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Just for Kicks Soccer Tournament Dedicates Trophy to FounderCommunity submission,
09:56AM / Monday, October 14, 2024 | |
 DALTON, Mass. – The annual CRA Just for Kicks Soccer Tournament this year named the 7th/8th grade divisions of the tournament the Dan McMahon division in recognition of McMahon’s impact on youth soccer in Berkshire County over his 35 year career at the CRA. McMahon was the creator of the Just for Kicks Tournament 27 years ago and came to present the winners of the divisions, the McMahon Cup. More than 70 teams competed in eight divisions over the course of two days on the holiday weekend at Wahconah Regional High School and Nessacus Middle School. Winners and runners-up in each division included: 5/6 Boys- Division 1 Finalist, Williamstown Soccer 0 Comments
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USDA Funds May Aid Lanesborough Public Safety ProposalBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:48AM / Monday, October 14, 2024 | |
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The town would only see about $60,000 in USDA grants for the proposed public safety building but could finance it through a loan with the federal department.
Last month, the Select Board voted to work with RCAP Solutions as a consultant in the financing application for the U.S. Department of Agriculture funding. This will have to be formalized in a community service agreement.
"My help is writing the entire application for you for free," representative Madison Wellman explained, as the USDA funds non-government organizations like RCAP Solutions to assist communities with the application process.
The Public Safety Building Committee is in the final
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BCC Cuts Ribbon on Accessible QuadBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:29PM / Sunday, October 13, 2024 | |
Pat Sheely, a BCC alum and UCP board member, and disability rights activist Merle Ferber speak at the opening about Madeline Snide, a another BCC alum who used a wheelchair and worked to inspire change on campus. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Whether you are on foot, using a mobility aid, or pushing a baby stroller, the Berkshire Community College quad is now navigable.
On Friday, the college community cut the ribbon on its new, accessible quad. It honors Madeline Snide, a 1978 graduate and the first paraplegic to enroll at the BCC who is credited for inspiring change on campus.
"Madeline did not live long enough to see all her hard work come to fruition but I know she feels
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Berkshire United Way Welcomes Seven New Board Members to Board| 04:14PM / Sunday, October 13, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire United Way (BUW) Board of Directors has appointed seven new members: Arthur Milano, Beth Mitchell, Tiffany Moreno, Michael Obasohan, Timothy O'Donnell, Kristin Pedrotti and Stephanie Storie. "The BUW board looks forward to working closely with these talented and dedicated community members to support and advance the work of this great organization. We appreciate the diverse backgrounds and experiences they each bring to the table," said Laurie Gallagher, board chair. Milano has over 40 years of experience in the human resources field in banking and healthcare, including 29 years as the chief human resources 0 Comments
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Governor Appoints Division of Insurance Commissioner | 11:02AM / Sunday, October 13, 2024 | |
BOSTON — Governor Maura Healey announced the appointment of Michael T. Caljouw as Commissioner of the Division of Insurance (DOI), an agency overseen by the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) within the Executive Office of Economic Development. "Our administration is committed to ensuring a level playing field for businesses and consumers and making our state more affordable for all our residents," said Governor Maura Healey. "We are excited to have Commissioner Michael Caljouw leading the Division of Insurance, where he will oversee one of the leading insurance markets in the country, work to make insurance 0 Comments
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Interprint Awarded Workforce Training Grant| 08:32AM / Sunday, October 13, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $11 million to businesses as part of a strategic investment to retain and upskill talent within Massachusetts' workforce. Interprint was awarded $163,900 to train 171 workers; 50 additional jobs are expected by 2026. Awards have been awarded to 125 businesses statewide to date in 2024. The grants, administered and distributed by the Commonwealth Corporation, aim to address business productivity and competitiveness by providing funding to Massachusetts businesses to train current and newly hired employees. Commonwealth Corporation projects more than 6,600 workers will receive skills training in the 0 Comments
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State Recognizes Becket Washington Elementary for High Growth and Achievement By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:53PM / Saturday, October 12, 2024 | |
Superintendent Leslie Blake-Davis, left, and Principal Mary Kay McCloskey outside Becket Washington which has 91 students in prekindergarten through Grade 5. It is part of the Central Berkshire Regional School District. BECKET, Mass. — The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education recognized Becket Washington Elementary School as one of its 2024 schools of recognition. The state recognized the school for demonstrating significant student growth and achievement. Administrators accredited this to the collaborative efforts of the entire community, including teachers, staff, students, families, and community partnerships. "We are really lucky that we 0 Comments
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Big Y Kicks Off Partners of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign| 04:05PM / Saturday, October 12, 2024 | |
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Big Y has kicked off their annual Partners of Hope campaign. Each October the initiative helps raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and treatment. The Partners of Hope campaign enables Big Y to give assistance to local breast cancer organizations, hospitals and medical centers. In 2023, the campaign raised over $40,000. In addition, Big Y matches the donations made each year. In Berkshire County the beneficiaries this year will include Pittsfield Berkshire Medical Center Women's Imaging Center. To participate, customers can purchase a Partners of Hope ribbon for $1 dollar when checking out at any Big Y location or 0 Comments
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Mayor Macksey Honored at MS Foundation GalaBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
12:40PM / Saturday, October 12, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Jennifer Macksey's been navigating a debilitating disease for her entire life — even though she didn't know it until 10 years ago. The mayor of North Adams suffers from multiple sclerosis, a disease she shares with nearly a million Americans and with 2.8 million people around the world. "Every day presents a new challenge, as I contend with my internal best friend — MS," she said. "I face bear hugs of tightness, clouds of fatigue, numbness and struggles walking. But you didn't know that, did you? I pulled off pretty good. Through the years, I've learned how to pause, how to rest and how to 0 Comments
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@theMarket: Stocks Make Record Highs Despite a Wall of WorryBy Bill Schmick,
03:31PM / Friday, October 11, 2024 | |
Mixed inflation data, higher unemployment claims, steeper bond yields, the unresolved Israeli counterstrike against Iran, and jitters over the election kept the equity averages volatile throughout the week. Despite those worries, the S&P 500 Index and the Dow hit record highs. A bullish stock market often climbs a wall of worry. This week certainly qualified. Investors had to contend with a continued rise in yields on the benchmark Ten-Year U.S. Treasury and poor results of a government auction for that bond. The yield this week hit a high of 4.09 percent and has gone straight up ever since the Fed's 50 basis point cut in the Fed funds rate last month. If the Fed is cutting 0 Comments
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Dalton Lions Club to Host Country Festival By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
03:18PM / Friday, October 11, 2024 | |
DALTON, Mass. — Grab your dancing shoes and get gussied up for Dalton Lions Club's inaugural Country Fest fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. at the Stationary Factory. This event is a win-win for everyone, said Robert Bishop Jr., Lion's Club entertainment committee member. "[The Stationary Factory] is a happy place," he said. "The sound system is good. People like coming here. It's local. They don't have to travel a long way, and they can come and have fun." Attendees not only have fun but also support Dalton Lion's programming, which benefits and addresses the community's needs through 0 Comments
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Michael Cook Sr. Sentenced to 25 Years to Life| 02:03PM / Friday, October 11, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Thursday, Oct. 10 Michael A. Cook Sr. was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 25 years for the 2nd degree murder of his wife, Charli Cook. The sentences for the remaining four charges will be served concurrently to the lead charge, Murder in the Second Degree. The remaining charges are: Assault with Intent to Murder Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon Causin Serious Bodily Injury Assault and Battery on a Family/Household Member Armed Assault with Intent to Murder Michael Cook Sr. will serve his sentence in State Prison. On July 11, 2019, Michael Cook Sr., of North Adams, broke into the 0 Comments
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