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Protestors Call for a Ceasefire in Gaza By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:34PM / Sunday, November 12, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A man who came to argue with protesters on Thursday for calling for a ceasefire in Gaza left with a better understanding of their position. "That guy came basically supporting Israel, and saying that Israelis have a right to defend themselves, and basically supporting the American policy position. By the end of that conversation. He was saying, war is not the answer," one of the organizers, Tamir Novotny, said. Novotny told the man that a stop to the war starts with the United States government calling for a ceasefire. "He was more aligned with us than he realized when he first came," Novotny 0 Comments
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Carr Hardware Donates to Berkshire Humane Society| 12:24PM / Sunday, November 12, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Carr Hardware celebrated 95 years during their Carr-nniversary Weekend in September and with assistance from their loyal customers, was able to raise $7,232, which will be donated to the Berkshire Humane Society today. Over the Weekend, Carr Hardware hosted a bucket sale that allowed customers to purchase a bucket that they could then fill with discounted products. During the month of September customers were offered the option to round-up their purchases to the nearest dollar. The bucket sale and the Round Up were used to raise the $7,232 that was donated directly to the Berkshire Humane Society. "Our four legged friends need food, shelter, 0 Comments
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Governor to Change Mass Rehabilitation Commission's Name| 11:52AM / Sunday, November 12, 2023 | |
BOSTON –?The Healey-Driscoll Administration filed legislation to rename the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) to MassAbility to better represent the agency's role in helping those with disabilities gain autonomy and independence. The proposed name change is part of the office's ongoing efforts to expand its reach and usher in a new, more expansive model for disability employment services and independent living. The name was selected following significant research, focus groups, surveys, and conversations with the disability community, businesses, providers, and advocacy organizations. With this proposal, Massachusetts joins a 0 Comments
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Dalton Historical Commission Reviews Next Steps for 2nd DistrictBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
04:33PM / Saturday, November 11, 2023 | |
 DALTON, Mass. — The Historical Commission is reviewing next steps toward establishing its second historical district. The proposed Dalton Center Historic District runs along Main Street and features a variety of landmarks including Mitchell Tavern, St. Agnes' Church, Zenas Crane Colt's colonial revival, and many more buildings that showcase Italian and Greek revival styles. It has been nearly 10 years since the commission established its first district, the Craneville Historic District. The district, located on Main and South Street, was established on the national database on Sept. 14, 2005, and has a rich history because of the activity in 0 Comments
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Fire Officials Issue Home Heating Reminder| 04:08PM / Saturday, November 11, 2023 | |
STOW, Mass. — A three-alarm fire in Revere started with a furnace, prompting a reminder from fire officials to pay special attention to home heating safety. Heating equipment is the #1 source of carbon monoxide at home and the second-leading cause of residential fires in Massachusetts. "As the nights and mornings get chillier, many of us are turning up the heat for the first time since the spring," said State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine. "Be sure you're heating your home safely. That means having working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms on every level of the dwelling, having your appliances professionally checked, and keeping heat sources clear of 0 Comments
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Governor Issues New Clemency Guidelines for Criminal Justice System | 12:36PM / Saturday, November 11, 2023 | |
Governor Issues New Clemency Guidelines for Criminal Justice System BOSTON – Governor Maura T. Healey released new clemency guidelines that align with her administration's commitment to center fairness and equity in the criminal justice system. These guidelines are designed to provide guidance to petitioners seeking pardons or commutations and to assist the Advisory Board of Pardons with reviewing petitions for executive clemency. For the first time in state history, the clemency guidelines explicitly outline the ways in which the Governor will use executive clemency to address unfairness and systemic bias in the criminal justice system. When evaluating 0 Comments
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Dalton Cultural Council Tentatively Approves Grant Applications By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:55PM / Friday, November 10, 2023 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Cultural Council tentatively approved partially funding various grant applications for local events and initiatives during its meeting on Monday. The council's priorities are to improve the quality of life for residents by promoting access, education, and diversity in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences. Following a call for application in October, the organization received applications from 39 organizations and residents requesting funding for local events and initiatives amounting to $41,977. fourteen applications were tentatively approved. The council was awarded $7,800 from the Massachusetts Cultural 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Seeks Proposals for Human Services Funding| 03:58PM / Friday, November 10, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield announced that applications are now available for funding to provide human services that benefit Pittsfield residents. Funding is for the program year July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. Annually, the city, through its Human Services Advisory Council (HSAC), an 11-member volunteer committee, reviews proposals and submits recommendations to the mayor. Last year's recommendations provided funds for 20 human service programs, a total of $206,250. Funds are provided by the city's general fund and from the federal Community Development Block Grant Program. Programs and residents assisted with these funds 0 Comments
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Wheels Spinning on Regional Housing Authority RebrandBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:50AM / Friday, November 10, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Regional Housing Authority is in the process of rebranding to better clarify its mission. Clients know the organization as being an accessible, compassionate, and helpful place to access resources for housing and other human service needs but the word "authority" is sometimes confusing.
Burns Maxey of the firm Burnsmax was hired to direct the rebrand in September and Executive Director Brad Gordon hopes to present next month different recommendations that are not yet "ready for prime time."
The goals are to rebrand to reflect the vision, enhance the narrative, and promote services. With a new identity, they hope to
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@theMarket: Bonds, Stocks Should Consolidate After Epic RunBy Bill Schmick,
04:31AM / Friday, November 10, 2023 | |
This stock market rally lasted nine straight days. That was more than enough to trigger some profit-taking. "Too far, too fast" is my interpretation of the nine-day continuous climb in the equity and bond markets. The rally that started early last week continued this week, although it was clear to me that it is showing some signs of faltering. And as has happened throughout the year, the Magnificent Seven group of stocks was the focus of most of the buying but on less and less volume. Since they represent such a large part of the indexes, it was not hard to see that the indexes were supported by a handful of stocks. However, the remaining 493 stocks in the S&P 0 Comments
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The Retired Investor: The Gap in Home Health-Care WorkersBy Bill Schmick,
04:11PM / Thursday, November 09, 2023 | |
Baby Boomers are aging. As their health fails, an increasing number of the elderly are turning away from nursing homes and opting for home health care instead. The problem is finding enough trained caregivers to handle demand. The demographics in the U.S. indicate two trends — an aging population as well as a declining birth rate. By 2034, there will be more adults over the age of 65 than children under the age of 18. Between 2018 and 2060, the population of seniors will double. An overwhelming majority of Americans (88 percent) would rather receive long-term care services in their homes as they age, according to a recent study by the Associated Press and NORC Center for 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Plays, Concerts, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:12PM / Thursday, November 09, 2023 | |
 Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this weekend including plays, films, concerts, and more. Find all the craft fairs and harvest festivals here. Editor's Pick Hancock Shaker Village Community Day 1843 West Housatonic, Pittsfield Time: Saturday, 11 to 4 Free admission to all aspects of Hancock Shaker Village. See the farm animals, take a scavenger hunt, explore kids activities, watch craft demonstrations and learn about the Shakers. The cafe and the mercantile will be open. More information here. Friday Indigenous Peoples Film Festival Images Cinema, Williamstown The independent theater 0 Comments
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