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NAPS Destroying Special Education Records| 10:18AM / Saturday, June 29, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — North Adams Public Schools will be destroying special education records of students who withdrew, graduated, transferred or were released from special education services during the 2016-2017 school year.
Records will be destroyed after July 31, 2024. Students or Parents interested in retrieving the records should call Student Support Services at 413-776-1670, options 3, 4 or 5 no later than July 31, 2024.
Two days advanced notice for pickup of records is appreciated. 0 Comments
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North Adams Police Edges Lanesborough for League CrownBy Stephen Dravis, iBerkshires.com Sports
10:01PM / Friday, June 28, 2024 | |
 LANESBOROUGH, Mass. -- Cam Bullett got a called third strike in the bottom of the sixth with the bases loaded Friday to secure a 5-4 win for the North Adams Police in the championship game of the Berkshire County Cal Ripken League 10-and-under division. Bullett recorded six strikeouts in two innings of work to lead NAPD past the tournament's top seed, Lanesborough Local 473, at Laston Park. Christian Chelsey, Nolan Bullett and Cam Bullett combined on the win on the mound for North Adams, striking out 14 hitters in all. "Our pitching has been great all year," NAPD coach Chris Bullett said. "We've pitched six different kids. The three who pitched 0 Comments
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Greylock Thunder Holds Tryouts for '25 Travel Team| 02:37PM / Friday, June 28, 2024 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. -- The Greylock Thunder will hold tryouts for its 2025 12-and-under travel softball team on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Russell Field. The team is for players born between Sept. 1, 2011, and Aug. 31, 2013. For information, contact Mike Biros at 413-652-2780. 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Solid Sound, Films and ConcertsBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
11:35AM / Friday, June 28, 2024 | |
 There are a variety of events this weekend, including the Solid Sound Festival, musical performances, gallery exhibits, and more. Editor's Pick Film Screening and Discussion Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge Time: Friday, 5 to 8 p.m. There will be a sneak peek of the yet-to-be-released documentary film "My Nephew Jamie" by Bonnie Bien, which examines James Warhola's career as an illustrator and his relationship with his famous uncle, the Pop artist Andy Warhol. Filmmaker Bonnie Bien and artist James Warhola will introduce the program and provide insights and personal reflections about the documentary's 0 Comments
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Northern Berkshire YMCA Relocates Summer Program to MCLA | 07:58AM / Friday, June 28, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass.— This summer MCLA will host the Northern Berkshire YMCA Camp Abenaki as a community partner of the organization's new "Northern Berkshire Y Without Walls" concept. Camp Abenaki will utilize the Church Street Center Social Hall during July and August with indoor and outdoor activities as well as field trips for swimming and exploration throughout the local communities. "We really appreciate all that MCLA is doing for us," said Christian Bianchi, CEO and executive director of the Berkshire Family YMCA "We came to the conclusion that not only was MCLA the best site option for us, but it is exactly where we wanted to be 0 Comments
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Keene Comes Back to Beat SteepleCats| 10:41PM / Thursday, June 27, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. -- The Keene, N.H., Swamp Bats Thursday overcame an early 5-0 deficit to earn a 10-9 win over the North Adams SteepleCats at Joe Wolfe Field. Warren Holzemer went 3-for-5 with a home run and two RBIs for North Adams. Elijah Lambros also homered in the loss. North Adams (7-10) goes to Danbury, Conn., on Saturday. 0 Comments
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Greylock Thunder Falls to Columbia County, N.Y.| 09:32PM / Thursday, June 27, 2024 | |
ADAMS, Mass. – Lydia Gaudreau went 1-for-2 and scored a run Thursday for the Greylock Thunder 14-and-under travel softball squad in an 8-1 loss to the Columbia County Reds. Alana Olmedo doubled for the Thunder, which also got a hit from Kenadi Arnhold. Avery Lane and Marlee Arnhold split time in the circle for Greylock, combining to strike out seven. The Thunder (0-5) goes to Schenectady, N.Y., on Saturday for a weekend tournament. 0 Comments
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No Paws Left Behind to Operate at North Adams Animal Shelter| 03:56PM / Thursday, June 27, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The nonprofit No Paws Left Behind animal shelter will operate out of the city's municipal shelter on Hodges Cross Road. Police Officer Matthew Reynolds, the city's animal control officer, will still be using the shelter for strays, and shelter staff will assist with care for animals while in holding. Animal control was shifted to an officer in next year's police budget after the resignation of Animal Control Officer Carrie Loholdt. No Paws Left Behind is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs and cats from the area. "We are excited to open our doors and welcome the community to join us in our mission to provide hope and 0 Comments
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Fall Foliage Parade Theme Announced| 10:44AM / Thursday, June 27, 2024 | |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced that the 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade's theme will be "Berk du Soleil - The Greatest Show in North Berkshire." According to a press release: Whether you're a lover of the surreal, a seeker of the incredible, or simply a dreamer at heart, come and witness the breathtaking feats of our talented parade participants. The Parade Committee encourages children of all ages to embrace their artistic wonder and creativity to participate in this year's parade. Don your most whimsical attire and join us for a day of wonder! There are a variety of ways to get involved including, but not limited 0 Comments
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Lambros Powers SteepleCats in Road WiniBerkshires.com Sports,
10:19PM / Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | |
SANFORD, Maine -- Elijah Lambros went 3-for-4 with a pair of home runs and a double Wednesday to lead the North Adams SteepleCats to a 9-5 win over the Sanford Mainers. Taconic High graduate Nick Guachione doubled and David McCann hit a game-winning grand slam in the top of the ninth for the SteepleCats. Joseph Sabbath earned the win on the mound with two innings of one-run relief. North Adams (7-9) is home on Thursday against Keene, N.H. 0 Comments
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MSBA Board Shifts Greylock School Project into Funding PhaseBy Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
12:35PM / Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The $65 million Greylock Elementary School project has moved another step forward with the Massachusetts School Building Authority's vote to enter into a funding agreement. The MSBA Board of Directors, meeting remotely on Wednesday morning, unanimously authorized the executive director to enter into budget and funding agreements for facilities grants totaling $177,280,778 for North Adams, Agawam and Berkley. The estimated cost for a new Greylock School is $65,362,859 with a maximum grant estimated at $41,557,218. This final figure was voted by the School Building Committee last week. This agreement is dependent on the local 0 Comments
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North Adams Council Passes Years-Long Ordinance Project By Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff
05:47AM / Wednesday, June 26, 2024 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — It took years but the City Council on Tuesday night was successful in removing fees and fines from the city code and packaging them in a single appended document. The ordinance changes also included updating fees, some of which have not changed in years, were varied within the city code or out of line with state laws. Finance Committee Chair Keith Bona had described it previously as one of the biggest ordinance projects undertaken in years and one that pulled in officials across departments and required new language to comply with long-changed state laws. "The papers that are in front of you tonight have been through 0 Comments
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