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Pittsfield Health Board Warned of Issues With Juvenile VapingBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
11:54AM / Monday, September 23, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Health officials have worked to control cigarette smoking in the city but vaping poses a new problem for the younger generation.
Last week, Tri-Town Health Department Director James Wilusz gave a tobacco control update to the Board of Health. As a father of a student, he reported that vaping is "rampant" in schools and happens in the bathroom like cigarette smoking did years ago.
The Tri-Town Health Department — comprised of Lee, Lenox, and Stockbridge — has administered a tobacco awareness program since 1994.
"We know that cigarette use is coming down but vaping is going up and all these other products that are on the market and
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Wahconah High Mold Remediation Complete; Investigation OngoingBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:21AM / Monday, September 23, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The mold remediation in the Wahconah High School auditorium is complete, and the air levels are safe and meet the state standard. During last month's School Committee meeting, it was announced that penicillium, a type of mold, was growing on the auditorium's walls. The mold was "in different places" in the auditorium, but anyone would have to have been "pretty observant" to see it," said Superintendent Leslie Blake-Davis during last month’s meeting. "It's not something that, if you just walked in, you would see right away." Now that the mold has been remediated, the 0 Comments
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Berkshire NAMI Celebrates 40 YearsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:28PM / Sunday, September 22, 2024 | |
Executive Director Paul Johansen welcomes the gathering at Zucchini's. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — NAMI Berkshire County is celebrating 40 years of breaking down stigmas and supporting mental health.
The local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness held its annual meeting at Zucchini's Restaurant on Wednesday. Between fundraising and sponsorships, the organization brought in nearly $91,700 in the last year and invested about $28,000 into its programs.
The 40th anniversary also comes with change, as Paul Johansen was hired as the new executive director and the nonprofit moved to an office space at 141 North St., Suite 301 in downtown Pittsfield.
Johansen said he
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2nd Street to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Open House| 12:55PM / Sunday, September 22, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — In celebration of its newly expanded, more welcoming client service center, Second Street Second Chances (2nd Street) will hold a ribbon cutting and open house on Monday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m., at 264 Second Street, Pittsfield. The event is free and open to the public. Housed in the former Berkshire County Jail and House of Correction, 2nd Street opened in 2022. At that time, 2nd Street occupied space on the second floor, consisting of an open area with workstations for community resource navigators and an administrative assistant, a few work terminals for clients, a small office for the executive director and a space for workshops and 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Veterans Remember Missing Comrades, POWsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
08:30AM / Sunday, September 22, 2024 | |
Mayor Peter Marchetti says more attention needs to be paid to events like National POW/MIA Recognition Day, noting there are still families waiting for their servicemembers to come home. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Around 20 people gathered at the South Street Memorial Park on Friday morning to mark National POW/MIA Recognition Day.
Ceremonies like these are held to keep memories alive of prisoners of war and servicemembers missing in action while pledging not to cease efforts to bring them home.
"By doing this, we are observing all of the POW/MIA's from different wars so that they will never be forgotten," American Legion Post 68 Cmdr. Woody Vaspra said.
Mayor
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Lenox Grad Leads MCLA Men in League Opener| 06:22PM / Saturday, September 21, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- Lenox Memorial graduate Mateo Phillips had a goal and an assist Friday to lead the MCLA men's soccer team to a 5-1 win over Framingham State in the Trailblazers' MASCAC opener. Hoosac Valley alumnus Jacob Richardson scored a goal, and Monument Mountain's Avery Manzolini had two assists for MCLA. Ryan Taylor made five stops for the Trailblazers (4-3, 1-0), who go to Vermont's Lyndon State on Tuesday. 0 Comments
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Alcohol Control Commission Holds Seminar for Pittsfield LicenseesBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:56PM / Saturday, September 21, 2024 | |
ABCC's Executive Director Ralph Sacramone updates licenseholders on regulations and solutions. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — City restaurateurs gathered in Council Chambers on Wednesday for a refresher on alcohol regulations straight from the source.
The Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission held a mandatory seminar that covered topics ranging from liquor license changes to fair labor standards.
"Today is an opportunity for us to give you the information you need to be successful," Executive Director Ralph Sacramone said.
"Then also on top of it, give you solutions and what actions you are going to take."
He said Pittsfield has leaders who are
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MassWildlife: Fall Outdoor Safety Tips| 11:44AM / Saturday, September 21, 2024 | |
BOSTON — The return of cooler weather means many Massachusetts sportsmen and women will head into the woods for the fall 2024 hunting season. Massachusetts residents may be wondering where and when hunting will be taking place this fall. Early Canada goose hunting began on September 2, black bear hunting season opened statewide on Sept. 3, while pheasant hunting season opens Oct.19. Archery deer and turkey hunting seasons begin statewide on Oct. 7. Click here to review a summary of all hunting seasons and migratory game bird hunting seasons. Hunting on Sunday is not permitted in Massachusetts. Many public lands are open to hunting
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Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission Renamed to 'MassAbility' | 08:00AM / Saturday, September 21, 2024 | |
BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey signed legislation that renames the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission to MassAbility. Governor Healey filed this bill last year to reflect the administration's goal of expanding the agency's reach and ushering in a new, more inclusive model for disability career services and independent living. The legislation also removes outdated terms from the general laws like "handicap," "handicapped," and "retarded," replacing them with "barrier," "person with a disability," and person with an "intellectual disability." "Words matter. This legislation ensures that the 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Daytime Paving Operations on Merrill Road| 04:00PM / Friday, September 20, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that daytime paving operations will be taking place on Merrill Road (Route 9) in Pittsfield. Paving will take place from the intersection of East Street to the intersection of Junction Road. Work will begin on Monday, Sept. 23, and continue through Friday, Sept. 27, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Lane closures and lane shifts will be in place during work hours. Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area. Drivers traveling through the affected area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. All 0 Comments
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@theMarket: Fed's Half-Point Rate Cut Surprised MarketsBy Bill Schmick,
03:08PM / Friday, September 20, 2024 | |
The Federal Reserve Bank's half-point interest rate cut surprised investors and traders alike this week. The central bank also indicated that the markets could expect more of the same in the months ahead. The main three averages soared on the news on Thursday and into Friday. New highs went a long way in dispelling my fears that the last two weeks of September would be rocky. The giant-sized rate cut may have at least delayed the downside that usually accompanies this seasonal period in the stock market. It was the first FOMC meeting in a long time where Fed watchers were unsure how much the central bank would lower rates. Historically, a 25-basis point move would be the 0 Comments
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Free community college a boon for students, workforce and local economyLinda Clairmont & Lori Moon , Guest Column
02:31PM / Friday, September 20, 2024 | |
 It's no secret that the rising cost of college tuition, together with unprecedented increases in the cost of living, creates a barrier for many people seeking to better themselves through higher education. It's also no secret that this barrier can be even harder to overcome for historically marginalized people. At Berkshire Community College (BCC), we strive every day to break barriers and make quality education accessible to all. Thanks to two programs launched by the Commonwealth, MassReconnect and MassEducate, getting an associate degree or certificate at BCC is more accessible than ever. The programs can provide free tuition and fees, and even an allowance for books, to 0 Comments
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