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@theMarket: The Santa Claus Rally and Money FlowsBy Bill Schmick,
03:49PM / Friday, December 06, 2024 | |
Each year from roughly the end of the second week of December through the second week in January the stock market rises most of the time. This year, expect a similar occurrence. There are plenty of explanations for why this occurs. Many believe it is simply the good cheer the holidays bring to the markets. Others point to the additional spending triggered by holiday shopping, while some argue it is because institutional investors buy stocks before going on their Christmas break. For me, it comes down to the flow of funds in and out of financial markets. Every year, for many reasons the flow of funds into the financial markets increases at the end and the beginning of 0 Comments
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Drought Persists Across State | 02:09PM / Friday, December 06, 2024 | |
 BOSTON – A Level 3-Critical Drought declaration remains in the Western, Connecticut River Valley, Southeast, Central and Northeast regions. As outlined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, a Level 3-Critical Drought and a Level-1 Mild Drought requires detailed monitoring of drought conditions, continued coordination among state and federal agencies to communicate the implementation of water use restrictions, engagement with municipalities including local Board’s of Health, providing technical outreach and assistance to water suppliers and affected municipalities. The Drought Management Task Force will meet monthly to ensure responsive 0 Comments
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Elementary Chorus Serenades Lanesborough Christmas Tree LightingBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:37PM / Friday, December 06, 2024 | |
Refreshments included hot cocoa and cookies. LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Elementary schoolers serenaded the town's tree lighting with holiday tunes on Thursday evening.
The illuminated evergreen can be seen at the corner of Church Street and Route 7, the site of the former police department. Complimentary hot cocoa, decorated sugar cookies made by Bailey's Bakery in North Adams, and other treats helped attendees get into the holiday spirit.
The 9th annual tree lighting was hosted by a youth-run committee consisting of Mount Greylock Regional High School students Ava Charbonneau, Kiera Kristensen, and Madison Powell.
"It's wonderful. I think we had a great
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Casella Transfer Station Open for Residential Drop-Off| 08:05AM / Friday, December 06, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Casella Transfer Station at 500 Hubbard Avenue will open for residential drop-off for Pittsfield residents on Wednesday, Dec. 18, with limited capacity as construction continues on the facility. Starting Dec. 18, residents can purchase a sticker to drop off trash and recycling. Stickers are valid through Dec. 31, 2025, and are priced as follows: $120 for standard residential stickers $80 for residents aged 65 and older $20 per additional vehicle Additional Fees Bag Rates: $3.00 each for 15-gallon or smaller bags $5.00 each for 32-gallon bags $8.00 each for larger contractor bags Recycling: No extra charge with a resident sticker Yard Waste and 0 Comments
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ServiceNet Hosts Warming Center at The PearlBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:41AM / Friday, December 06, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Housing advocates are considering how to get people off the streets as temperatures drop.
At the beginning of the month, ServiceNet soft opened a warming center at its shelter behind First United Methodist Church. The Pearl opened earlier this year and has a waitlist for one of its 40 beds.
"That warming center is different from a shelter because there's no beds. It is really a space for people to come into, get warm, have something warm to drink, some snacks, that kind of thing, and we will operate that as we did last year from 10 o'clock at night until eight in the morning," Director of Shelter and Housing Erin Forbush told the
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The Retired Investor: The Future of Weight LossBy Bill Schmick,
04:27PM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
More than 40 percent of Americans are now classified as obese while 75 percent of adults are either overweight or obese. A new group of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists have come on the scene to help in the battle to lose weight. Are they as good as we think? You may have heard about them or some of their brand names like Zepbound, Wegovy, and Ozempic. The use of these drugs has exploded in popularity to the point where companies like Lilly and Novo Nordisk have had problems keeping up with demand. There is nothing magical about the science behind these drugs. GLP-1 mimics a protein naturally produced by our small intestines. The receptors for these medicines are 0 Comments
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Artist Barter Swap| 04:05PM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — WANDER announced its upcoming Artist Barter Party, taking place on Dec. 9, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its community space, located at 34 Depot Street, Suite 101. This event invites local artists, creators, and business owners to bring their hand-crafted goods, artwork, or snacks to share and participate in a swap party. The Artist Barter Party is a chance to network, collaborate, and foster community relationships while showcasing creations. Event Details: Date: Dec. 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: WANDER, 34 Depot Street, Suite 101, Pittsfield, MA 0 Comments
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Berkshire Green Drinks Feature BEAT Update| 12:26PM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Join Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) for their final Green Drinks presentation of 2024, where BEAT staff will talk about the organization's work of this past year and explore what comes next as the new year approaches. The virtual gathering will take place by Zoom on Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 6:00 to 7:15 PM. Be part of the discussion and hear about the ongoing air quality monitoring work BEAT's Breathe Easy Berkshires program is doing, the organization's continued work in improving aquatic and terrestrial wildlife connectivity, progress made on BEAT's Environmental Leadership & Education Center,
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BMC Recognized for Hip Fracture Clinical Achievements from Healthgrades| 10:56AM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems has announced that Berkshire Medical Center (BMC), in partnership with Berkshire Orthopaedic Associates, has achieved a 5-Star Rating for clinical excellence from Healthgrades. BMC was rated 5-stars for Hip Fracture Treatment for 2025. "The outstanding orthopaedic team at Berkshire Medical Center, working hand in hand with our exceptional Berkshire Orthopaedic Associates partners provide the highest standard of care for our hip fracture patients," said James Lederer, MD, BHS Chief Medical Officer/Chief Quality Officer. "BMC’s hip fracture outcomes and this 5-star recognition validate a commitment to returning our
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MassDOT Releases Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Final Report | 08:00AM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced the release of the Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study final report. The Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study examined the benefits, costs, and investments necessary to implement passenger rail service from North Adams to Greenfield and Boston, with the speed, frequency, and reliability necessary to be a competitive option for travel along the corridor. "MassDOT is proud to announce the release of the Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Final Report, which examines passenger rail service alternatives between North Adams, Greenfield, and Boston," said Transportation Secretary and 0 Comments
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Dalton Public Safety Group Split on Grant FundsBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:43AM / Thursday, December 05, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Public Safety Advisory Committee is split on how to proceed in obtaining grant funding. During a meeting in November, some members suggested forming a subcommittee to work with the grant writer in identifying and pursuing grant funding sources. However, other members expressed concerns that this may be premature before a feasibility study is complete. During a meeting in September, the Select Board allocated $100,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act funds for a feasibility study and a grant consultant for a proposed public safety facility. During that meeting, committee member Anthony Pagliarulo demonstrated the committee's 0 Comments
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Dalton Fire District Voters Approve Purchase of AmbulanceBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:39PM / Wednesday, December 04, 2024 | |
 DALTON, Mass. — During the special meeting on Tuesday, Fire District voters approved borrowing up to $350,000 for the purchase of a new ambulance and any related costs. Approximately 27 voters attended the meeting at the Stationary Factory, which lasted less than 10 minutes. The only article on the warrant overwhelmingly passed with only one voter against it. The no vote came from Tom Betit, who expressed his concern regarding the financial decisions and actions taken by the Fire District. He requested the status of the "imaginary ladder truck" and was directed by the moderator to reach out to the district following the 0 Comments
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