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Deadline Approaching For Pittsfield Parade
PITTSFIELD, Mass. The deadline for participating in the 4th of July Parade is June 1. There are typically about 170 units in each parade which is comprised of community groups, veterans' groups, fire departments, floats, balloons, musical units, and elected officials. A form may be obtained by calling 413-447-7763, by...
Ghost Tour at Ventfort Hall
LENOX, Mass. — The Gilded Age mansion at Ventfort Hall will host a Mother's Day Tea on Sunday May 12 from noon to 1 pm. Tea will be served in the dining room and will include an assortment of savories and pastries accompanied by a traditional black tea and the mansions special Harney & Sons Cherry Blossom Green Tea. The proceeds from this event help the mansion's fund their mission of restoring the mansion.
'The Roof is Caving In;' Mount Greylock School Committee Hears Details of Bias Incidents
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Several parents in the Mount Greylock Regional School District on Thursday detailed disturbing racist incidents in the schools at a meeting of the School Committee. And they had clear demands for how the body can take steps to address the problem. "My ask is that an...
Bear with us: Schools keep kids indoors after furry visitor spotted.
According to the Averill Park School District, students were kept inside for the school day, following a bear sighting. The district says the bear was spotted Friday morning on the on the campus of Poestenkill Elementary School. Algonquin Middle School and Poestenkill Elementary School kept students and staff inside. According...
Pittsfield Schools Summer Meal Program Returning
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The school district has sponsored a summer meal program for children for nearly 50 years and it will return this season. The School Committee on Wednesday approved the 2024 Summer Food Service Program that begins the business day after school ends. It is open to children under the age of 18 regardless of if they are enrolled in Pittsfield Public Schools.
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Heart & Soil Collective—connecting people to healthy food and hands-on nature experiences
“Out of all my customers, Heart & Soil Collective is my favorite by far. The Community Produce and Winter Soup Programs perfectly align with my objective as a farmer, which is to provide food to those who need it most. Knowing how much intention and time they put into giving back to the community makes my work all the more satisfying.”
Kaley Pitches Wahconah Past Mohawk Trail
DALTON, Mass. – Sammie Kaley struck out 15 Monday to lead the Wahconah softball team to a 14-2 win over Mohawk Trail. Kaley walked two and allowed just two hits in the complete-game, six-inning win. Dani Barry, Marlee Arnhold and Madison McCarthy each had a pair of hits in...
McCann Honor Roll
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — McCann Technical School third quarter honor roll. If you would like to contribute information on this article, contact us at info@iberkshires.com. North Adams Planners Renew Brewery Permit, Ask Legal Opinion on Glamping Changes. By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — One long gestating project...
BUSINESS PERSPECTIVES: Stockbridge storefront beats again with Whispered the Heart
Stocbridge — For residents and tourists, there is a new kid in town. Whispered the Heart opened May 8 at 36 Main Street, in the site formerly occupied by An American Craftsman Gallery. The unique shop is appropriately named as it is located in the “heart” of the town and the center of Berkshire County.
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