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State Fire Marshal: Keep Warm, Keep Safe During Cold Snap| 01:44PM / Thursday, February 02, 2023 | |
STOW, Mass. — With bitter cold temperatures heading our way this weekend, State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey is reminding residents to "Keep Warm, Keep Safe" and avoid fire and carbon monoxide (CO) hazards while heating their homes. "Home heating equipment is the second-leading cause of residential fires and the main source of carbon monoxide at home," Ostroskey said. "Working smoke and CO alarms are your first line of defense against these hazards. With furnaces, fireplaces, and space heaters working overtime this weekend, be sure they're installed on every floor of your home and test them to be sure you and your family are 0 Comments
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BArT Educator Named Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction| 12:10PM / Thursday, February 02, 2023 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. — Alex Chautin, an English Language Arts teacher at Berkshire Arts & Technology (BArT) Charter Public School was recently selected as a Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction by The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Chautin was nominated by a student for outstanding dedication and commitment to excellence in the profession, said a press release. Each year student members of NSHSS are invited to nominate the educator who has made the most significant contribution to their academic career for the Claes Nobel Educator of Distinction award. "Dedicated educators who exhibit a commitment to excellence deserve 0 Comments
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Nomination Papers for Great Barrington Town Offices Available| 10:56AM / Thursday, February 02, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Candidates can now begin taking out nomination papers to run for election to a board or committee. The last day to take out papers is March 17. The last day to return papers is March 21, by 5 pm Papers need a minimum of 30 signatures The annual town election is May 9. "Half of the job is knowing how the town works and answering residents' questions and the other half is listening," said outgoing Selectboard member Ed Abrahams, who won't seek re-election after serving three terms. "If you have a serious interest in town government operations and in our community, this is a great 0 Comments
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Market 32 Earns URAC Reaccreditation in Specialty Pharmacy | 01:30PM / Monday, January 30, 2023 | |
 SCHENECTADY, NY. — Price Chopper/Market 32 Supermarkets announced that its specialty pharmacy has been reaccredited under the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) specialty pharmacy accreditation 4.0 standards. The company first launched specialty pharmacy services in 2015. According to a press release, URAC is the independent leader in promoting health care quality, setting high standards for clinical practice, consumer protections, performance measurement, operations infrastructure, and risk management. "Receiving this URAC accreditation reinforces the commitment of our Specialty Pharmacy team to provide the highest quality of 0 Comments
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MassDOT Advisory: West Stock Bridge Gaurdrail and Bridge Repair| 08:23AM / Friday, January 27, 2023 | |
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) reported that it will be conducting guardrail and bridge repair operations on I-90 eastbound and westbound in Blandford, West Stockbridge, Montgomery, and Russell. The work will be conducted at different times and locations in the day and evening on Monday, Jan. 30, and during the day on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Lane closures will be in place during repair operations. The location and schedule for the work will be as follows: Blandford Guardrail repair work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound at mile marker 28.5 in the breakdown lane on Monday, Jan. 30, and 0 Comments
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Colonial Power Aggregation Program Available in West Stockbridge | 03:04PM / Thursday, January 26, 2023 | |
 WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — There is electrical service available at a lower rate than National Grid for West Stockbridge residents. The Town of West Stockbridge has an aggregation agreement through Colonial Power. Most residents automatically opted into this program. Those who were not can "proactively" enroll rather than wait for the the next sweep mailing. Anyone from West Stockbridge can proactively join at any time by completing the form on their website or by calling Colonial at 866-485-5858 or Dynegy at 866-220-5696. Information about the program including the opt-in form can be found here: 0 Comments
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Berkshire HorseWorks, Inc. Welcomes to its Board Of Directors | 12:39PM / Wednesday, January 25, 2023 | |
 RICHMOND, Mass. — Berkshire HorseWorks, Inc. welcomed Susan Cohen, immigration attorney and author and Jennifer Seelig, television producer and deputy director of media affairs for Jon Kasich's Presidential Campaign, to its Board of Directors. According to a press release: Susan Cohen, a nationally recognized immigration lawyer who founded & chaired Mintz's Immigration practice, has played an instrumental role is shaping both federal and state regulation for over 30 years. Cohen recently became a best-selling author with the publication of "Journeys from There to Here". She is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers 2 Comments
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William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty Names Manager of the Year | 08:43AM / Wednesday, January 25, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty announced that Stephanie McNair, manager of the Berkshire brokerages of William Pitt International Realty, has been named the company's 2022 Manager of the Year. Chosen from among 17 managers company-wide, McNair earned the award in her first year in the role, which entails overseeing 36 agents and staff in the firm's Lenox and Great Barrington offices. It is also the first time in the firm's history that a Massachusetts brokerage manager has received the accolade. "I am proud to announce Stephanie McNair as our Manager of the Year, an honor well deserved," said Paul Breunich, 0 Comments
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Adams Community Bank Promotes Nine Employees| 04:00PM / Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Community Bank (ACB) announced promotions for nine employees in its Operations Center. Becky Crouse has been promoted to Vice President BSA Officer. Becky joined the Bank 22 years ago as a teller. Throughout the years, she's earned various financial certificates and diplomas and has received multiple promotions. She is currently enrolled in the New England School for Financial Studies. Renelle Moser has been promoted to Marketing and Communication Officer. Renelle joined ACB six years ago as a Marketing Specialist and, in 2020, was promoted to Marketing Manager. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from Massachusetts College of 0 Comments
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Berkshire County Braces for Another Winter Storm | 03:39PM / Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | |
Guess what? More snow The US National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for Wednesday, Jan. 25, for Berkshire County. The watch is in effect from 11 am to Thursday, Jan. 26 at 4 pm. Expect heavy mixed precipitation with total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. A light ice accumulation is also possible. Snow will develop early Wednesday afternoon, becoming moderate to heavy through the evening with rates of .5 to 1 inch per hour. The snow will become a wintry mix of sleet and freezing rain Wednesday night before temperatures rise above freezing and precipitation turns to rain. Wind gusts could blow as high as 35 mph. Snow Emergency 1 Comment
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Adams Community Bank Donates to Local Nonprofits| 04:04PM / Sunday, January 22, 2023 | |
ADAMS, Mass. — Adams Community Bank (ACB) ended 2022 with a donation of $75,000 to local food pantries, food banks, and fuel assistance programs. ACB's Senior Vice President of Communications and Community Engagement Maureen Baran presented donations to several Berkshire County nonprofits. Adams Community Bank began its December donation efforts by presenting BCAC's Fuel Assistance program with a $50,000 donation. This program is part of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a federally funded program to help low-income households with their energy costs. The program runs from Nov. 1 to April 30 each year and covers the cost of various 0 Comments
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1.5 Million Meals Donated to Food Banks from Big Y| 08:00AM / Sunday, January 22, 2023 | |
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y's annual Sack Hunger campaign provides funds for the four food banks within their 2 state marketing area. In turn, these food banks support local soup kitchens, food pantries, senior food programs, daycare centers and many others of the 2,100 member agencies that they help every day. Their goal is to maximize access to nutritious food and other resources that support food security for those at risk of hunger. For $5, customers supported Sack Hunger at Big Y's 72 supermarkets or Table & Vine Fine Wines and Liquors. Every $5 donation brings 10 meals to those in need of support. Big Y's Sack Hunger campaign started in 0 Comments
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