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Hoosic River Measurements Taken by Army Corps of Engineers| 05:52AM / Friday, August 02, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A team of surveyors from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was in the city last week to collect hydrology measurements along the north, south and main reaches of the Hoosic River. The survey is part of the three-year, $3 million feasibility study of the flood control chutes being undertaken in agreement with the city and the Hoosic River Revival. The concrete panels that line the chutes have been decaying for years and several have already fallen into the river. While the system saved the city from periodic catastrophic floods, the chutes are now seen as unsightly, ecologically destitute, and in dire need repair or restoration. The Hoosic 0 Comments
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ACS Swat 16U Squad Wins County TitleBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires.com Sports
09:17PM / Thursday, August 01, 2024 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. – The ACS Swat took a 12-run lead and held off Dalton’s comeback bid for a 15-10 win on Thursday in the Berkshire County Summer Softball League 16-and-under division championship game. Nora Kondel went 4-for-4 with a walk and three RBIs, and Maggie Wohrle struck out six in five innings of work to secure the win for the Swat. ACS coach Lou Moser said he was not surprised to see the visitors battle back from a 12-0 deficit after four innings to make a game of it. “Over the years, we’ve been playing against the Dalton teams,” Moser said. “They’re always gritty. They’re always tough. That’s a younger group 0 Comments
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Greylock Thunder to Hold 18U Softball TryoutCommunity submission,
04:09PM / Thursday, August 01, 2024 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. -- The Greylock Thunder travel softball program will hold tryouts for next year's 18-and-under tournament/showcase team on Saturday, Aug. 17. The tryout will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Russell Field, 500 Harmony St. The team is looking for varsity-level players. Pitchers and catchers are needed. For information, contact Gary Puppolo at gpuppolo92757@gmail.com 0 Comments
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North Adams Regional Receives Critical Access Hospital DesignationStaff Reports,
11:10AM / Thursday, August 01, 2024 | |
BHS President and CEO Darlene Rodowicz poses in one of the new patient rooms on 2 North. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — It took nearly 14 years, a change in requirements and a decade-long coma, but North Adams Regional Hospital has finally been designated as a federally recognized Critical Access Hospital. "Re-establishing inpatient beds at the new North Adams Regional Hospital is a key component of our organization's strategy to keep health-care services and care close to home, as often as possible," said Darlene Rodowicz, president and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems in announcing the news. "We are completely committed to providing sustainable, 0 Comments
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NBSU Wraps Step Up Program With Ice Cream and GamesBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
05:36PM / Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | |
Many of the children, and a few adults, were sporting painted faces. CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Northern Berkshire School Union wrapped up its summer camp last Thursday with what's becoming an annual event: a school community night at Clarksburg School. That meant a bounce house, music, dunk tank and lots and lots of activities — plus ice cream and hot dogs for dinner. "Oh, it's fantastic. They do a really good job," said one Monroe parent as her daughter waited for a balloon animal. The five-week summer camp program is open to children in the school districts of Clarksburg, Florida, Monroe, Rowe and 0 Comments
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North Adams Package Store Changing Hands AgainBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
02:12PM / Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —The License Commission on Tuesday approved the transfer of a beer/wine package store license for Dave's Package Store. The license will be held by North Adams Package LLC, which will continue doing business as Dave's. Avatar Grang of North Adams, the new manager, told the commissioners that the hours and drive-up window will remain the same and that he and one other would be working in the store. Grang said he did not have experience with running an alcohol store "over here" but was cognizant of the state's liquor laws. He said he was looking to expand his interests. "I have 0 Comments
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NAPS, Greenagers Launch Program at Many Forks Farm| 10:18AM / Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND GREENAGERS, INC. LAUNCHES PROGRAM AT MANY FORKS FARM, FOSTERING YOUTH LEADERSHIP AND NAPS, Greenagers Launch Program at Many Forks Farm CLARKSBURG, Mass. This summer, Greenagers, Inc. has teamed up with Many Forks Farm and the North Adams Public Schools 21st Century Program to introduce a new program aimed at engaging students with nature while fostering leadership and environmental stewardship. At Many Forks Farm, 22 North Adams students, in grades 5 and 6, have participated in a variety of hands-on activities. Under the guidance of Sue Wells and her team, with support from Many Forks Farm's farmer Molly Comstock, participants 0 Comments
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North Adams SteepleCats Finish Year with Road Loss| 09:51PM / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | |
DANBURY, Conn. -- Dante D'Amore went 3-for-4 with a pair of doubles Tuesday to lead the Danbury Westerners to a 9-5 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the Cats' season finale. Aedan Anderson went 3-for-3 with a pair of doubles and a pair RBIs for North Adams, which also got a double from Elijah Lambros. North Adams finishes the season with a record of 13-31. 0 Comments
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Community Hero of the Month: George Canales By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:20PM / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | |
George Canales was gifted a rocking chair by the North End Athletic Association for his work on the baseball exchange. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — La Festa Baseball Exchange founder George Canales has been nominated as July's Community Hero of the Month. The Community Hero of the Month series recognizes individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted their community. The series is in partnership with Haddad Auto and will run for the next five months. Nominate a community hero here. To Canales, baseball is more than just a sport — it is an opportunity to instill sportsmanship and unity, and teach youngsters important 0 Comments
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Police Investigating Fatal Train Accident That Killed North Adams Man| 12:38PM / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | |
The District Attorney's Office confirmed on Wednesday that the victim of Tuesday's fatal train accident was Douglas Hawley, 41, of North Adams. Hawley's family posted a GoFundMe on Facebook late Tuesday to raise money for funeral expenses and his two children. According to the post, Hawley "passed away unexpectedly in a freak accident" and that "everyone knows he was hit by a train crossing the tracks because he had a hearing problem never heard the train coming." Family members had been at the scene of the accident and indicated their brother had died but did not give any further information. Hawley 0 Comments
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SteepleCats Blanked in Final Home Game| 09:29AM / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- Mike Jensen and Jack Niedringhaus Monday combined on a one-hitter to lead the Valley Blue Sox to a 10-0 win over the North Adams SteepleCats in the Cats' home finale. Aedan Forde had the lone hit for North Adams. Nick Balcom took the loss on the mound despite allowing no earned runs in five innings of work. He left with a 2-0 deficit after five innings after giving up two of the five unearned runs generated by the Blue Sox. North Adams (13-30) finishes the season at Danbury, Conn., on Tuesday. 0 Comments
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MCLA Board of Trustees Adds Three New Members| 07:48AM / Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass.—Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) announced Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has appointed three new members to its Board of Trustees, Darlene Rodowicz, Yvonne Spicer, and Buffy Lord '98 who was voted to represent the MCLA Alumni Association. All three trustees begin their terms of service this summer. "I'm excited to welcome Dr. Spicer, Ms. Rodowicz, and Ms. Lord as our newest MCLA trustees," said MCLA President James F. Birge. "They are extremely accomplished professionals who will add a wealth of knowledge to the Board and I am grateful they agreed to join us." The three new trustees join a 0 Comments
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