, the suspension of a fire chief and accusations of an unexplainable debt in the Fire District. There were also substantial strides made including progress on the town's climate action plan, historical initiatives, initiating a feasibility study to determine long-term options for a new police station, and more. Here is what happened in 0 Comments
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The Retired Investor: The Billionaire Trump teamBy Bill Schmick,
04:15PM / Thursday, December 26, 2024 | |
Last week, billionaire Stephen Feinberg of the private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management was selected to fill the No. 2 spot at the Defense Department. That brings the number of billionaires who have agreed to join Donald Trump's second term to an even dozen. Should you be worried? The wealth and business background of these individuals have sparked concerns that the next four years will favor business interests and those of the wealthy above all else. If we include Trump, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy, the total thus far would be 15. At last count, U.S. News and World Report estimated that the total net worth of these billionaires as of Dec. 10 was more than $382 billion. 0 Comments
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Kwanzaa Celebration Set Saturday in Pittsfield| 03:12PM / Thursday, December 26, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Women of Color Giving Circle and the Rites of Passage and Empowerment Program will present their annual community Kwanzaa celebration at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, at Zion Lutheran Church, 74 First St. Kwanzaa is a non-religious celebration held Dec. 26 through Jan. 1. The holiday celebrates African and African American culture, with an emphasis on seven principles geared toward uplift and empowerment. The program, which will be held in the Zion Common Room, will include a youth panel discussion on the topic, "Where do we go from here," featuring Roos Bajnath, Brian Annor-Bash, Ronny Brizan, Patrick Gordon, Olivia Nda, Sadiya 0 Comments
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2024 Year in Review: Lanesborough's Elmer Becomes KingBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:23AM / Thursday, December 26, 2024 | |
Select Board member John Goerlach, left, and Michael Murphy at a board meeting. Goerlach did not stand for election this year after serving 18 years on the board. LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The town became home to royalty in 2024. King Elmer, an American elm at the corner of Route 7 and Summer Street, became a statewide celebrity in July. The more than 100-foot tall tree was deemed the largest of its species by the state Department of Conservation and Recreation. The king is believed to be more than 250 years old and is 107 feet tall with an average canopy spread of 95.5 feet. It scored 331.88 points with the state based on a 201-inch circumference, which is a
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Outdoor Activities, Cultural Classes Offered by Tamarack Hollow| 08:00AM / Wednesday, December 25, 2024 | |
 WINDSOR, Mass. — Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center will host a First Day Snowshoe/Hike on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Participants will explore the Boreal forests, newly conserved land, and a trail featuring Georgie's Falls. The program, led by Director and Naturalist Aimee Gelinas, M.Ed, will include winter tree identification, wildlife tracking, and forest ecology. Registration is required by emailing aimee@gaiaroots.com. The program fee is $20 per person, with a $5 snowshoe rental fee (or participants can bring their own). The event will proceed as a hike if snowshoes are not needed. More details are available at 0 Comments
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Pittsfield City Council Weighs in on 'Crisis' in Public SchoolsBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
08:59PM / Monday, December 23, 2024 | |
A half-dozen people addressed the City Council from the floor of Monday's meeting, including Valerie Anderson, right. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — After expressing anger and outrage and making numerous calls for accountability and transparency, the 11 members of the City Council on Monday voted to support the School Committee in seeking an independent investigation into allegations of misconduct by staff members at Pittsfield High School that have come to light in recent weeks. At the close of a month that has seen three PHS administrators put on administrative leave, including one who was arrested on drug trafficking charges, the revelation that the district is facing a civil 4 Comments
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Dalton Green Committee Selects CAP LogoBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:30PM / Monday, December 23, 2024 | |
 DALTON, Mass. — The Green Committee selected its logo for its Climate Action Plan during its meeting on Wednesday. The committee is developing a climate action plan with Blue Strike to achieve net zero by 2050 by seeking strategies to decrease the town's dependence on fossil fuels for homes, businesses, municipal facilities, and vehicles. Part of this process is community engagement, which involves informing residents about the climate action plan, gathering community input for its development, and answering people's questions. A picture is worth 1,000 words, committee member Antonio Pagliarulo. The logo helps reflect 4 Comments
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Pittsfield Council Sets Special Meeting Amid PHS Staff ScandalBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
11:28AM / Monday, December 23, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council will vote on a statement in solitary with the School Committee amid Pittsfield High School's staff scandal.
Over the last week and a half, three PHS staff members were put on administrative leave for allegations of misconduct — one of them under federal arrest for drug charges. A special City Council meeting has been called on Monday at 6 p.m. to support, or not support, the School Committee’s request for an independent, third-party investigation.
A petition put forward by Ward 7 Councilor Rhonda Serre, Councilor at Large Kathy Amuso, Ward 2 Councilor Brittany Noto, Councilor at Large Alisa Costa, and Ward 6 Councilor Dina
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Massachusetts Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest Opens for Submissions| 04:00PM / Sunday, December 22, 2024 | |
BOSTON — Students in Massachusetts have the chance to showcase their artistic talents and deepen their understanding of nature through the MassWildlife's Junior Duck Stamp (JDS) art contest. Open to students from kindergarten through grade 12, the competition invites young artists to create original artwork featuring ducks, geese, or swans in their natural wetland habitats. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 15, 2025. The JDS contest blends art and science, encouraging participants to explore waterfowl conservation and the importance of wetlands while expressing their knowledge creatively. The program includes a curriculum designed to support educators in teaching about
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Pittsfield Firefighters Battle Early Morning Blaze in Extreme ColdiBerkshires.com Staff,
10:19AM / Sunday, December 22, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. – No injuries were reported after firefighters extinguished a fire in a two-story detached barn and garage at 566 South St. early Sunday morning. The Pittsfield Fire Department just after 2 a.m. responded to reports of a building “fully involved” with the blaze. “All personnel battled the blaze under extreme cold conditions with the main body of fire being brought under control within an hour,” according to a news release from the department. The two-alarm fire brought all on-duty personnel to the scene, where they remained until about 6 a.m. to extinguish all remaining hot spots. Hinsdale Fire Department was asked 4 Comments
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