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Massachusetts Musician Celebrates 50 Years at Iconic Music Venue
There is so much to love about the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts in the summertime. Whether it's hiking one of the area's many beautiful trails like Mount Greylock or Monument Mountain, swimming in our natural bodies of water, checking out the county's variety of summer concert offerings, enjoying ice cream, or experiencing a North Adams SteepleCats game there is much to love about the Berkshires during the warm weather months.
Eagle Mill abatement, cleanup in the works to redevelop site into mixed-use project in Lee
Lee — A May 7 draft report reflected cleanup options for the mixed-use Eagle Mill project in Lee to be located at a former industrial site on West Center Street. The report is required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) pursuant to its loan to the town for the mitigation in conjunction with the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (BRPC). The report is being reviewed by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (Mass DEP) as part of the project’s environmental assessment.
State Boosts North Street Housing Project With $4M
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A North Street housing project was awarded more than $4 million through the state's Housing Development Incentive Program. Mayor Peter Marchetti and Community Development Director Justine Dodds traveled to Lowell on Tuesday for the announcement of $27 million in HDIP awards — $4,099,686 going to Allegrone Construction Co.'s redevelopment of the historic Wright Building and the Jim's House of Shoes property.
Here’s the #1 Best City to Live on Social Security in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is full of reasons why people want to move here including our public education and higher education offerings, top-notch healthcare, outside recreation options, history, art, culture, and our impressive job market just to name a few. In addition, Massachusetts has been named the best place to raise a family throughout the years.
State awards Construct with $3.1 million grant for Cassilis Farm
Great Barrington — Construct Inc., the leading nonprofit provider of affordable housing and support services in the Southern Berkshires, has been awarded a $3.1 million grant from the Healey-Driscoll administration’s 2024 Affordable Housing Development program. The state funds will help construct and subsidize 11 units at Cassilis Farm, a Gilded Age estate in New Marlborough, making them affordable to families and workers at or below 60 percent of the area median income (AMI).
I am grateful for Leigh Davis’ leadership
In response to Mr. Gardner’s June 30 Letter to the Editor criticizing Selectboard Vice Chair Leigh Davis’ request to publicly release executive session meeting minutes from the Housatonic Rest of River Municipal Committee:. To those who sigh with relief that the PCB dump is not in their backyard...
Pittsfield Historical Panels OKs Fenn St. Demo, Welcomes City Planner
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Historical Commission welcomed the new city planner and approved the demolition of a Fenn Street home formerly owned by a well-loved volunteer. Haddad dealerships purchased the property from Robert Presutti's family after he died in 2023 and plans to demolish it for further parking and vehicle storage.
Mayor Marchetti ready for final 4th of July parade as Pittsfield Parade Committee president
Pittsfield, Massachusetts is getting ready for one of its most beloved civic traditions — the annual 4th of July parade that dates back to the turn of the 19th Century. This year’s installation includes the traditional marching bands, floats, community groups, and elected officials alongside appearances from 100-year-old World War II veteran Bernie Auge, New England Patriots cheerleaders, a Dumbo balloon, and more. For first-term Mayor Peter Marchetti, it marks the end of his 20-plus year run as president of the Pittsfield Parade Committee. Marchetti spoke with WAMC.
Town consultant advises West Stockbridge Select Board regarding cannabis farmer’s odor-mitigation proposal
West Stockbridge — The Select Board heard a review July 1 by third party consultant Mike Lannan, president of Tech Environmental, of an odor mitigation proposal produced by Byars Scientific, the consultant for cannabis grower Wiseacre, 42 Baker Street. The group decided to defer further action until additional information submitted by Byars regarding the project is reviewed by Lannan.
Businesses in downtown Lenox excited for boom in customers with Tanglewood's summer events
LENOX, Mass. — The sidewalks are full of people checking out downtown Lenox. The early summer weather is great and Tanglewood is getting ready for their summer concert series, which brings in people from all over to Lenox. What You Need To Know. Tanglewood summer concert events are starting.
Pittsfield 4th of July Parade Parking and Traffic
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield and the Pittsfield Police Department announced that the following parking and traffic restrictions will be in place for the 4th of July Parade to be held on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 10 A.M. The Parade route will run from South Street...
Dalton Fire District Navigates Future Fire Station
DALTON, Mass. — The Fire District is considering re-engaging the prospect of purchasing the former Dalton Garage, located at 385 Main St. The district considered purchasing the building in 2022 because the fire station, located at 20 Flansburg Ave., is too small for its needs, especially with the addition of the ambulance service. However, the prospect was not fully explored and was pushed aside.
Fallen tree and wires prompt road closure
STUYVESANT—A hard-hitting late afternoon storm brought down a tree and wires at 603 State Route 9J, Stuyvesant, June 24 at 5:55 p.m. Stuyvesant firefighters were dispatched by Columbia County 911 along with Stuyvesant Falls firefighters to provide mutual aid. National Grid and the NYS Department of Transportation were summoned to the scene. Firefighters were back in service at 7:08 p.m. The road was closed to all traffic between County Route 46 and Sharptown Road because the tree and wires were blocking the roadway. Crews cleared away the obstruction and the road was open by 11:13 p.m.
Lenox Memorial School Joins MassDOT Program
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) reported that its Massachusetts Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program continues to grow as the 2023-2024 academic year comes to an end, with 72 additional schools joining SRTS since last September. This includes the addition of Lenox Memorial Middle and High...
Berkshire Athenaeum announces Call for Art
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Artists between the ages of 12 and 18 are welcome to submit their work between July 1 and August 24, 2024 to be displayed in the Bekshire Athenaeum. The theme for the Call for Art is "empowerment." "We want our teenage visitors to feel like the...
Common Ground Festival in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mill Town Foundation announces the inaugural Common Ground Festival that will take place on Saturday, July 6 between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Pittsfield Common at 100 First Street. Sponsored and programmed by Mill Town Foundation, this free event welcomes all ages and includes...
Garden Notes: July 3, 2024
STOCKBRIDGE – Berkshire Botanical Garden presents the following upcoming programs. Music Mondays continue on July 8 with Wanda Houston and her blend of 1940s through 1960s R&B and jazz. Performances run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Food trucks will be available at selected performances. Cost is $15 members, $20 nonmembers; Thursday, July 11 and Friday, July 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., “Botanical Oil Painting.” Join Casey Krawczyk for an exciting summer class and delve into selected botanicals with a comprehensive study of their intricate color, form and shape while creating a unique and beautiful oil painting. Cost $235 members, $255 nonmembers; Thursday, July 11, “Sunset Yoga in the Garden.” This drop-in, outdoor program, held on the Great Lawn, is appropriate for all skill levels. Classes are held Thursdays from July 11 to September 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and are led by Kathi Cafiero, a Kripalu-certified yoga instructor who has been teaching the physical and mental benefits of yoga for over 25 years. Please bring a yoga mat and any props you may need. No bathroom facilities are available. Free to all members and non-members, and no registration is required. Drop-ins welcome; Saturday, July 13, “Wild Edibles,” 1 to 3:30 p.m. Join Russ Cohen at River Walk, a project of Great Barrington Land Conservancy for a walk focusing on edible native plant species, including species that you might like to plant in your yard. Russ will share some samples of foraged treats, made from wild edible plants, to taste at the beginning or end of the walk. No transportation will be provided for this class. Please meet at River Walk, 7 Cottage Street, Great Barrington. Cost is $40 members, $65 nonmembers. To register or for more information, visit www.berkshirebotanical.org. Berkshire Botanical Garden is located at 5 West Stockbridge Road.
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