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Developers Drop Williamstown Housing After Threat of AppealBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
05:42AM / Tuesday, January 09, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — In June 2022, Hicks Stone began talking publicly about a proposal to construct two-family homes on a Water Street parcel. The development called for higher density than allowable under the town's zoning bylaw but might be allowable under the provisions of the commonwealth's Chapter 40B law, which provides for relief from local zoning if developments include some income-restricted, or affordable, housing. Stone asked the board of town's Affordable Housing Trust whether it thought Williamstown was free of the provincial concept known as "NIMBY-ism." "Largely, but not totally," he was told by the chair of the 0 Comments
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Williamstown Gathering Info on Livestock at Request of State AgencyBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
05:14PM / Monday, January 08, 2024 | |
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — An attempt by the town's health inspector to cooperate with a state agency sparked a minor controversy on social media over the weekend. On Sunday, a user posted anonymously on the "Williamstown Mass. Info & Issues" Facebook page an image of a form the the health inspector sent to area farms seeking information about the number and types of livestock they keep and acknowledging consent for the town's regular inspections of agricultural operations. "Since when do we need an application for farm animals, did we get rid of right to farm??" the Facebook user posted. "im not sure if im being pranked or 0 Comments
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Community Contra Dance in Williamstown| 08:00AM / Monday, January 08, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The first community contra dance of 2024 will be hosted on Saturday, Jan. 13, by North Berkshire Community Dance. All dances will be taught by Paul Rosenberg, and live fiddle music will be led by Eric Buddington. The dance will run 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown. Admission is pay-as-you-can: $12 - $20 suggested, and barter is also welcome. Health precautions: Masks required. For this first post-holiday dance in a season of rising respiratory illness, NBCD has chosen to require masks on the dance floor. (Performers may go 0 Comments
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Williamstown Charter Review Committee Hones Report, RecommendationsBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
05:03AM / Friday, January 05, 2024 | |
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Charter Review Committee on Thursday neared completion of a final report it plans to submit to the Select Board on Jan. 22. The review panel, which was appointed in 2022, has compiled a set of 10 proposed amendments to the 1956 document that provides a framework for town government. Some of the proposed changes, like removing outdated references to the town's "Welfare Agent" and school committee, are a matter of updating the charter to reflect the current reality. Others, like the creation of a recall provision for elected town officials and a new section on mechanisms for charter enforcement, are more substantive 0 Comments
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Adams Community Bank Changes Commercial Senior Team | 12:32PM / Thursday, January 04, 2024 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Community Bank (ACB) announced the retirement of Senior VP of Commercial Lending Donna Palma and the promotion of Tracy McConnell to succeed Palma. After a career in banking spanning 47 years, Palma now enjoys a planned retirement. Palma has been a part of the ACB leadership team since March 2013, when she joined the bank. "We are grateful for Donna's many years of service and her positive impact on our Commercial Lending division and the entire Bank," said Charlie O'Brien, ACB President and CEO. "The success and growth we've experienced in commercial lending can be directly attributed to her strategic vision 0 Comments
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Clark Art Screens 'The Lodger'| 08:03AM / Thursday, January 04, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — On Thursday, Jan. 11, the Clark Art Institute continues its series of British films honoring the birthplace of Sir Edwin Manton during its Manton Research Center building's fiftieth anniversary. The Clark shows "The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog" at 6 pm in its auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. According to a press release: With his third feature film, "The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog," Alfred Hitchcock took a major step toward greatness and made what he would come to consider his true directorial debut. This haunting silent thriller tells the tale of a mysterious young man (matinee 0 Comments
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Carpenter Breaks School Assist Record at Framingham StateiBerkshires.com Sports,
06:16AM / Thursday, January 04, 2024 | |
 Framingham State senior point guard Gwendolyn Carpenter last month broke the all time assist record at the school. Her 466th career assist came in a win over Curry College on Dec. 9, breaking a 5-year-old school record. Carpenter was averaging more than seven assists per game going into Wednesday's home game against Westfield State. She also led the Rams (11-1) in minutes played, averaging 36.8 minutes per contest and had scored 9.4 points per game. Carpenter is no stranger to breaking records. As a senior at Mount Everett, she set Berkshire County's all-time scoring mark for high school basketball. Framingham State visits MCLA on Wednesday, Jan. 0 Comments
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New Art Show at Images Cinema| 03:10PM / Wednesday, January 03, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Images Cinema will present a new art show in its lobby featuring paintings by James Allen entitled "The Elder Series." There is an artist reception on Friday, Jan. 5, 5 to 6 pm. Images Cinema is located at 50 Spring Street. Information on the exhibit and more of Allen's work can be found here. 0 Comments
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Williams Women's Basketball Beats WPI| 09:23AM / Wednesday, January 03, 2024 | |
WORCESTER, Mass. -- Cortland McBarron scored 21 points Tuesday to lead the Williams College women's basketball team to a 70-53 win over Worcester Polytechnic. Arianna Gerig scored 10 points and blocked two shots in the win. Williams (7-6) goes to Amherst on Friday. Men's Hockey BIDDEFORD, Maine -- Garrett Devine scored two special teams goals Tuesday to lead the University of New England to a 4-1 win over Williams. Nicholas Rashkovsky scored for Williams (2-8) which travels to face Trinity on Friday. 0 Comments
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Berkshire Green Drinks: Second Chance Composting in The Berkshires| 08:00AM / Wednesday, January 03, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The first Berkshire Green Drinks of 2024 will feature John Pitroff, the owner of Second Chance Composting. This free hybrid event is taking place on Wednesday, January 10, online via Zoom and in person at The Barn of Williams Inn, located at 103 Spring Street in Williamstown. The in-person social gathering begins at 5:00 PM; the presentation and Zoom meeting start at 6:00 PM. According to a press release: Delve into the comprehensive world of composting as John illuminates both residential and commercial aspects, addressing what materials can or cannot be composted and the underlying reasons. Engage in a thoughtful exploration of 0 Comments
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Clark Art Gallery Tours for Parents and Infants| 08:00AM / Tuesday, January 02, 2024 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — On Friday, Jan. 5 at 10:15 am, the Clark Art Institute hosts a tour of its permanent collection galleries for new parents/caregivers and infants. The event is free. Participants should meet at the Clark's main Admissions desk. In this special program, new parents and caregivers bring their infants into the galleries for a guided visit and the opportunity to socialize with other community members in a casual environment. The informal tour includes a unique look at the Clark's permanent collection, featuring an array of works by a variety of artists. Each month offers a different selection of artworks. Best suited for adults with 0 Comments
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