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MCLA Talk on Economics of Recycling and Producer Responsibility Policies| 08:18AM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — John Hite, Senior Associate at Clear Strategy, Inc., will give a talk titled "Economics of Recycling and Producer Responsibility Policies" at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5 at the MCLA Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation, Room 121. This event is free and open to the public as part of MCLA's Green Living Seminar series. About John Hite John Hite is a waste policy expert focusing on product stewardship regulatory development. Prior to joining Clear Strategy, Hite worked with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to facilitate the development of priority waste 0 Comments
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Letter: Homeless Housing in MCLA Dorm is NOT the SolutionLetter to the Editor,
08:00AM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
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Initially, I was not against the idea of MCLA's president, Jamie Birge, announcing plans to open a currently empty dorm building for housing homeless families, however, the more I've talked with neighbors and friends, the more I believe it's a horrible idea.
As a direct neighbor to MCLA, I didn't have a problem with the Boardman Block being used for people in recovery once I learned about the support services provided (even though I don't believe it's an ideal companion to the students that work and live nearby and that MCLA should have had the vision to acquire it for themselves for future needs/expansion).
This current plan reinforces my long
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North Adams Women's History Hall of Fame Inducts New MembersBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
12:36PM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
Heather Boulger, left, Constance Tatro and Morgan Goodell at Tuesday's night ceremony at City Council. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Five more names have been added to the Women's History Hall of Fame established by Mayor Jennifer Macksey last year. Tuesday night saw the recognition of longtime School Committee member Heather Putnam Boulger, well-known child-care provider Constance Tatro and the city's first woman firefighter Morgan Goodell, as well as two historic figures — City Councilor Lottie Harriman, who helped establish the city airport, and Probation Officer Lois Quinn. "This was created to honor women who contributed to 0 Comments
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Letter: CHP Supports MCLA Homeless ShelterLetter to the Editor,
11:00AM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
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CHP Berkshires [Community Health Programs] wishes to express its support for repurposing a dormitory at MCLA into a residence for homeless families. This is a commendable and progressive initiative in our Northern Berkshire community.
There are reasonable questions about what support services would be available to residents of Berkshire Towers. CHP Berkshires and its mobile health team already care for residents of a Pittsfield shelter, and we are prepared to provide medical care for Berkshire Towers residents as well, if this plan comes to fruition. CHP North Adams Family Medical and Dental is open to all patients, and our practice staff is uniquely committed to caring
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North Adams Council Rejects Housing Authority CandidateBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
05:32AM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
Several Housing Authority tenants spoke in opposition to a board member's reappointment. The council did not vote to approve. NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The chair of the North Adams Housing Authority is out after a number of residents objected to his reappointment. The City Council rejected the reappointment of Colin Todd in a 6-2 vote, with Councilors Keith Bona and Peter Oleskiewicz voting in favor. Councilor Ashley Shade was absent. "It's in our best interest he is not re-elected," said Joanne Dunn of 45 Spring St., speaking during hearing of visitors at the beginning of the council meeting. "There are a lot of issues in the 0 Comments
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First Congregational 'Share The Love' Campaign Increases Donations By Jack Guerino, iBerkshires Staff
05:38PM / Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — First Congregational Church's "Share the Love" campaign raised $5,550 that was donated to local food pantries and community services. "Every little bit helps," Rich Wilson of the Berkshire Food Project said. "For the community to come together like this and think of us is a great thing." Through the month of February, the congregation collected donations from the Northern Berkshire community. For every $100 received, the congregation donated $25. All proceeds were split evenly among the three recipient organizations: the Berkshire Food Project, Louison House, and the Al Nelson Friendship Center Food 0 Comments
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United Counseling Service to Host Spring Job Fair| 12:01PM / Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | |
 BENNINGTON, Vt. — United Counseling Service (UCS) is hosting a spring job fair on April 1, 2023, from 9-11am at the Coffee Bar in downtown Bennington. Job seekers can stop by to meet the UCS Human Resources team and learn more about opportunities at one of the biggest employers in Bennington County. UCS is also hosting an on-site career fair on April 6 from 4-7pm at its Ledge Hill Drive location. Visitors will be able to meet representatives from different departments to get an idea of what a career at UCS could look like for them. UCS provides community-based care at 15 facilities in Bennington County and offers developmental services, Head 0 Comments
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What goes into a retirement 'paycheck'?Submitted by Edward Jones,
08:03AM / Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | |
 During your working years, you generally know how much money you're bringing in, so you can budget accordingly. But once you're retired, it's a different story. However, with some diligence, you can put together a "paycheck" that can help you meet your income needs. Where will this paycheck come from? Social Security benefits should replace about 40 percent of one's pre-retirement earnings, according to the Social Security Administration, but this figure varies widely based on an individual's circumstances. Typically, the higher your income before you retire, the lower the percentage will be replaced by Social Security. Private pensions have 0 Comments
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Mohawk Trail Woodlands Partnership Want to Change Name By Jack Guerino, iBerkshires Staff
05:00AM / Tuesday, March 28, 2023 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Mohawk Trail Woodlands Partnership voted to ask state representatives to introduce a bill that would officially change the organization's name to the Woodlands Partnership of Northwest Massachusetts. The Executive Committee voted Thursday, March 23, to ask state Reps. John Barrett III and Natalie Blais along with state Sens. Paul Mark and Joanne Comerford to file the draft bill. "We can send it off to them and see if someone will step up to the plate," Chairman Henry Art said. In October 2022, the full partnership board voted to change its name. To accomplish this, the board requested the state Legislature, the 0 Comments
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Why Your Child Should Play Team Sports| 11:03AM / Monday, March 27, 2023 | |
 Throughout our region, sign-ups for youth sports are in full swing. From soccer and lacrosse to baseball and softball, kids are eagerly awaiting opening day. And while most of us are familiar with physical benefits of regular exercise for kids, research has revealed another important reason to get kids in the game: improved emotional and mental health. According to a study published in the journal PLOS One, children who participated in team sports were 10 percent less anxious/depressed and 19 percent less withdrawn/depressed than those who did not participate in any sports. In an interesting comparison, those who participated in individual sports, such as tennis or wrestling,
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Drury High School Honor Roll | 08:00AM / Monday, March 27, 2023 | |
Drury High School Quarter 2 Honor Roll doe the 2022 - 2023 school year. Grade 12 High Honors Barrows, Rachael Rose Davis, Lauren Veronique Duclos, Serena Marie Goodermote, Evan-Quin May-Sims LeSage, Rylan Ash Notchick, Jade Elizabeth Sarkis, Morgan McLean Grade 12 Honors Blondin, Brandi Irene Caceres-Tapia, Joshua Daniel Cowell, Alexis Nicole Crockwell, Logan William Gardzina, Ash Marie Glidden, Logan Orie Joy, Rylee Elizabeth Karmazyn, Haley Jean Lescarbeau, Nicholas John Trottier, Kelsey Marie Woodson, Alicia Ebony Wright, Cyrus Jeremiah Grade 11 High Honors Bishop, Brooke Yvonne Bordeau, Danni Mary Hurlbut-Morgan, Emma Jo Kingsley, 0 Comments
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Abbott Memorial School Participates in Berkshire Robotics ChallengeBy Jack Guerino, iBerkshires Staff
12:14PM / Sunday, March 26, 2023 | |
 FLORIDA, Mass. — Twenty Abbott Memorial School students participated in the Berkshire Robotics Challenge marking the school's return to the competition. Students from Grades 3 through 7participated in the competition on Saturday, March 18, at Taconic High School. "For the students, it is pure application-based learning. The anticipation of participating in a competition increases the stakes for the students — there's something more meaningful than an abstract grade on the line," said voach Tim Herrmann. "For some students, the challenge is learning that failure is the best teacher; programming errors and flaws in building design can be 0 Comments
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