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Millennials' Transmission Seen as Driving State’s COVID-19 UptickBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
07:46PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 BOSTON — Gov. Charlie Baker on Tuesday declined to characterize the commonwealth as being at the start of a "second wave" of COVID-19 transmission. But he had no trouble identifying the source of a recent surge in the spread of the novel coronavirus. "I think it's really important to point out once again … and Dr. [Deborah] Birx said the same thing when she was here last week: The biggest single issue that's driving case growth is familiar people being familiar with each other," Baker said Tuesday afternoon. "She talked, in particular, when she talked to us, about something we've seen in our own data, which is a really 0 Comments
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Cold Front Could Bring Snow for the WeekendStaff Reports,
05:58PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 Warming temperatures ahead of an approaching low pressure system with a sharp cool down with its passage.
Loop of forecast maps: https://t.co/ppSd7z6Ewe #nywx #ctwx #mawx #vtwx pic.twitter.com/K8VegAv8tI — NWS Albany (@NWSAlbany) October 13, 2020 Mother Nature will be giving the Berkshires some warmth this week before sending a chill through the region — and possibly snow. Temperatures are expected to rise into the low 70s on Thursday for some mild fall weather but that will be followed by heavy rain along the coast and cold front cross the country from the west. Together, that may bring snowfall for the higher regions, and particularly to North 0 Comments
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Dalton Man Arraigned in Political Sign ArsonStaff Reports, iBerkshires
03:06PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A dangerousness hearing is being held for the defendant in the Holiday Brook Farm arson. Lonnie Durfee, 49, of Dalton was arraigned in Central Berkshire District Court on Tuesday on a charge of burning personal property. Durfee was charged with setting fire on Friday evening to a political sign made up of nearly 20 plastic-covered hay bales that was near the roadway. The Berkshire district attorney's office requested the court hold Durfee as a danger to the community. Judge Paul Smyth scheduled a dangerousness hearing for Friday. "This is a sad reflection of the vast polarization in our country and in the 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Cautions Benefits Events Not Sponsored by City| 02:28PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — City officials are cautioning residents about a recent mailing regarding an upcoming retirement benefits events scheduled for Oct. 27 and Oct. 29. These information events are not sponsored by the city of Pittsfield. The mailing bears the "City of Pittsfield" logo and accompanying tagline, "The Heart of the Berkshires" along with a personalized greeting. Residents should know that the advertised event is entirely sponsored and hosted by the business mentioned in the mailing. 0 Comments
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Family Nurse Practitioner Joins CHP Lee Family Practice| 02:11PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. Community Health Programs Lee Family Practice has added a new family nurse practitioner to its clinical team. Janell Hostetler will see patients of all ages. She received both her bachelor's and master's degrees in nursing from Chamberlain University in Illinois, and she is board-certified in family health by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society of Nursing, the Golden Key International Honour Society and the American Nurses Association. She has also served as a volunteer with the ABCCM free clinic and women's shelter in North Carolina. Hostetler worked 0 Comments
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Now More Than Ever: Get Your Flu ShotSubmitted by Christopher Sprowl and Jacqueline Jon,
02:04PM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — With COVID-19 infections on the rise in many states, and with winter coming, we all need to roll up our sleeves for a flu shot. COVID-19 and the flu are both respiratory infections, with similar symptoms. Each, if serious, can damage the lungs and pose deadly risks for people with underlying conditions. Each can be spread by an asymptomatic infected person exhaling droplets. None of us can afford to be infected with both viruses. The difference: there's no vaccine against COVID-19 yet, but there is a vaccine for the flu. The data shows us over and over again that this preventive measure, which is widely available, can prevent flu or diminish 0 Comments
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Baker-Polito Administration Launches Eviction Diversion Initiative| 11:57AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 BOSTON — The Baker-Polito administration has launched a $171 million "Eviction Diversion Initiative" to keep tenants safely in their homes and to support the ongoing expenses of landlords once the commonwealth's pause of evictions and foreclosures expires on Saturday, Oct. 17. This strategy was developed by a cross-agency team assembled by the administration in coordination with the Massachusetts Trial Court to manage the end of the moratorium on Oct. 17 and reflects input from a broad range of stakeholders. "The pandemic has created financial challenges for many individuals and families who are struggling with rent payments, and today we are 0 Comments
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Downtown Pittsfield Newsletter: Oct. 13| 11:18AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
Trick or Eat in Downtown Pittsfield!
Support our local restaurants on Halloween weekend and score some Halloween candy treats with your meal! A Cheesy Classic.
The Mish Mush Burger: mushrooms, caramelized onions, manchego fondue
Mission Bar + Tapas
438 North St., Pittsfield
413.499.1736
www.missionberkshires.com
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Avoid Financial Mistakes During RetirementSubmitted by Edward Jones,
10:40AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 When you retire, you've learned a lot about all sorts of things, helping you avoid some of the mistakes you made earlier in life. However, you may still be susceptible to financial missteps specifically related to your retirement years. How can you dodge these errors? Consider these suggestions: Manage your withdrawal rate carefully. You will likely need to tap into your retirement accounts – your IRA and 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored plan. But you should establish an annual withdrawal rate that's appropriate for your situation. By withdrawing too much each year, especially in the early years of your retirement, you risk outliving your resources. You may want 0 Comments
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Mount Greylock School Committee Debates Public Access to Meeting PacketsBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
04:01AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The interim superintendent of the Mount Greylock Regional School District on Thursday advised the School Committee to continue denying the public access to information lest the committee's work become part of the "public discourse." Last month, the committee heard a public comment drafted by iBerkshires.com reporter Stephen Dravis that questioned why the body refuses to post supporting material for topics under discussion at public meetings prior to the meeting. The district's past practice has been to post background material — like a district policy to be voted on in a meeting or a draft budget — after the meeting has 4 Comments
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Downtown Pittsfield Announces 'Trick or Eat'Staff Reports, iBerkshires
02:40AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Dining in downtown Pittsfield will be a spooky occasion over the Halloween weekend. Downtown Pittsfield Inc. will be holding a "Trick or Eat" event over Halloween, Friday, Oct. 30, to Sunday, Nov. 1. Trick or Eat is sponsored by Downtown Pittsfield Inc. with candy sponsors: Big Y, Lee Bank, Market 32, and the Marketplace Café. Any diners wearing a costume or a Halloween themed COVID-19 mask at participating restaurants will receive a handful of treats with the purchase of a dine-in or take-out meal. Participating restaurants are: Berkshire General Store District Kitchen & 1 Comment
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PEDA Further Approves Cultivation Facility ProjectBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
01:13AM / Tuesday, October 13, 2020 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Economic Development Authority board unanimously approved last week two motions to bring marijuana cultivators Berkshire Kind to the William Stanley Business Park. One year ago, PEDA voted to support the project and authorize the program director to sign the option-to-purchase agreement. PEDA first renewed Berkshire Kind's option agreement to purchase Lot 4 in the park. This agreement had expired on Oct. 1 and would require Berkshire Kind to put down a non-refundable $10,000 payment. This payment would apply to the purchase price of the lot. The board also agreed on funding a site assessment grant for Berkshire Kind, 1 Comment
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