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Neal, Markey Reflect on U.S. Political ClimateBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
03:52PM / Saturday, October 05, 2024 | |
 LEE, Mass. — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal and U.S Sen. Edward Markey shared the reflections on the nation's political climate during separate swings through the Berkshires this week. "I watched the whole thing and I've known Tim Walz for a long time and I thought that the debate showed the vigor of where we find ourselves," Neal said at Lee Town Hall after bringing news of a $1 million earmark for Lee's proposed public safety building. This was one day after the vice presidential debate.
"And I thought it was pretty interesting."
On Monday night, Democratic nominee Tim Walz and Republican nominee James David "JD" Vance debated at
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Lee Overnight Bridge Painting Operations| 08:16AM / Saturday, October 05, 2024 | |
LEE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that bridge painting operations will be performed on the I-90 bridge over Route 20 in Lee beginning Sunday night, Oct. 6. The work will take place Sunday through Thursday nights from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. and will conclude on Friday, Oct. 11, at 5:30 a.m. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained during the work with a lane shift. The Route 20 eastbound on-ramp to I-90 will be closed at all times during this work. Traffic will be detoured to the nearby Route 20 westbound on-ramp to I-90. Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area.
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South County Overnight Road Work| 03:35PM / Friday, October 04, 2024 | |
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that crews will be performing nighttime paving, traffic marking, guardrail, and bridge repair operations along I-90 eastbound and westbound from Monday night, Oct. 7, through Thursday night, Oct. 10. Lane closures will be in effect, and traffic will be allowed through the work zones. The schedule for the work and lane closures is as follows: Otis/Blandford Paving and traffic marking operations will be conducted on I-90 eastbound and westbound from mile marker 21.0 to 27.0, Monday night, Oct.7, through Thursday night, Oct.10, from 6:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. the following morning, 0 Comments
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CHP Mobile Health Offering Covid Vaccines| 04:00PM / Thursday, October 03, 2024 | |
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — CHP Mobile Health is now offering the 2025 Covid-19 vaccine (Pfizer) during its mobile health clinics throughout the Berkshires. Patients are also invited to receive a flu shot at the same time, to ward off both Covid and flu this coming fall-winter. Patients with insurance are asked to bring their insurance card, though no one is denied access to vaccines due to lack of insurance or inability to pay. The MHU team suggests appointments (particularly for children seeking Covid-19 vaccines) but walk-ups are welcome at all locations. The MHU schedule can be found here: chpberkshires.org/mobile; information and appointments, 0 Comments
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Thankful 5K Expanding in Ninth YearCommunity submission,
10:48AM / Thursday, October 03, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The Berkshire Running Foundation is eager to kick off the fundraising efforts surrounding the 9th annual MountainOne Thankful 5K to be held on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28 at 9 a.m. at Berkshire Community College. This year the Thankful 5K expands to include walkers, virtual participants and a new training program for the community. The annual event is a fundraiser hosted by the Foundation to raise much needed funds for the South Community Food Pantry and the local Fuel Assistance Fund. The first 500 participants who register for the event receive a Thankful hat, with all the proceeds going to the designated causes. More than 400 0 Comments
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Suspect Arraigned in Fatal Stockbridge Hit & Run| 05:29PM / Tuesday, October 01, 2024 | |
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — A West Stockbridge woman has been charged in the hit-and-run that killed Franklin Ripley on Saturday. Samantha C. Paige, 36, was arrested Tuesday morning and arraigned in Southern Berkshire District Court. Defendant was charged with leaving scene of personal injury, resulting in death. Judge John P. McKenna set bail at $7,500. However, Paige is being held without the right to bail for a probation warrant issued by Central Berkshire District Court on an unrelated case. Ripley, 72, of Stockbridge was apparently riding his electric scooter along Route 102 on Saturday morning when he was struck. He was found lying by the side of the 0 Comments
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Peddler's Pack of Spooky Tales at the Bidwell House Museum| 04:00PM / Tuesday, October 01, 2024 | |
 MONTEREY, Mass. — While researching various topics in town records, journals, and old newspapers, Dennis Picard has been surprised at finding numerous stories of the supernatural. Tales of witches, vampires and weird occurrences are mixed in with otherwise mundane daily records. Picard has saved these stories in his files and will share some of his favorites during this hour-long program, taking place on Saturday, Oct.5 at 4:30 pm. Members $15, Non-members $25. Dennis D. Picard has been a museum professional in the living history field for over forty years. He began his career at Old Sturbridge Village in 1978 and also served on the staff of Hancock Shaker 0 Comments
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Wiffle Ball Tournament to Benefit Scholarship FundCommunity submission,
06:59AM / Tuesday, October 01, 2024 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The fifth annual DZ24 Wiffle Ball Tournament is Saturday, Oct. 19, at Deming Park in Pittsfield. Teams of four will compete against each other based on age. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each age group. The cost is $10 per person or $40 per team. The deadline to register is Thursday, Oct 17. Register teams via email to Justin Hopkins at justinhop@nycap.rr.com. Please provide the team name, members and their ages. Event T-shirts will be sold and pre-ordering is recommended to ensure availability. Please indicate the number of shirts and size in the registration email (adult sizes only). The pre-order cost is $20; $25 the day of 0 Comments
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MassDOT Advisory: South County Overnight Construction Operations| 09:03AM / Monday, September 30, 2024 | |
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing that crews will be performing nighttime paving, guardrail, and bridge repair operations along I-90 eastbound and westbound from Monday night, Sept. 30, through Thursday night, Oct. 3. All work will conclude by 6:00 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 4. Lane closures will be in effect, and traffic will be allowed through the work zones. The schedule for the work and lane closures is as follows: Otis/Blandford Paving operations will be conducted on I-90 eastbound from mile marker 24.0 to 27.0, Monday night, Sept. 30, through Thursday night, Oct. 3, from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. each 0 Comments
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Scooter Driver Killed in Hit & Run in Stockbridge| 05:02PM / Sunday, September 29, 2024 | |
STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — A man using a scooter was struck and killed Saturday by a hit-and-run driver. The victim, whose name has not been released, was found lying on the side of road nearly mile marker 4.1 on Route 102. A motorist driving by called 911 at 6:44 a.m. to report seeing someone on the road. Emergency responders found him unresponsive and he was pronounced dead shortly after by a paramedic from Lee Ambulance. Based on evidence recovered from the scene, including parts of a car, it appears this is a hit and run incident, according to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office. Evidence collection thus far shows the victim was riding an 0 Comments
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West Stockbridge Vaccine Clinics | 08:45AM / Saturday, September 28, 2024 | |
WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Berkshire Health Alliance will hold vaccine clinics at the West Stockbridge Town Hall on Oct. 8 and Oct. 17. Tuesday's clinic will be held from 8 to 10 am and Thursday's clinic will be held from 4 to 6 pm. Preregister by visiting this website. Unregistered clients will be vaccinated as time and supplies allow. Please wear short sleeves. 0 Comments
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Red Lion Inn Appoints General Manager| 08:06AM / Friday, September 27, 2024 | |
 STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Red Lion Inn announced the appointment of Stacey Gravanis as its new General Manager. With a career in hotel management spanning over two decades, Gravanis brings experience and a proven track record of success. Gravanis' career in the hospitality industry is marked by achievements across various leadership roles, including Vice President and General Manager positions at prominent hotel brands. Her expertise encompasses a wide range of disciplines such as P&L management, financial reporting, team leadership, strategic planning, negotiations, communication, client relationships, business development, and operations 0 Comments
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