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| News and events in North Adams, Mass.
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CHP Berkshires Welcomes New Clinicians| 12:00PM / Thursday, December 07, 2023 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — CHP Berkshires has expanded its clinical team with the addition of three new providers in Pittsfield, Lee and the CHP Mobile Health team. Marina Hoag, family nurse practitioner, has joined the primary care team at CHP Neighborhood Health Center in Pittsfield. Previously a registered nurse at CHP North Adams Family Medical, she recently completed her doctorate of nursing at Elms College. She earned her B.S. in nursing at the University of Phoenix and received her associate degree in nursing at Berkshire Community College. She has previously worked at Berkshire Medical Center in the emergency department and Mcgee Substance Abuse and Center for 0 Comments
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Local Recovery Documentary to Premiere| 11:04AM / Thursday, December 07, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The public is invited to "Blueprint: Building the Foundation for Recovery," a new documentary featuring real stories of recovery in the Berkshires. The film is followed by a community conversation led by local experts including Dr. Jennifer Michaels from The Brien Center, Sarah DeJesus from BHS's Berkshire Harm Reduction, community members from the education field, emergency management, and individuals with lived experience. The two film premieres are the capstone events for the HEALing Communities Study (HCS). Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 7:00 pm at the MCLA Church Street Center in North Adams and Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7:00 pm at 0 Comments
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Three Projects Could See Revitalization Across North Adams By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
05:49AM / Thursday, December 07, 2023 | |
An illustration by designers Reed Hilderbrand landscape architects of the pathway of the proposed North Adams Adventure Trail bike and pedestrian path. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Representatives from three different community initiatives are collaborating to better connect to the community and improve the effects of urban revitalization. The city has three major projects in the works that would improve connectivity in the community, relieve traffic confusion and congestion, and create more recreation opportunities. Residents learned about the history, hopes, and timeline of three projects: North Adams Adventure Trail, Hoosic River Revival, and 0 Comments
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Clarksburg Taxpayers Will See Drop in Tax Rate, Increase in BillsBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
05:33AM / Thursday, December 07, 2023 | |
the Select Board on Dec. 11 noted that there had been a calculation error caused by a $33,000 deficit in the snow & ice account not recording properly. That has changed the estimated tax rate to $15.35 per $1,000. The tax bill for an average single-family home will be $3,410, an increase of $74 over last year. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Homeowners will see the tax rate drop and their tax bills stay essentially flat for fiscal 2024. The Select Board last Wednesday voted for a single tax rate that will translate to an 0 Comments
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MCLA Women's Basketball Falls on Road| 09:55PM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Sarah Wisniewski scored 16 points Tuesday to lead the Johnson and Wales women's basketball team to a 55-36 win over MCLA. Kristie Zator scored 12 points, and Hailey Peabody and Zaylee Ramos each scored nine for the Trailblazers (1-8), which goes to Wentworth on Saturday. 0 Comments
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Multiple Berkshire Cultural Districts Receive Grants| 04:00PM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
GLOUCESTER, Mass. — The Mass Cultural Council announced $810,000 in new grant funding to 54 state-designated cultural districts. These districts, located in host communities in every region of the Commonwealth, will receive awards from the Fiscal Year 2024 Cultural District Investment Grant Program. The grants are intended to encourage the development and success of the cultural districts and foster local cultural preservation. Berkshire County Districts awarded $15,000: Great Barrington Cultural District Lenox Cultural District North Adams Cultural District Williamstown Cultural District As the Commonwealth's independent state arts agency, Mass 0 Comments
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Pepper Spray Deployed in Drury High Library; Student May Face Charges | 02:30PM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Drury High School's upper level was temporarily evacuated on Tuesday afternoon after a student used pepper spray in the library. According to a news post on the school's website, the incident occurred during the lunch period. "The student who sprayed the substance was identified and removed from the building. The police are currently investigating the incident and the school will pursue criminal charges," according to the post. Any of the students and staff affected by the spray were given medical attention. It is not against the law to possess pepper spray for self-defense, although minors 0 Comments
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MCLA Hosts Tour, Information Session for Saint Rose Students | 10:47AM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass.—MCLA offers support and encouragement to The College of Saint Rose students, family, and community. "We are saddened by the news of Saint Rose's closure and offer support and care for their students as they navigate their next steps," said MCLA President James F. Birge. The college announced on Friday, Dec. 24 it will close after the Spring 2024 semester. For students who may have questions about their educational options, MCLA will host a Tour and Information Session on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 11 a.m. Those that can't attend this date and time can email admissions@mcla.edu to schedule another time to 0 Comments
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North Adams School Committee Says Hello, Goodbye and CongratulationsBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
05:44AM / Wednesday, December 06, 2023 | |
Carson Rylander, left, and Jacob Gladu, far right, join the committee on Tuesday evening as student representatives. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The last School Committee meeting of the year on Tuesday was full of hellos, goodbyes and congratulations. Incoming member Cody Chamberlain was in attendance, student representatives Carson Rylander and Jacob Gladu joined the committee and Karen Bond, whose term is ending, was bid farewell. The congratulations were largely for Drury High senior Brooke Bishop, who was awarded the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents Certificate of Academic Excellence. The daughter of Krista and Lee Bishop of 0 Comments
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MCLA Men's Basketball Improves to 5-4| 10:07PM / Tuesday, December 05, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- Hayden Morris-Gay scored 20 points Tuesday to lead the MCLA men's basketball team to an 81-52 win over New England College. Jake Bluestein scored 12 points off the bench, and Quentin Gittens grabbed a team-high seven rebounds in the win. MCLA (5-4) goes to SUNY Plattsburgh on Saturday. 0 Comments
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Retired Adams Police K-9 Kumar Dies Staff Reports, iBerkshires
03:45PM / Tuesday, December 05, 2023 | |
Kumar was 2 years old when joined the Adams force. ADAMS, Mass. — The town's beloved K-9 Kumar has died. The Police Department posted the news on its Facebook on Tuesday afternoon. "A somber atmosphere has enveloped the officers and handlers as we mourn the loss of a loyal companion, Kumar, our esteemed police K9. Kumar had been an unwavering force in the fight against crime, his keen senses and unyielding dedication made him an invaluable member of the force," the post stated. "Together with his handler, Sergeant Curtis Crane, Kumar forged a bond, becoming not just a partner but a cherished friend." Kumar retired earlier this year at 0 Comments
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COLA can sweeten retirement and health accountsSubmitted by Edward Jones,
12:00PM / Tuesday, December 05, 2023 | |
 It's usually a good idea to contribute to the tax-advantaged retirement and health care accounts available to you. And here's some good news: In 2024, you can put even more into these accounts. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced these cost-of-living adjustments: Individual Retirement Account (IRA) – You can contribute up to $7,000 to an IRA for 2024, up from $6,500 this year. The "catch-up" contribution for individuals 50 or older remains $1,000. You can always "max out" on a traditional IRA, but some of your contributions may not be tax deductible, depending on your income. However, all your earnings can grow on a tax-deferred basis. 0 Comments
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