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Governor Files Legislation to Rename the Executive Office of Elder Affairs | 12:30PM / Sunday, June 02, 2024 | |
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll Administration filed legislation to rename the Executive Office of Elder Affairs to the Executive Office of Aging & Independence to better represent and reflect the values of older adults in Massachusetts. This timing is part of the celebration of Older Americans Month, which takes place in May. The proposed name change is part of the agency's ongoing efforts to expand its reach and ensure older people throughout Massachusetts can access needed information, services, and support through every stage of aging. The name was selected following significant research that included focus groups, surveys, 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Council OKs $3M Borrowing for Failing PHS BoilersBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
08:01AM / Sunday, June 02, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council has authorized the borrowing of $3 million for new boilers at Pittsfield High School — a project that was originally going to be funded by ARPA.
The nearly 100-year-old boilers are original to the building and have exceeded their useful life, officials say. They are converted locomotive engines that are extremely inefficient and expensive to maintain.
The replacement design was recently completed and a low bid was received. After looking at the numbers, it was clear that the allocated $1 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds would not be enough.
"$213,210 was spent on emergency repairs and the design work for the replacement
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Composting with Bears in Mind| 11:46AM / Saturday, June 01, 2024 | |
 The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says many people are having problems with bears looking for food near their homes, and with the food scrap ban in effect the department is providing tips for people who are composting at home so they can avoid attracting hungry bears. "We have been receiving lots of reports of bears on decks, tearing down bird feeders, wrecking beehives, killing chickens, and getting into trash, compost and garbage containers," said bear biologist Jaclyn Comeau. "We are offering some guidance on how to compost at home without attracting bears." "First though, to deter bears, bird feeders need to be taken down until we have a foot
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Farley-Bouvier Receives Children's League of Massachusetts Award| 08:56AM / Saturday, June 01, 2024 | |
BOSTON — The Children's League of Massachusetts (CLM) gathered with more than 130 advocates, staff from direct service provider organizations, and legislators at the Massachusetts State House to amplify legislative priorities and budget investments vital for vulnerable children, youth, and families across the Commonwealth. The program included awards presented to four dedicated children's provider staff members, and to three legislative champions. CLM presented awards to three legislative champions from across the state who have persistently advocated to dismantle systemic barriers. Representative Tricia Farley-Bouvier, Senator Robyn Kennedy were honored as 0 Comments
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BCC Graduates Embraced for Varying Journeys to DegreesBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
06:37AM / Saturday, June 01, 2024 | |
Charles Redd, who graduated from BCC's nursing program, was the keynote speaker. Jessica Hall was valedictorian and Logan Osario salutatorian. See more photos here. LENOX, Mass. — Navigating community college was a different journey for each student but each path leads to the gratifying destination of a degree or certificate.
During Berkshire Community College's 64th commencement, 189 students graduated under sunny skies at Tanglewood. Nearly 30 different associate degrees and certificates totaling 191 were awarded to scholars of all ages and life experiences who are bound by their time at BCC. Graduates ranged in age from 19 to 63, with an average age of 0 Comments
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New York Man Charged With Enticing a Child| 10:21PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A 62-year-old New York State man was arraigned Friday for enticement of a child. David Stypa was arrested on Thursday and charged with enticement of a child younger than 16; two counts of disseminating obscene matter to a minor; and attempt to commit a crime. Stypa was arraigned in Central Berkshire District Court in front of Judge Jennifer Tyne, who ordered he be held on $100,000 cash bail. The defendent was arrested following an investigation into his online communications with a minor and is alleged to have been in communication with the child over online platforms. When Stypa was arrested, he was allegedly in route to meet the 0 Comments
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Berkshire Community College Degrees & Certificates for 2024| 10:09PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College held its 64th commencement ceremony on Friday, May 31, at Tanglewood. The college awarded 152 associate degrees (including 105 associate in science degrees and 47 associate in arts degrees) and 39 certificates. A total of 191 awards were conferred to 189 students in 36 programs of study. Two students received more than one degree or certificate, and one student completed degree requirements as an Early College student. The 2024 graduates, listed by degree or certificate awarded, include the following: Associate in Arts, Business Administration: Aryane Dyana Dos Santos, Andrew P. Gillman, Arianna R. 0 Comments
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Community Hero: Danielle Nichole MunnBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:35PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
Danielle Munn with friends in this photo courtesy of Casi Kristant, left. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Witch Slapped owner and founder Danielle Nichole Munn has been nominated for the May Community Hero of the Month. The Community Hero of the Month series recognizes individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their community. The series is in partnership with Haddad Auto and will run for the next six months. Nominate a community hero here. Munn moved to the Berkshires in 2018 when she met her husband, Gary Munn, who grew up in the area. "I have never lived in a more diverse and more welcoming and more connected 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Council Cuts School Budget After 'Unprofessional' CommentsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
04:13PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council preliminarily approved a $216 million budget for fiscal year 2025 with a last-minute reduction to the schools.
The meeting took an unexpected twist when displeasure with comments made during a School Committee meeting last week was brought forward and councilors voted to reduce the district's $82 million budget by $200,000, dropping the proposed city budget to $215,955,210.
Councilor at Large Earl Persip III motioned for the reduction, clarifying that it was not a retaliation. Two days before the School Committee meeting on May 22, there were unsuccessful motions to reduce the district budget by $730,000 and $250,000 during Committee of
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@theMarket: Bond Yields Higher, Inflation Lower With Stocks Caught in MiddleBy Bill Schmick,
03:12PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
This week, bond yields across the board rose on the back of several disappointing U.S. Treasury bond auctions. However, the Fed's key inflation index, the PCE, for last month came in a touch cooler. It helped, but not enough to keep stocks in the green for the week. Three bond auctions this week met with tepid interest from buyers sending bond yields to their highest levels in over a month. The scorecard on government debt sales was 0 for three as two-, five-, and seven-year notes worth a total of $183 billion faced a chilly reception from bond investors worldwide. Who can blame them? As the months pass, the U.S. debt level continues to rise. All most investors can see is 0 Comments
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Berkshire County Historical Society Offers Bird Walk | 03:04PM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Sunday, June 2, the Berkshire County Historical Society will offer a bird walk with Ben Nickley, Director of Berkshire Bird Observatory. According to a press release: Birds are miraculous! Especially in early summer when they dazzle us with bright, nuptial colors and serenade us with a profusion of happy song. On this walk, Nickley will help you find and identify many newly arrived migratory birds as you explore the historic grounds of Arrowhead. The walk begins at 7:30 am, and is limited to twenty participants. Tickets are $10 for BCHS members, $15 for non-members; use the BOOK NOW button at berkshirehistory.org to 0 Comments
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Library's Short Story Contest Begins June 1| 08:10AM / Friday, May 31, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, and the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum announced the 46th Annual Short Story Writing Contest for Children and the 27th Annual Short Story Writing Contest for Young Adults. The contest opens on Saturday, June 1, 2024, and closes at 4 pm on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024. Youth Services Library Assistant Katie Robertson remembered entering the Library's short story contest as a youth. "It made me excited to have something I wrote featured in the library. It made me so proud,” she said. “I love to share this experience with young library patrons and encourage them to 0 Comments
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