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@theMarket: Slowing Inflation Inflates StocksBy Bill Schmick,
05:27PM / Friday, July 21, 2023 | |
It appears the Federal Reserve Bank's long battle against inflation is showing some progress. This week, two key inflation measures indicated inflation rose at its slowest pace since March 2021. Investors celebrated the news. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for June rose a mere 0.2 percent and only 3 percent over the prior year. Both measures were a bit better than economists were forecasting. If you strip out food and gas prices, the core CPI climbed 0.2 percent month over month and 4.8 percent over last year; again, slightly better than expectations. The Producer Price Index (PPI) also saw some encouraging news. June's wholesale prices followed the CPI data lower. PPI rose 0 Comments
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Neal Touts $3M Wahconah Park EarmarkBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
02:50PM / Friday, July 21, 2023 | |
Congressman Richie Neal discusses the earmark and historic Wahconah Park with Mayor Linda Tyer on Friday at City Hall. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A $3 million federal earmark will bolster the revitalization of Wahconah Park and shows the government's recognition of its significance.
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal on Friday officially announced the historic baseball site's allocation to local and state officials at City Hall.
"I think for those of us who are sporting fans and former participants, the word 'iconic' is overused in America," he said. "But guess what? When it comes to Wahconah Park, it’s the appropriate designation.
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West Nile Found in Pittsfield Mosquito Samples| 12:58PM / Friday, July 21, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The state Department of Public Health on Friday confirmed the presence of West Nile virus in samples of mosquitoes collected by the Berkshire County Mosquito Control Project within the city. There is no current confirmed human case of West Nile in Pittsfield. It is very important to take personal protective measures to avoid bites: When outdoors, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and socks. Use a repellent with DEET according to the instructions on the product label. Keep mosquitoes out of your house by repairing holes in screens and making sure screens fit tightly to doors and windows. Schedule outdoor events to avoid the hours 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Board OKs Site Plan for Cannabis FacilityBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:47AM / Friday, July 21, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A cannabis cultivation facility has received a stamp of approval from the Community Development Board.
On Monday, the panel approved a site plan to outfit a facility at 17 Taconic Park Drive. Elevated Gardens LLC has been working on the venture for several years.
"We have a 2000 square foot unit that will be fitting out the interior of the building and just processing cannabis for cultivation for retailers," Executive Christopher Fazio explained.
He explained that it is a "very small," tier-one cultivation operation, meaning that it is under 5,000 square feet and that there will be about 90 plants in flower at one time.
Fazio reported that
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Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground on Affordable Dalton HomeBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:19PM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
Select Board members and Town Manager Tom Hutcheson take a turn at the shovels on Thursday. DALTON, Mass. — Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a Gulf Road build on Thursday, bringing an affordable home ownership option to a quiet neighborhood.
In less than a year there will be a 1,500-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch priced in the low $200,000 range on the property next to the historic Fitch-Hoose House.
"This has been a long haul to get to here today," CEO Carolyn Valli said. "It's been over three years which is not our normal pace but we're just so glad that probably within six months we'll see a family in this
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Greylock Federal Credit Union Welcomes New VP, Branches Manger| 04:59PM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union has hired Mohammad Khan, a New York banking executive, to fill the role of vice president and market manager overseeing the Kellogg Street and Allendale branches in Pittsfield as well as the Lanesborough branch. "Mohammad has served in retail banking for over 18 years," said Senior Vice President of Retail Services Robert Sims. "His values strongly align with Greylock and he brings a track record of high performance and strong leadership. We are excited to have him on the team." Khan started his career in banking in 2005 and comes to Greylock from Capital Bank/Chemung Canal Trust in Latham, N.Y., where he 0 Comments
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The Retired Investor: Cargo Theft Is Bain of Business in AmericaBy Bill Schmick,
04:25PM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
Retail theft in general is a growing problem in the United States and organized crime has long considered that cargo is its most lucrative target. Crooks have used everything from road pirates to sophisticated computer hacking to rake in billions of dollars and that number is increasing each year. Possibly the fastest-growing segment of theft in the U.S. is related to cargo. The commercial shipment of freight moving by railroad car, truck, and aircraft, as well as storage, warehouses, distribution, and consolidation facilities, is the red meat for cargo pirates. It is a large industry that accounts for anywhere between $15 to $35 billion in thefts per year. Depending on what 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Beach Party, Live Music and More By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
01:30PM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
 There will be a variety of events in the Berkshires this weekend including community events, concerts, an animation showing, and more. *Do you want your market or event included in the outlook? Email info@iberkshires.com. Editor's Pick North Adams Beach Party Historic Eagle Street Time: Saturday, 3:30 to 10. The city spreads more than 250,000 pounds of sand curb-to-curb along Eagle Street to create an urban beach. The family-friendly beach party on Saturday runs from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. followed by an adult-oriented fiesta, complete with margaritas served on the beach, from 7 to 10. Friday I Am a Part of 0 Comments
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Paronto Pitches Pittsfield Past Connecticut Champs| 12:20PM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
 NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Connor Paronto struck out eight and allowed just two hits and no earned runs for the Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14-year-old All-Stars in a 12-1 win over Waterford, Conn., on Thursday morning at the New England Championship. Paronto announced his presence in the bottom of the first with his team on top, 1-0. The Connecticut state champions used a single, a walk and an error to load the bases with two out, and Paronto got the next hitter on three straight strikes to end the inning. He went on to strand runners at the corners in the third inning with a fly ball to Brendan Socie, and he left two on in the fifth with an inning-ending groundout to first 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Man Arrested in Shooting Incident| 10:07AM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A Pittsfield man is under arrest after allegedly discharging a firearm inside a vehicle. Ryan Starbird, 19, was injured in the incident along with another Pittsfield man who was in the vehicle with him. Both are currently being treated at Berkshire Medical Center for gunshot injuries. Police were dispatched to the Walmart parking lot in Berkshire Crossing around 2 a.m. on Thursday when a caller reported two people had been shot. Police did not disclose whether the caller was one of the injured or the name of the other adult. Officers provided medical aid to both men at the scene. Investigators located one shell casing 0 Comments
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Pittsfield's West Street Topic of Forum| 05:55AM / Thursday, July 20, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A community forum will take another look into the proposed changes for slowing traffic on West Street. The public meeting will be held in the Crosby Elementary School auditorium, 517 West St., on Monday, July 24, at 6 p.m. It is being hosted by he city's Department of Public Services, the Pittsfield Community Design Center and City Councilor Dina Lampiasi. An overview of the proposed changes for traffic-calming measures for West Street between Valentine Road and Government Drive will be provided. Attendees will also have an opportunity to share their thoughts and provide input on the project. Proposed improvements that were presented 0 Comments
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Hammill Hammers 4 Hits as Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14s Win Regional Opener| 08:36PM / Wednesday, July 19, 2023 | |
 NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Andrew Hammill went 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles and seven RBIs Wednesday to lead the Pittsfield Babe Ruth 14-year-old All-Stars to a 20-8 win over Maine champion Tri-County in the New England Championships. Pittsfield put the game away with a six-run top of the sixth inning to make a winner of Cam Hillard, who allowed five earned runs in 3 and two-thirds innings on the mound. Noah Arnold finished up on the hill, allowing one earned run in 2 and a third innings. Jackson Almeida, Eddie Ferris and Connor Paronto each had three hits in a 23-hit attack for Pittsfield, which went through five Tri-County pitchers. Pittsfield (1-0) 0 Comments
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