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Taconic Principal Tapped for Pittsfield's Deputy SuperintendentBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
03:09PM / Thursday, July 18, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The School Committee has tapped Taconic High's principal as the interim deputy superintendent.
Matthew Bishop was voted into the temporary position on Monday during a special meeting of the School Committee. But this may not be the end of his nearly 12-year tenure as a principal.
"I initially didn't apply when [the job posting] came out because I have some things left to do at Taconic, I feel like, and I feel like I want to see that transition through," Bishop said.
He was excited when the opportunity presented itself and could see himself staying in an administrative role if it goes well, explaining "I am going to kind of wait and
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Berkshire Humane Waives Dog Adoption Fees Through Sunday| 01:23PM / Thursday, July 18, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Humane Society has waived adoption fees of dogs who are at least one year old from Monday through Sunday this week. The promotion, called "Mass-Saves," is the first event of a statewide coalition led by MSPCA-Angell. Other shelters in the coalition funded by Best Friends Animal Society include Worcester Animal Rescue League, Boston Animal Control, Thomas J. O'Connor Animal Control and Adoption Center and Dakin Humane Society. The shelters will work together to improve and save lives of animals. "Shelters throughout the country are experiencing an influx of dogs who are not being adopted right away, taxing the 0 Comments
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Wahconah High Senior Renovating School's Gazebo By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:32PM / Thursday, July 18, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — Wahconah Regional High School senior Logan Kunde will be renovating the school's gazebo. The Central Berkshire Regional School Committee approved the initiative during its meeting in June. Kunde decided to renovate the high school's gazebo for his Eagle Scout Service Project. Planning and developing a service project is the fifth requirement of the Eagle Scouts, highest rank attainable in the Boy Scouts. The project is a significant milestone in a Scout's journey as it represents their dedication to leadership and service, which are two of the most important values a scout embodies, Kunde said. For 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Starbucks Closed TemporarilyBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:39PM / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | |
A sign outside the coffee shop assures customers the closure is only temporary. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Your alarm goes off, you get ready, and you leave for school, work, or whatever your appointment a little bit early to get a cup of coffee to start your day, only to find that the Pittsfield Starbucks, located at 555 Hubbard Ave., is closed. The sign has been removed, and the drive-through is blocked, but Starbucks coffee addicts need not worry — this closure is only temporary. The coffee shop closed its doors temporarily on July 7 to undergo a standard renovation with the chain's new Siren System, a Starbucks spokesperson 0 Comments
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Nichols to Lead Business Banking at Berkshire Bank| 04:35PM / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | |
Rob Nichols BOSTON — Berkshire Bank has promoted Rob Nichols, a senior leader with more than 30 years in commercial banking experience, to lead its business banking team as managing director. In his new role, Nichols will oversee an industry-leading team of business banking professionals serving the needs of smaller to mid-sized businesses across Berkshire's five-state market, including Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Vermont and Rhode Island. Nichols' career includes a range of corporate and commercial banking leadership positions, including overseeing Business Banking teams at Citizens Financial Group Inc. and First Niagara Bank and as chief credit 0 Comments
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Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative Awarded Cultural Facilities Grant| 10:45AM / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative (BFMC) has been awarded a $200,000 Cultural Facilities Fund (CFF) Capital Grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) and Mass Development. BFMC will use this grant to begin build drawings for the new international film education center proposed for the north end of the Elayne Bernstein Theatre complex on the grounds of Shakespeare & Company in Lenox. BFMC Executive Director, Diane Pearlman, attended the celebration to hear the announcement of the CFF Capital Grant in Easton. "We are thrilled with the continued support we have received from MCC/Cultural Facilities Fund for 0 Comments
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Classical Beat: Enjoy Great Music at Tanglewood, Sevenars FestivalsBy Stephen Dankner, Special to iBerkshires
08:24AM / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | |
As Tanglewood enters its fourth week, stellar performances will take center stage in Ozawa Hall and in the Koussevitsky Shed. Why go? To experience world-class instrumental soloists, such as the stellar piano virtuoso Yuja Wang. Also not to be missed are the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra, as well as visiting guest ensembles and BSO and TMC soloists as they perform chamber and orchestral masterworks by iconic composers Purcell, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Wagner, Prokofiev, Richard Strauss, Vaughan Williams and Ives. In addition to Tanglewood, there are also outstanding performances to be enjoyed at the Sevenars Music Festival in South Worthington.
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Safety Solutions Proposed for Berkshire Mall IntersectionBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:57PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
 LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — A speed bump and traffic mirror have been proposed at the reportedly problematic intersection of Old State Road and the Berkshire Mall entrance. Last week, abutters approached the Select Board with concerns about drivers ignoring stop signs and speeding through the area. Target owns its building and is the lone business left on the property. "When you turn into Old State Road, our driveways are right there," Judy Bennett said. "Nobody stops, nobody slows down to come around that corner. They go faster and that's where someone is going to get hurt." Carl Bennett added, "We are taking our lives into our 0 Comments
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Berkshires Get $60K in Cyber Security Grants| 04:48PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
BRAINTREE, Mass. — The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced the award of nearly $7 million in federal grant funds to local governments and state agencies to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and reduce cyber risk for public agencies statewide. The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority received $5,025, the town of Cheshire $13,224, and Monterey had the highest amount at $45,425. "It's vital that our communities have access to the resources, tools, and guidance necessary to protect against increasingly frequent and sophisticated cybersecurity threats. Through these programs, our administration has undertaken a collaborative approach to equip state agencies and 0 Comments
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Musical Mountain Day Returns to Bousquet | 03:37PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mountain Day returns for its third year at Bousquet on Saturday. Doors open at 1 p.m. for a lineup of performances, food and beer trucks, face painting, lawn games, and more. The musical performances run from 3 to 10:30. Featured artists are Whiskey Treaty Roadshow, now celebrating their 10th anniversary; Bella's Bartok, known for their mix of punk, folk, and Eastern European traditions; Vaguely Pagan, with their a blend of indie rock and folk; Love Crumbs combines indie rock with blues and folk elements; and, closing out the day, Jackson Whalan with his innovative hip-hop and electronic sounds. Ticket are $25 in advance/$30 at door; 0 Comments
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County Ambulance Recognized for Quality Cardiac, Stroke Care| 03:17PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — County Ambulance Service received the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline EMS Bronze achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks and strokes, ultimately saving lives. Emergency medical services staff can begin treatment when they arrive — up to an hour sooner than if someone goes to the hospital by car. EMS staff are also trained to provide resuscitation efforts to someone whose heart has stopped. People who arrive by ambulance may also receive faster treatment at the hospital. Mission: Lifeline EMS is the American Heart 0 Comments
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BMC Community Pharmacy Recognized for Quality Care| 03:01PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Community Pharmacy at Berkshire Medical Center has achieved accreditation by Accreditation Commission for Health Care, citing the quality of its Specialty Pharmacy Services. Following a survey, ACHC noted that the pharmacy, located in the Warriner Building at BMC, "has demonstrated that it operates at a level of quality, integrity and effectiveness consistent with ACHC standards. It is an achievement of which your organization can be proud that marks your commitment to quality in the provision of care." The ACHC accreditation is effective for a three-year period. The Berkshire Community Pharmacy is also accredited by the 0 Comments
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