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Trailmark Bank Hires New Human Resources Leader

PITTSFIELD, Mass — Trailmark Bank, currently operating through its Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank divisions, announced the addition of Amy S. Thomson as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, Thomson will lead the Bank's human resources strategy, overseeing employee engagement, talent development, recruitment,...

Pittsfield, MA · 11h

The Mary Sue

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Chipotle worker says she repeatedly reported unsafe food handling, then her boss told her she no longer had a job: ‘We are all set here’

A Massachusetts Chipotle worker says she spent weeks raising concerns about food safety at her restaurant. Then, shortly after leaving the hospital, she received a text from her manager saying Chipotle had accepted her resignation. There was just one problem. She says she never quit. In a Facebook post calling on Chipotle’s corporate leadership to […]

Pittsfield, MA · 3d

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Lee’s new Clean Energy zoning bylaw gets first test after voter approval

Lee — On the heels of voters approving a new Clean Energy zoning bylaw last month, the Open Door Community Church is slated to test out the new provision with a request to construct a medium-sized solar photovoltaic installation on its 87 Summer Street property. The group filed a...

Lee, MA · 10h

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Nor’easter brings rain and snow to western Massachusetts

A nor'easter is expected to bring a cold mix of rain and snow to western Massachusetts on Thursday night and Friday morning, with higher elevations potentially seeing up to three inches of accumulation.

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Early snow arrives in parts of western Massachusetts

BLANDFORD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) -- Blandford woke up to snow Friday morning, as highway crews worked to keep roads safe and residents welcomed the early arrival of winter. Snow was already on the ground when a news crew arrived at 5 a.m. Blandford Highway Superintendent Ray Hultay said his crews were ready.

Blandford, MA · 11h

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State route damaged by flooding in Columbia County restored

STUYVESANT – State Route 9J in Columbia County has been reopened to traffic following restoration work. The road suffered major damage during a severe rainstorm in late July. Restoration by the State Department of Transportation took less than four months. By using modular, prefabricated concrete blocks – known as...

Columbia County, NY · 20h

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Pittsfield expands free public Wi-Fi at two parks

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The City of Pittsfield has expanded its free public Wi-Fi network, adding access points at Durant Park and Westside Riverway Park. The new Wi-Fi service extends to Durant Park, located at 30 John Street, and Westside Riverway Park, located at 185 Dewey Avenue. These locations join several existing public Wi-Fi zones across Pittsfield, including along Maplewood Avenue, along North Street, and at The Common at 100 First Street.

Pittsfield, MA · 12h

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Lenox Returns to State Semi-Finals

LENOX, Mass. – With a trip to the Division 5 State Semi-Finals on the line, Lenox senior Brooklyn Rodriguez went to the service line. And after harnessing her emotions, she unleashed a serve that Old Colony Voc could not handle, sending the Millionaires to a four-set win and a Final Four berth.

Lenox, MA · 1d

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Lanesborough Looks to Dissolve Baker Hill Road District

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The Select Board is looking to move forward with dissolving the Baker Hill Road District, which is hindering the Berkshire Mall sale. On Friday, the Select Board heard from Vice Chair Juli Baker and Chair Deborah Maynard on how Tuesday negotiations went with Cypress Equities, JMJ Holdings, town counsel, the town administrator, and state Rep. John Barrett III.

Lanesborough, MA · 8h

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Lanesborough Hopes for Continued Talks on Mall Sale

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The Select Board is optimistic that talks for the Berkshire Mall sale will continue. Chair Deborah Maynard and Vice Chair Juli Baker were to meet with mall owner JMJ Holdings, the Baker Hill Road District, and proposed buyer Cypress Equities on Tuesday to discuss next steps. As of Wednesday, iBerkshires had received a "we are optimistic" from Maynard on the talks. The Berkshire Eagle reported a response from a Cypress representative saying talks will continue.

Lanesborough, MA · 2d

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Late Fall Ventfort Hall Ghost Tours

LENOX, Mass. — Join Robert Oakes, author of "Ghosts of the Berkshires," will lead tours through the rooms and halls of the historic estate sharing tales of its alleged hauntings. The tour will take place at 7 pm on Friday, Nov. 20. Tickets are $30. Members receive a discount...

Lenox, MA · 17h

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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Paraplanner

DALTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management (BMM) announced that Joseph Serrano has joined the firm as a Paraplanner, supporting the advisory team in developing comprehensive financial plans that help clients prepare for retirement. Serrano earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) in 2022...

Dalton, MA · 1d

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Elliot Leads Lenox into Quarter-Finals

WALPOLE, Mass. – Jane Elliot scored twice and assisted on a pair of goals Thursday to lead the Lenox girls soccer team to a 4-2 win over Norfolk Aggie in the Division 5 State Tournament Round of 16. Elliot put the ball in the corner of the net to...

Lenox, MA · 1d

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Columbia County pauses Flock Safety cameras

Why was the camera moratorium implemented in Columbia County?. Columbia County, NY (WRGB) — With questions lingering about where some cameras are placed and how the technology should be governed, Columbia County is hitting pause on its use of Flock Safety cameras. Columbia County Sheriff Jacqueline Salvatore requested a...

Columbia County, NY · 1d

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Northeast Notebook 11/12/26: Flock moratorium, Hinsdale police reform, and odd couples

Earlier this week, the Columbia County Board of Supervisors approved a three-month moratorium on Flock automated license plate readers. Some supervisors are hoping it's a first step towards a permanent ban. Also this hour... The dietary supplement Kratom is beloved by people who rely on it to treat anxiety and...

Columbia County, NY · 1d

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Lane closures on I-90 westbound in Becket for bridge repairs

Lane closures will be in place on I-90 westbound in Becket on Thursday.

Becket, MA · 1d

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Pittsfield Council Delays Transfer of Former School Properties

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council wants to engage in more conversation before releasing two former school properties for reuse. On Tuesday, councilors tabled the transfer of Hibbard School to the mayor and referred the same transfer of Morningside Community School to the Buildings and Maintenance subcommittee. Ward 1...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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Pittsfield Council Approves 2.64% Tax Increase

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City Council has passed a 2.64 percent tax rate increase that will add about $145 to the average yearly home bill. On Tuesday, the council unanimously approved a residential tax rate of $17.88 and a commercial, industrial, and personal property tax rate of $37.95. This uses a residential factor of 0.8245 at a shift of 1.75.

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Gateway Fiber Expansion Nears Completion

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Gateway Fiber is nearing completion of its Pittsfield expansion, bringing high-speed internet access to 2,000 additional homes and businesses. The expansion marks another step toward increasing competition among internet providers and strengthening the city's telecommunications infrastructure, bringing service availability to nearly 6,000 homes and businesses. Construction...

Pittsfield, MA · 2d