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Op-Ed: If Trump Really Wants to Help Working People He Won't Kill This Federal AgencyBy U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Guest Column
03:16PM / Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | |
 The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was created to protect regular people from abusive banks and other businesses. Isn't that what Trump said he wants to do? When a bunch of billionaires tell you they know what's best for you, hang onto your wallet. Over the past few weeks, Republican politicians and billionaires have come out swinging with lies about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, hoping they can pave the way to "delete" the agency. But if you have a checking account, credit card, mortgage, or student loan, you might want to know what it could mean for you if the CFPB disappears. That's the dangerous promise of Project
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State Fire Marshal: Recent Chimney Fires Prompt Heating Fire Safety Reminder| 10:26AM / Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | |
STOW, Mass. — After two recent fires that spread from chimneys to the surrounding structures, Holland Fire Chief James Gagne, Holyoke Fire Chief John Kadlewicz, and State Fire Marshal Jon Davine are reminding residents that having their chimneys and flues inspected and cleaned can help reduce the risk of one of the season's most common types of fires. The fires took place on Island Road in Holland on Nov. 24 and on Lynch Drive in Holyoke on Nov. 28. Fortunately, no injuries were reported at either event. The Holyoke fire caused damage to the area around the home's fireplace, but the Holland fire caused serious damage to the structure. Local officials and State Police 0 Comments
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BCC Reintroduces Varsity Athletics| 07:25AM / Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) announces the comeback of varsity sports, beginning in the fall 2025 semester. Baseball and volleyball teams will compete as part of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 21 as a D-III Non-scholarship member. According to a press release, the NJCAA's mission is to promote, govern and foster a competitive environment for two-year college athletics. The NJCAA recognizes the diverse nature of its membership, providing at all times a consistent and inclusive governance structure that provides opportunities for all stakeholders and emphasizes the academic, athletic and community involvement 0 Comments
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Pittsfield High School Honor Roll| 10:58AM / Tuesday, December 10, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield High School has announced its honor roll for the first quarter of the 2023-2024 school year. Of the 721 students enrolled, 304 students, or 42 percent, achieved high honors, and 73 students, or 10 percent, earned honors. Grade 12 Jack S. Abel Sadie M. Aitken Davis B. Albayeros Duane N. Bampoe Leland D. Barnes James K. Behnke Brenna K. Bellefontaine Ayla I. Better Caden W. Boehm Mason C. Bromback Laura R. Bronson Isabella I. Brown Matthew R. Burega Kyle P. Cardoso Aidan S. Carlino Samara C. Chaires Lisa L. Chen Aidan R. D’Aniello Jennifer M. Daley Tierra N. Darrisaw Kendall V. Davis Gustavo De 0 Comments
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Dalton Water Board Approves Participation in EMS Regionalization Study By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
09:53AM / Tuesday, December 10, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Board of Water Commissioners agreed at its recent meeting to participate in a Central Berkshire and Hill Towns Emergency Medical Services regionalization study. The study would provide information and be a "very helpful guide" to the future of EMS services and would not commit the district to any future changes, resident Dr. Thomas Irwin said during several meetings. Irwin explained that there is a push statewide to support regionalization of EMS services because having separate full-blown EMS services in each town is not financially viable. The study will be sponsored by the town of Hinsdale, as the state does not 0 Comments
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Berkshire Museum to Offer Community Programming During Renovations| 08:02AM / Tuesday, December 10, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Museum will close for major renovations to its first-floor spaces and galleries starting January 6, 2025. While the museum undergoes construction, it will produce a lineup of off-site events and educational programs across the Berkshires, utilizing partnerships with local organizations. This includes the museum's outreach efforts will be its Mobile Museum Units (MoMUs), a series of 11 portable, STEAM-focused displays featuring elements of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. These "mini-exhibitions," already popular in schools and community spaces, will continue to bring curated collections to audiences 0 Comments
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Dalton OKs Mail-in Ballots for Feb. 3 Special ElectionBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:12PM / Monday, December 09, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Select Board voted to have mail-in ballots available for the Feb. 3 special election to fill its vacant seat if more than one candidate is on the ballot. So far, two residents have taken out papers to run for the vacant seat — Richard Haley and Robert Collins. Haley has submitted his nomination papers and has 26 certified signatures, and Collins intends to submit his papers on Monday. Residents interested in running have until Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, to submit their nomination papers, which need at least 20 certified signatures. Candidates have until Jan. 1 to withdraw their names from the 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Remembers Pearl Harbor on Snowy SaturdayBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:17PM / Monday, December 09, 2024 | |
Skip Hoskeer, left, and master of ceremonies Tyrone Belanger salute at Saturday's Pearl Harbor observances. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Veterans and community members paid tribute during Saturday's snowfall to those lost at Pearl Harbor.
Eighty-three years ago on Dec. 7, Japanese planes struck the naval base and airfield at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and sparked the nation's entrance into World War II. Every year, the Berkshire Veterans Coalition and the city remember those who lost their lives during the attack with a ceremony and tree lighting at the Veterans Memorial Park.
Master of ceremonies Tyrone Belanger thanked the crowd of more than 30 people for coming out in the
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Berkshire Organizations Awarded Cultural Council Grants| 08:06AM / Monday, December 09, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Mass Cultural Council awarded $7.2 Million to 394 nonprofit cultural organizations statewide for operating support, many from Berkshire County. This funding provides unrestricted operating support to the recipients through two programs, Operating Grants for Organizations and the Cultural Investment Portfolio. In Berkshire County: Adams Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum: $9,000 Great Barrington Center for Peace Through Culture: $14,700 The Du Bois Freedom Center: $9,000 Lenox Ventfort Hall Association: $15,300 Pittsfield Berkshire Film and Media Collaborative: $9,000 Kids 4 Harmony: 0 Comments
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BRPC Plans for Steep Cuts in FundingBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires Staff
05:38AM / Monday, December 09, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Regional Planning Commission is preparing for drastic cuts in the federal budget that may be in the offing. At Thursday's meeting of the BRPC Executive Committee, Executive Director Tom Matuszko told the board that the county's lead agency for technical assistance and planning services for municipalities could take a hit if the incoming Trump administration follows through on its promises to slash spending. "I wanted to alert the executive committee, a lot of our revenue is either direct federal contracts or 'pass through' money that goes through one of the state agencies," Matuszko said in the meeting held over 0 Comments
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Annual Vigil Honors 56 Victims of Drunken DrivingBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:10AM / Monday, December 09, 2024 | |
Berkshire District Attorney Timothy Shugrue says the memorial is to remember those whose futures were stolen 'by a single, reckless decision' by someone who drove drunk. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Fifty-six candles were lighted Sunday to honor victims of drunk drivers. The 37th annual Mothers Against Drunk Driving vigil was hosted by the Berkshire District Attorney's Office and the Massachusetts State Police. Grieving friends and family lit a candle in honor of their loved one at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church.
"We come together to remember and to honor the victims of drunk driving. Those whose lives were tragically taken and the families who lost loved ones due to a
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MassDOT Extends Deadline for 'Name A Snowplow' Contest| 04:00PM / Sunday, December 08, 2024 | |
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing an extended deadline for the third annual "Name a Snowplow" contest for students in Massachusetts. The contest seeks to solicit names for 12 MassDOT snowplows that will be in service for the upcoming 2024/2025 winter season. Submissions will now be received through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13. The purpose of the contest is to celebrate the snow and ice season and to help recognize the hard work and dedication shown by public works employees and contractors during the winter season. Winning names will be announced on Friday, Dec. 20. Applications for the contest 0 Comments
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