 | Weekend Outlook: Independence Weekend
Check out some of the events happening in the Berkshires this weekend, including Independence Day events, fireflies, and more. Closures and main events can be found here.
Farmers' markets are open for the season and can be found here.
Friday
Pittsfield's Fourth of July |
| SteepleCats Split Road Double-Header
SANFORD, Maine -- The North Adams SteepleCats Wednesday exploded for seven runs in the top of the fourth inning to erase a four-run deficit and earn a 7-4 win and double-header split against the Sanford Mainers.
Pittsfield's Nick Guachione doubled in a run in the winning rally, which also saw Gabriel Natividad and Owen Arias |
| North Adams Seeing Races for Mayor, City Council
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — It looks like the city may avoid a preliminary election, based on the number of candidates as of last week.
There are two candidates certified for the November ballot: Jennifer Macksey is running for her third term in the corner office and Scott Berglund, a sales representative, is challenging |
 | Bailey Sworn in as North Adams Police Chief
Police Chief Mark Bailey poses with his family after being sworn in.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Mark Bailey wanted a simple swearing in as the city's police chief. Family, some colleagues and staff.
"This is as small as I get," said Mayor Jennifer Macksey to the room full of officers, |
| Pittsfield's Infield Offers Youth Sports Camps
PITTSFIELD, Mass. -- The Infield is offering a series of youth sports camps for children aged 4 to 12 starting next week at its Lyman Street facility.
The first two sessions are a baseball camp for children 7 to 12. The camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon, July 7-9.
From 9 to noon, July 21-23, The Infield will hold a |
 | Holiday Hours: Independence Day
Above, the famous John Trumbull painting depicting the presentation of the Declaration to John Hancock. John Adams is standing on the right of the Committee of Five. Right, the Bill of Rights currently on display at Williams College.
Independence Day will be celebrated Friday, July 4. It is a federal holiday |
| Berkshire Communities Awarded Mass Save Municipal Energy Manager Grants
BOSTON, Mass. — As part of their commitment to energy efficiency for cities and towns throughout Massachusetts, the Sponsors of Mass Save today announced the recipients of the inaugural Mass Save Municipal Energy Manager Grant program.
The funding will be used to hire 24 energy managers across the state, each of whom |
| SteepleCats Slip to 4-13
LYNN, Mass. -- Alex Marot went 3-for-4 with a triple Monday to lead the North Shore Navigators to a 10-1 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.
J.T. Thompson went 1-for-4 and scored a run to lead North Adams' offense.
The SteepleCats (4-13) go to Keene, N.H., on |
| North Adams Council Accepts Airport Grant, But Not Without Comment
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The management of Harriman-West Airport continues to generate heated debate between the City Council and the mayor.
Acceptance of a $22,700 grant from the state for controllers at Gates 1 and 5 last week reignited sparring over whether the city is in compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration |
 | Roxie's Barkery has Grown in Size
The 'barkery' offers its locally produced dog treats and custom cakes as well as merchandise.
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Roxie's Barkery and Boutique has expanded, creating more room for items in its shop.
Owner McKenna Burzimati started the dog treats business online in 2020, an |
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