Sten Spinella

1 week ago | berkshireeagle.com | Sten Spinella

NORTH ADAMS — The red pen of President Donald Trump’s administration has again struck its mark in Berkshire County: It has cut the federal aid that helps local communities prepare for future natural disasters, such as severe weather events in Berkshire County. Earlier this month, the Trump administration ended the Federal Emergency Management Agency grant program called Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, or BRIC.

1 week ago | berkshireeagle.com | Sten Spinella

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NORTH ADAMS — Welcome to the new Grazie. After a monthlong hiatus to transition, the restaurant is poised to reopen next week in a new location — and with a new vision. Owner and Chef Matt Tatro on Wednesday that Grazie had secured its liquor license, and will open April 16 at 310 State St., which formerly hosted The Venue, an event space. “We rehabbed the takeout window so we can serve takeout to the park there throughout the summer,” Tatro said.

2 weeks ago | berkshireeagle.com | Sten Spinella

WILLIAMSTOWN — The loss of hot water at the Sweetwood assisted living community has forced the closure of its kitchen, which residents typically rely on for their meals. After a resident’s child filed a complaint, the Williamstown Health Department shut down Sweetwood’s kitchen on Monday, citing a lack of hot water at the facility. The

2 weeks ago | berkshireeagle.com | Sten Spinella

NORTH ADAMS — Mayor Jennifer Macksey will be running for a third term. The two-term North Adams mayor pulled her nomination papers last week, making official her decision to run for reelection. Her choice was not difficult to make, she said Monday. “It’s a natural decision in that I still have a lot of work to do, and my job as mayor is far from over,” she said.