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BCC Offers Three New Programs | 08:05AM / Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) introduces three new certificate programs for the fall semester, which begins on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. To apply to the College or for more information, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/academics. The Addiction Counselor Education (ACE) certificate prepares human services professionals for work in the substance use field. Graduates of this program will be trained to offer supervised substance use services that include individual and group counseling, assessment and documentation, case planning, client services support, community service outreach and referrals for individuals and families. The 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Council Endorses 11 Departmental BudgetsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:10PM / Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council last week preliminarily approved 11 department budgets in under 90 minutes on the first day of fiscal year 2025 hearings.
Mayor Peter Marchetti has proposed a $216,155,210 operating budget, a 5 percent increase from the previous year. After the council supported a petition for a level-funded budget earlier this year, the mayor asked each department to come up with a level-funded and a level-service-funded spending plan.
"The budget you have in front of you this evening is a responsible budget that provides a balance between a level service and a level-funded budget that kept increases to a minimum while keeping services that met the
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Letter: Give Student Petitioner Flag ResponsibilitiesLetter to the Editor,
03:05PM / Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | |
 To the Editor:
Regarding the sophomore student at Mount Greylock Regional School, the conversation around changing the governance of the town flag pole is currently missing its mark. The young man wants representation and the support of his community. I understand that desire, and the town's best response is to, of course, disregard the request for a new flag. Instead, they ought to consider the option to offer the student the responsibility to raise, lower, and fold the current flags of the United States of America, The Commonwealth, and the POW-MIA. This duty includes lowering the flags in inclement weather and ensuring they never touch the ground. Williamstown could offer him a
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Butterflies Honor Passed Loved Ones at HospiceCare EventBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:39PM / Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | |
Bereavement coordinator Rachel Lively, participant Susan Sorcinelli and volunteer Nancy Mclean spoke about the symbolize of butterflies in the grieving process. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A kaleidoscope of butterflies was released over Onota Lake in honor of loved ones who have passed.
Hospice Care in the Berkshires held a remembrance ceremony at the Controy Pavilion on Saturday, ending with the release of six dozen painted ladies. Tears, happy memories, and strength were shared amongst attendees of all ages.
Bereavement coordinator Rachel Lively said the butterfly's metamorphosis from a caterpillar can be compared to the change that a grieving person goes
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Mass Housing and Shelter Alliance Honors Former Pittsfield Mayor| 10:37AM / Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | |
BOSTON — Former Pittsfield Mayor Linda Tyer was among those honored by the Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance (MHSA) at its annual Home for Good fundraiser and award ceremony on Thursday, May 16 at WBUR CitySpace in Boston. Tyer, along with Quincy Mayor Thomas P. Koch and Brockton Mayor Robert F. Sullivan, received the prestigious Canon Brian S. Kelley Public Service Award from MHSA which recognizes individuals who are commited to ending homelessness. Inaugurated as the Mayor of the City of Pittsfield for a second four-year term in January 2020, Tyer was the first mayor in Pittsfield's history to be elected to a four-year term. In January 2024, Mayor Tyer 0 Comments
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Zion's 16th Annual Plant Sale | 08:15AM / Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Zion’s 16th Annual Plant Sale is on Saturday, May 25 from 9am-1pm Zion Lutheran Church will host its 16th annual plant sale from 9 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 25, at 74 First St. Perennials, herbs, house plants and a Gardener's Raffle Basket will be available as part of the sale. Those who would like to donate plants for the sale, you can bring them to the church on Friday, May 24 between 10 and noon. 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Council Sees $808K in Community Preservation FundsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:36PM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council last week saw 11 Community Preservation Act funding allocations totaling $808,547. They were referred to the Committee of the Whole for final approval.
An overall funding request of $1,614,363 across 14 projects was shaved down to partial funding for most of the projects, ranging from $7,881 to $175,000.
"Due to the large dollar amount of the requests, the Committee had to prioritize projects of the highest need and immediacy and reduce some funding requests while maintaining the feasibility of the projects," Director of Community Development Justine Dodds wrote in a communication to the council.
"Applicants were asked
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Birch Festival Presents: L'Histoire du Soldat and More| 04:00PM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Birch Festival Presents: L’Histoire du Soldat and More in The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church The show will be held on Monday, May 20 at 6pm The immersive musical experience with The Birch Festival will be held in the Common Room at the Zion Lutheran Church. The show Features Stravinsky's "A Soldier's Tale" conducted by Fernanda Lastra. The Birch Festival is named in honor of Sima Berezkina, whose last name means "birch tree" in Russian. Born in Rogachev, a small town in what is now known as Belarus, she immigrated to Pittsfield, MA with her family (including her grandson Yevgeny) in 1990, with the help 0 Comments
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Dalton Lift Still in Limbo; ADA Picnic Tables ComingBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
03:49PM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The lift for Town Hall has run into a conflict, Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator Alyssa Maschino informed the committee on Thursday. According to Hill Engineering, Town Hall could install a vertical lift in the Police Department's closet and go up into the town account's office. However, no one wants to give up the closet or office, she said. The lift has been out of service since December because of safety concerns. In the meantime, people with disabilities can use the lift in the library to access the town hall. Previous attempts by Garaventa Lift to repair it have been unsuccessful. Replacing it 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Superintendant Warns of Prohibited Toy GunsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
02:08PM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The district has been alerted of a concerning trend that is prohibited on school grounds: Orby or Orbeez gel guns.
The toy guns shoot gel or water beads and are said to pose a risk of physical harm and being mistaken for a real firearm. They are a violation of the Pittsfield Public School's code of conduct and could result in a suspension of 11 days or more.
"Though these may appear as simple toys, it's crucial to recognize the potential risks tied to their usage. By raising awareness, we aim to educate our community about the possible hazards associated with these items, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making and responsible
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Greylock appoints Anthony Rinaldi as Director Emeritus| 11:38AM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union's Board of Directors voted unanimously to appoint Anthony Rinaldi as Director Emeritus in recognition of his longstanding and distinguished service to the credit union. In March 2024, the Board of Directors voted to confer the Director Emeritus designation on Rinaldi. Individuals who are appointed Directors Emeriti function as an advisory committee to the board of directors. Rinaldi's designation reflects a two-year term. "I'm honored to have served with Tony and am gratified to recognize his years of dedication and commitment to the members of Greylock," said Board Chair Peter Lopez. "We look 0 Comments
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BCC Offers Summer Classes| 09:12AM / Monday, May 20, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass — Berkshire Community College (BCC) encourages prospective students to enroll for summer 2024 classes in advance of the fall semester, which begins on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. By completing one or more pre-requisite classes over the summer, students can focus on their desired area of study on the fall — or simply experiment with a course or two that piques their interest. Students ages 25 and older may qualify for free tuition through the Commonwealth's MassReconnect program, providing they are Massachusetts residents who have not previously earned a college degree and who enroll in at least six credits per semester. A variety of 0 Comments
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