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Summer school is in session for young wildlife| 12:03PM / Sunday, June 16, 2024 | |
June has long been the month when children and adults celebrate a break from the classroom with a summer of adventure and relaxation. But for young wildlife, June is the start of summer school. This is the time of year when coyote pups and fox, skunk, and raccoon kits start to emerge from their dens to join their adults for a crash course on how to be a successful wild animal. With less than one year before leaving their family group, these young animals will have a busy summer learning how to survive on their own. One important lesson for a young animal is how to hunt and forage for food. Coyotes, foxes, skunks, and raccoons are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and meat. At first,
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Goodwill Receives Grant from Eversource| 08:00AM / Sunday, June 16, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Goodwill Industries of the Berkshires and Southern Vermont announced that it has received a grant of $1,200 from the Eversource Foundation for its Soar for Success program. In the last year, Goodwill's Soar for Success program served 53 individuals with job coaching and other services, and provided 1,168 vouchers for clothing and household items to individuals in need. Goodwill's Soar for Success job training program focuses on teaching essential employment skills, provides interview and work-appropriate clothing, and helps community members' secure meaningful work. The program is offered free of charge to all Berkshire County residents. 0 Comments
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Dalton Historical Enters First Phase of Establishing 2nd Historic DistrictBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
06:30PM / Saturday, June 15, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Historical Commission has embarked on the first phase of establishing its second historical district. During last week's meeting, co-Chair Louisa Horth brought three maps of the proposed district, which would run from the cemetery on Park Avenue down to Depot Street. She recommended dividing the proposed district into multiple sections and assigning each section to specific commissioners. The commission is responsible for taking pictures of every building within the district that meets historical status. On the back of each photo, they need to include the building's historical significance, the year it was built, and the 0 Comments
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Jimmy Fund Fishing Derby Results | 12:40PM / Saturday, June 15, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The 2024 winners of the 32nd Annual Harry A. Bateman Memorial Jimmy Fund Fishing Derby that was held Saturday June 1, 2024. There were 330 in attendance, a record attendance. Children Heaviest Game Fish Category 1st Place: Mason Kucka – Pike 3 lbs. 13 oz. 2nd Place: Quintyn Shuttleworth - Largemouth Bass- 2 lbs. 6 oz. 3rd Place: Mila Ostellino – Rainbow Trout – 1 lbs. 11 0z. Children Heaviest Non-Game Fish Category 1st Place: Cloe Shuttleworth – Bow Fin – 6 lbs. 2nd Place Errichetto – Bull Head – 13oz. 3rd Place: Cassidy Wojnicki - Bullhead - 11oz. Adult Heaviest Game Fish Category 1st Place: 0 Comments
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Bianchi-Barbarotta Foundation Raises Over $40K at Golf Tournament| 08:12AM / Saturday, June 15, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Bianchi-Barbarotta Foundation announced that the 28th Annual Golf Tournament, held at the Wyndhurst Golf Club, raised over $40,000. Each year, the foundation awards $5,000 in scholarships to local student-athletes pursuing higher education. This support helps them achieve their academic and athletic goals at colleges and universities. Moreover, the foundation recognizes outstanding community service by awarding $2,500 annually to a "Volunteer of the Year." This award is designated for use at a non-profit organization chosen by the recipient, fostering a spirit of giving and community support. "We are incredibly grateful to all 0 Comments
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Two People Shot in Downtown PittsfieldiBerkshires.com Staff,
07:07PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
UPDATE: Pittsfield Police say the two individuals who were shot on Friday were treated at Berkshire Medical Center and are expected to survive. It is believed that both victims were shot by the same person who fled the scene on foot. Based on evidence collected to this point, police do not believe the Friday's shooting is related to Tuesday's in which a city man was killed. The suspect in that fatal incident has been arrested and charged with murder. Law enforcement officials are asking for the public's cooperation in this investigation as oftentimes it is instrumental in the investigation and prosecution of these cases. Anyone who wishes to provide 0 Comments
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Berkshire Museum Opens 'The Wild Indoors' ExhibitBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
04:50PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
The pieces are displayed with some of the museum's collection of taxidermy animals. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Museum has opened its newest exhibit, "The Wild Indoors," by award-winning artist Julie Bell. The exhibit runs through Sept. 29 and combines some of the museum's collection of taxidermy animals with Bell's fantasy art and realistic painting of the wild animals from across the united states. This is Bell's first solo museum exhibition for wildlife or fantasies. She uses oil painting to bring to life wildlife including a lion, wolves, bears, cows, bisons, a dog, and more. "It's the 0 Comments
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Free Eagles Community Band Concert| 04:11PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Eagles Community Band will perform a free concert on Tuesday, June 18, 7pm at The First Street Common in Pittsfield. Selections include "Strike Up the Band," "The Olympic Spirit," "Cross of St. Andrew," "Lennon and McCarthy Solid Gold," "Pie in the Face Polka," and more. It is recommended that attendees bring a blanket or chair. The Eagles Community Band is the longest continuous performing ensemble in the Berkshires. 0 Comments
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Notification of Aquatic Treatment at Onota Lake| 04:05PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Onota Lake will be chemically treated with aquatic herbicides on Monday, June 17 to control invasive Eurasian watermilfoil. The lake will be closed to all water uses including swimming, fishing and boating on the day of treatment. These uses may resume on Tuesday morning, June 18. Use of the lake water for irrigation (watering lawns, gardens or plants of any kind) is prohibited for 8 days post treatment. Printed posters with these restrictions will be posted around the lake shoreline in advance of the treatment. 0 Comments
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@theMarket: Inflation Down, Stocks Up & the Fed on HoldBy Bill Schmick,
03:15PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
Stocks hit an all-time high as macroeconomic data supported the view that the rate of inflation was falling, even while the economy continued to grow. However, the Fed said it wants to hold off on interest rate cuts until they get some more data. Both the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI) for May showed cooler inflation data. CPI came in at plus-3.3 percent down from 3.4 percent in April. Prices for some household items such as gasoline and bacon declined. The PPI went down 0.2 percent in May compared with market expectations of a 0.1 percent increase and after a rise of 0.5 percent in April. Prices for goods fell 0.8 percent, the most since October 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Festivals, Celebrations & MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
02:29PM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
 There are a variety of events this weekend, including a festivals, Juneteenth celebrations, and Father's Day events. Editor's Picks Juneteenth Celebration Durant Park, Pittsfield Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. In recognition of Black Independence Day, Juneteenth, the NAACP Berkshire County Branch will hold multiple activities, including raising the Juneteenth flag at Pittsfield City Hall, a Freedom Walk, a Community Worship Service, and a day-long festival at Durant Park. The festival features food trucks, vendors, community partners, and student scholarships for Black-identifying Berkshire County high school students. There will also be a 3 0 Comments
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O'Donnell Leads Post 68 Juniors on Mound, at Plate| 11:08AM / Friday, June 14, 2024 | |
 EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass. -- Ethan O'Donnell struck out 10 and allowed just one hit Thursday in leading the Post 68 Juniors to a 12-0 win over East Longmeadow in American Legion Baseball play. O'Donnell helped his cause by going 2-for-3 with a triple and driving in three runs at the place. His battery mate, Christian Aldrich, went 3-for-4 with a double and drove in four runs for Post 68, which jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning. Jack Farkas tripled and had a pair of RBIs. Post 68 (1-1) is home on Sunday afternoon against North Adams Post 125 on Buddy Pellerin Field at Clapp Park. 0 Comments
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