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Pittsfield Schools' New Cell Phone Policy Effective So FarBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:21PM / Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The revised cell phone policy has shown positive results so far for the Pittsfield Public Schools.
"I feel like we have reversed time. My students are engaging with me, engaging with others. I have had no issues with cell phones at all," one teacher reported to the administration.
Matthew Bishop, interim assistant superintendent of instruction, assessment, education, and engagement, shared an update on cell phone infractions with the School Committee last week.
With 13 instruction days left in the month, there have been 156 referrals with a tightened policy that holds students' phones in the main office on a second infraction. There were 989
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Blue-green Algae Bloom Found in Pontoosuc Lake| 04:08PM / Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Recent observations results at Pontoosuc Lake have confirmed the presence of a blue-green algae bloom at Pontoosuc Lake that may present harmful health effects for users of the lake. Accordingly, and as recommended by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, a public health advisory is being issued. Waterbody poses risk for people and pets. • Do not swim. • Do not swallow water. • Keep animals away. • Rinse off after contact with water. Warning signs are being posted around the lake. Blue-green algae, also known as Cyanobacteria, occur naturally in lakes and ponds throughout Massachusetts. These 0 Comments
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Dalton Green Committee Seeking CAP Logo SubmissionsBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
03:02PM / Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Dalton Green Committee is asking Wahconah Regional High School to submit logo designs for its Climate Action Plan. The committee has sent a letter to the school's art teacher, Bonnie Capogna, requesting her students' assistance in creating a design to accompany its CAP. "We would like the logo to touch upon one or more of the following attributes representative of our community or any other pertinent attributes [including] the Housatonic River, Appalachian Trail, Pine Grove and Greenridge parks, the town hall, Community, Recreation Association, family and community values, smallness, friendliness, and charm of our 0 Comments
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Berkshire United Way Kicks Off 2024 Campaign, Honors Fundraising CoordinatorBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:37AM / Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | |
President and CEO Thomas Bernard spoke to school and career readiness as critical to laying the foundations for later success. Berkshire United Way partners with local educational programs. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire United Way has recognized Susie Brown for decades of leadership in fundraising efforts at Lee Bank.
Last week, she was presented with the Employee Campaign Coordinator Award for her work as the co-chair for employee giving campaigns at the bank since the 1980s. Brown, the senior vice president of administration, has inspired 100 percent (or close to) participation for many years.
"I love the United Way and have always loved the United Way but I don't do
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Dalton Health Board Extends Vote on Blighted HomeBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
03:30PM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Board of Health last Wednesday agreed to extend its vote on condemning 27 Mountain View Terrace to the October meeting. Roberta Steele and her niece, Kathleen Winterstein, who lives in Utah, have been working since June to develop a plan to address the home's condition. Steele has been cited several safety issues with the home, including clutter blocking egresses, a collapsing roof and porch, mold throughout the house, especially in the basement where there is water damage, and the lack of water, electricity, and gas. Neighbors have complained that rats coming from the "abandoned" property have infested their 0 Comments
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BCHS Presents the Opera 'Billy Budd'| 11:32AM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — "Billy Budd, Sailor" is Herman Melville's novella exploring themes of innocence, justice, and the corrupting influence of power. According to a press release: It is the tale of a noble young sailor who is conscripted, falls victim to petty jealousy, and pays the price with his life. Set aboard a British naval ship during the Napoleonic Wars, Budd is falsely accused of mutiny and sentenced to death. Even as he is martyred, he retains his integrity. As part of its continuing celebration of the centennial of Billy Budd, Sailor's publication, the Berkshire County Historical Society, in collaboration with 0 Comments
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BMC, Berkshire Orthopaedic Recognized For Fragility Fracture Patient Care| 10:52AM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems' community teaching hospital, Berkshire Medical Center (BMC), in partnership with BHS's affiliate provider clinic at Berkshire Orthopaedic Associates (BOA), announced their ninth straight year of recognition as an Own the Bone Star Performer, a designation granted by the American Orthopaedic Association reserved for institutions that perform the highest level of fragility fracture and bone health care. BMC joins over 300 health care institutions nationwide that have participated in Own the Bone and its national web-based quality improvement registry, which provides BMC with the tools to support and treat fragility 0 Comments
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Zion Lutheran Church Hosting German Dinner| 08:06AM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Zion Lutheran Church at 74 First St. will host a German community dinner on Friday, Sept. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. The menu features beef rouladen with egg noodles and red cabbage with chocolate cherry cake for dessert. Tickets are $20 per person, $12 for kids 12 and under. Take out is available. Beer and wine available for dine-in patrons. Buy tickets online at www.zionlutheranpittsfield.org or at the door. Reservations encouraged. 0 Comments
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City of Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: Sept.18-24| 08:00AM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield’s street improvement work continues with the following schedule in place for September 18-24: Sept. 18 and 19: Milling of Barker Road from Barkerville Conservation area to the Richmond Town Line Sept. 20, 23 and 24: First course of paving of Barker Road from Barkerville Conservation area to the Richmond Town Line On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. During this work, northbound traffic will be detoured to Tamarack Road. Southbound traffic will remain open. Drivers are asked to follow all posted detours. Use caution when traveling on these roads. 0 Comments
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Dalton Hosts Decluttering, Hoarding ProgramsBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:21AM / Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — Although spring has long come and gone, that does not mean decluttering has to wait until next year. The town will soon offer programming to help residents of Dalton and the surrounding areas declutter their homes. These are great programs, the town's Health Agent Health Agent Agnes Witkowski said. On Thursday, Sept. 19, there will be a decluttering workshop at the Dalton Free Public Library. During the workshop, former teacher Jane Kavanau will demonstrate seven techniques to tackle clutter and stay organized. "As a former real estate agent, she has seen the pitfalls of having a disorganized home and mind," 0 Comments
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Juveniles Charged for Digital Threats to Pittsfield SchoolsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
04:53PM / Monday, September 16, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Several juveniles have been charged for posting online threats to the school district.
Over the last several weeks, the Pittsfield Police Department and the school administration have received various reports of online posts and conversations about possible school threats.
They were found on social media platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, and Discord.
Police say the current investigation has not yielded information regarding specific plans to target a particular school.
"The PPD takes these reports very seriously. We share information with our school department, other law enforcement agencies, and intelligence gathering centers.
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Dalton Town Hall Lift Out of Order Until Fate of Police Station DeterminedBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:50PM / Monday, September 16, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Americans with Disabilities Act Committee has agreed to delay deciding on the Town Hall lift until more information is available about the future of the police station. The lift in the police station has been out of order since December because of safety concerns. The Town Hall has two chairlifts, one in the police station and one in the public library. The library chairlift does not have access to the town planner, health agent, and building inspector offices. If assistance is needed, call Town Hall for accommodations, such as drive-up services. The drive-up services may be easier for those with mobility issues 0 Comments
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