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Massachusetts Democrats are buzzing ahead of Harris fundraiser in Pittsfield Saturday
Harris’s visit to Pittsfield was planned before President Joe Biden’s decision to end his re-election campaign and endorse her as the nominee, amplifying the already rare spectacle of a high wattage national politico in Berkshire County. “It's very exciting for the region, it's very exciting for the nation....
Teacher of the Month: Frani Miceli
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Williamstown Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Frani Miceli has been selected as the July Teacher of the Month. The Teacher of the Month series, in collaboration with Berkshire Community College, will run for the next 12 months and will feature distinguished teachers nominated by community members. You can nominate a teacher here.
What’s Happening in Amherst?
You can help us make our events calendar more comprehensive by sending us your listings and including contact information and/or a link for more information. Send events listings to amherstindy@gmail.com. SINGLE DAY EVENTS. SATURDAY July 27 : AMHERST COMMUNITY BAND CONCERT. Sweetser Park, Lessy and Main Street. 6:30 p.m. Free.
Town Manager Seeks Volunteers to Serve on Town Boards and Committees
Town Manager Paul Bockelman seeks volunteers to serve on Town Boards and Committees. The Town of Amherst has over 30 boards and committees that support and advise the work of town government and each has multiple residents who are members. Terms of service are typically three years; some may be shorter. Members typically serve for two terms. Members with terms expiring who have served one term may be seeking reappointment. Some multi-member groups have vacancies available for students enrolled at Amherst Regional High School (Human Rights Commission and Community Safety and Social Justice Committee).
Philip Avila Named New Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Town Manager Paul Bockelman announced in his July 15 Town Manager Report that former Amherst Human Rights Commission co-chair Philip Avila will be the new Assistant Director of the town’s office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Avila will begin his duties on August 5. Avila is currently a...
IRS reinstates Holyoke Public Library’s nonprofit status
HOLYOKE — The Internal Revenue Service has reinstated the tax-exempt status of the Holyoke Public Library. The 501(c)(3) reinstatement took effect on June 27 and applies retroactively to November 2022. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive...
No trespassing for community members arrested at pro-Palestinian protest at UMass in May
AMHERST — The majority of people who were arrested on May 7 at the University of Massachusetts Amherst were students, but the few who are not affiliated with the university have now been issued no-trespass notices, their lawyers say. It is standard for the school’s Police Department “to issue...
North Whitney Street Duplex a No-go for Now
Application for Non-owner Occupied Duplex Withdrawn. Report on the Meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals, July 25, 2024. This meeting was held over Zoom and was recorded. Steve Judge (Chair), Everald Henry, Craig Meadows, David Sloviter, and Philip White. Staff: Christine Brestrup (Planning Director), Jacinta Williams (Planner), and Rob...
Town Manager Report for July 15, 2024
Editor’s note: Town Manager Paul Bockelman submits a comprehensive report to the Town Council, usually at the first Town Council meeting of each month. The reports, usually 9 to 16 pages in length, provide up-to-date information on what is happening within and across town departments. The Manager’s Report is usually one of the last items on the agenda and is often taken up late at night, leaving little time for Bockelman to do more than mention a few highlights and this is usually all that gets entered into the Council minutes. What follows is a complete, unedited version of the Town Manager’s Report. All Town Manager Reports are available on the town’s website here: Town Manager Reports.
Williamstown Fire District Developing Policy on Members Who Hit Retirement Age
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Prudential Committee on Wednesday discussed the need for a policy for all call-volunteer firefighters who reach the state's mandatory retirement age. And the panel talked about how the Fire Department can continue to utilize the experience of members who have reached the age of 65.
Dog terrorizes South Hadley neighborhood; board to decide its fate Aug. 5
SOUTH HADLEY — Last month, Stephanie Wall was walking her two small dogs, Harper and Scarlet, with her 19-year-old daughter, Georgia, on their usual route down Pynchon Street. As the pair stopped for a moment on the street on June 24 around 7 p.m., a large, unleashed dog suddenly...
1 person seriously injured in Chicopee crash
CHICOPEE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Memorial Drive in Chicopee was partially shut down for a serious car crash overnight. Chicopee Police responded to the scene around midnight. When our crews arrived, the car involved appeared to have sustained serious damage, as well as officers blocking off a portion of the road.
Suspect in custody following I-91 pursuit
HOLYOKE, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - A suspect was arrested during a police chase on I-91 in Holyoke Thursday night. Around 9 p.m., troopers were involved in a pursuit on I-91 northbound. Mass. State Police confirmed to Western Mass News that a tire deflation device was successfully deployed, ending the pursuit. The...
Barrington Stage Devised Theatre: 'The Wild Tale of Skylar Squirrel'
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Arts Education Fund's 2024 Devised Theatre Ensemble presents "The Wild Tale of Skylar Squirrel: Acorny New Musical" with performances July 26-28 at Berkshire Community College. Performances: July 26 at 7pm, July 27 at 2pm and 7pm, and July 28 at 2pm....
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: 41 Wilmington Students Named To Dean’s List At UMass Amherst
AMHERST, MA — Below is a list of Wilmington students who were named to the Dean’s List at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for the Spring 2024 semester. In order to qualify, an undergraduate student must receive a 3.5 grade-point average or better on a four-point scale. Joanne...
Digging Deep With Denise: Visiting With Nate Wenzel
“Digging Deep With Denise” is a semi-regular question and answer feature with local racers and racing personalities produced by RaceDayCT’s Denise DuPont. Nathan Wenzel of Granby, Mass. is a regular in the Mad Dog Modified division at Monadnock Speedway. On Saturday, July 20 Wenzel drove the No. 03 Modified hard and captured a series win. Wenzel is currently ranked second in points for the track division.
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