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West Stockbridge Planning Board unanimously approves major zoning bylaw changes, but text not published
West Stockbridge — With Planning Board members Christopher Tonini and Andrew Fudge seated at the dais along with Chair Dana Bixby, the group unanimously approved zoning changes on July 15 to the town’s bylaws pertaining to short-term rentals (STRs) and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Generally, STRs are units...
Several road closures reported due to downed power lines, trees after storm
(WGGB/WSHM) - After a severe storm hits parts of Western Massachusetts, several counties are reporting road closures due to downed power lines and trees. Police and fire departments across Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire County are responding and some are even calling extra resources to assist. Officials also remind the...
DEC all ears on proposed wetland regs
The state Department of Environmental Conservation seeks to protect one million acres of unprotected wetland habitat by expanding the number of wetlands it regulates The post DEC all ears on proposed wetland regs first appeared on Spotlight News.
West Stockbridge eyes capital improvement plans with essential departments
West Stockbridge — Seated at a roundtable, members of the West Stockbridge Select Board and Finance Committee joined the town’s heavy hitters—representatives from its fire, police, water/sewer, and highway/public-works departments—to discuss how best to plan long term for the equipment, personnel, and structures essential to municipal functions.
Cooling off in the Berkshires with splash pads
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Another hot day in Massachusetts and people are finding ways to cool off in Berkshire County. At Clapp Parks splash pads, some kids with the Pittsfield Playground Program had fun and stayed cool with coolers and splash pads. “I just run through the water and put...
Notes from the ongoing Fire/EMS meetings, July 10, 2024, Hybrid Meeting
From Fire Chiefs & Town Administrators of Stockbridge, West Stockbridge, and Richmond. On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 1:00 PM, a pivotal meeting took place at the West Stockbridge Town Hall. The towns of Stockbridge, West Stockbridge, and Richmond convened to discuss the future of Fire and EMS Services for the three towns.
Notes from the Board of Assessors, July 1, 2024, Hybrid Meeting
1. Assessor Michael Bay discussed the new GIS site. 3. Board of Assessors member Doug Goudey pointed out the importance of the EQV and its impact on Stockbridge's share of school construction costs. Brief meeting — adjourned. 1. MassGIS Data: Municipalities is the representation of Massachusetts' municipal (city and...
HHA board and tenants meet about state of grant
HUDSON–As the Hudson Housing Authority (HHA) awaits feedback on a proposal to redevelop its property, the opportunities for and challenges facing the people living now in its buildings received attention at the Board of Commissioners meeting June 17 and the residents meeting July 2. The HHA runs the 135-unit...
CHP Van To Visit West Stockbridge
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — CHP will have their mobile van parked at Town Hall to assist with medical needs on Tuesday, July 16 from 1 to 3 PM. The van will offer urgent care services, wellness checks, and COVID or flu vaccines. The teams can also help with signing...
Amelia 10K training group offers free community and fitness
Four years ago, Alicia Hazzard decided driving to Powhatan County at 8:30 a.m. for 10K training was too much, so she decided to form a team right at home in Amelia. Training for the Monument Avenue 10K, an approximately 6.2-mile run stretching down Monument Ave-nue and other streets in Richmond, Ms. Hazzard was proud of the group who crossed the finish line on April 20. “I am really proud of the motivation the group has…it was great, really great,” said Ms. Hazzard. The Monument Ave 10K is the 14th largest race in the nation, and Ms. Hazzard shared that it was nice to have friends to support her and carpool with downtown. During the off-season from the 10K, the group enjoys continuously meeting to run or walk, and keep that support going. “The 10K came and went, and we’re now the Amelia Walk and Run Club, we go shorter distances, have more attainable times, and we welcome every pace,” said Rebecca Tarrant, a member of the club. “We motivate each other’s personal goals, and first-timers to come again. Our runners will stick around for walkers, and sometimes we motivate ourselves with getting breakfast after,” added Ms. Hazzard. The group has grown since its inception in 2022, with 32 members at its largest. The group tends to average 15 members on runs and spans all age demographics. “We’ve had moms with babies in strollers, teenagers, and people in their 70s all show up,” said Ms. Hazzard. With consistent support from the Amelia Parks and Recreation Department, the club is grateful for being able to use its bathrooms and facilities during meetings. The group looks forward to the upcoming Amelia 5K on Sept. 7, supporting the Amelia County Food Pantry. As well as, the kids running series beginning in October which will run for five weeks. Training for the next 10K will formally begin on Feb. 1, with the run on April 12. For those interested in joining the club, Ms. Hazzard noted that it’s free to join and meetings are typically held at 8:30 a.m. Sundays outside the War Memorial Building (parks and rec. gym).
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