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Lanesborough woman dies in fiery crash on Partridge Road
LANESBOROUGH — A single-vehicle collision on Partridge Road claimed the life of a Cheshire woman Wednesday afternoon. Lanesborough Police Department, Fire Department, and ambulance services responded to the incident located between 782 and 785 Partridge Road at approximately 1:10 p.m. They arrived within 90 seconds to find a Nissan Rogue engulfed in flames after striking a tree.
MA Music Lovers Are Mourning The Loss Of An 80s Rock Icon
Bay State residents are saddened by the abrupt loss of another musical performer who graced the airwaves during "The Rad Era" as some of his most popular selections continue to receive airplay in our cluster of radio stations here in Berkshire county. It is with a heavy heart that we...
Air quality alert issued for western, central Massachusetts
Due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has issued an air quality alert effective until at least 11:59 p.m. tonight in five counties in western and central Massachusetts. Smoke is expected to impact air quality in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden and Worcester counties. The...
Berkshire Health Systems says new harm reduction vending machine in North Adams is first of its kind in Massachusetts
A vending machine that dispenses harm reduction supplies has been installed in North Adams, Massachusetts. Berkshire Health Systems, the county’s largest healthcare provider, announced Tuesday that the machine is officially up and running at the Berkshire Harm Reduction office at 6 West Main Street. Clients who have been furnished with a code will be able to access clean syringes, alcohol wipes, fentanyl test strips, Narcan, and other materials aimed at preventing the spread of disease and reducing the chance of overdose deaths 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The machine – which comes from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health – also provides emergency contraception, pregnancy tests, and other sexual wellness products. Berkshire Harm Reduction program manager Sarah DeJesus tells WAMC that the device is the first of its kind in Massachusetts.
Air Quality Alert for Western Mass
BOSTON — The state Department of Environmental Protection has issued an air quality alert effective for Friday for Berkshire County. The alert also covers Franklin, Hampshire, Hampden and Worcester counties. Smoke from Canadian wildfires will affect the region through Friday night. The region woke up to hazy skies Friday...
BAAMS' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp In Full Swing
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — More students are getting into the swing with BAAMS' Summer Jazz Band Day Camp, which returned this week for its sixth session. Berkshires Academy of Advanced Musical Studies founder and Director Richard Boulger said this year 35 students attended the camp, and although the majority are from Berkshire County, students from the Boston area and New York State were participating.
Air quality alert affecting Berkshire County Saturday
On Thursday at 4:08 p.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until Saturday at midnight for Berkshire County. According to the National Weather Service, "The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has issued a Air Quality Alert for Fine Particulates from midnight tonight to midnight EDT Friday night. An Air Quality Alert means that Fine Particulates concentrations within the region may approach or exceed levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups. Air is unhealthy for sensitive children and adults, such as those with asthma, lung or heart disease, and older adults. Sensitive children and adults should limit prolonged outdoor activity."
A rebuttal to Leigh Davis’ July 30 Letter to the Editor
Recently in The Berkshire Edge, Leigh Davis challenged assertions made by Patrick White, a fellow candidate for the 3rd Berkshire District seat in the State House. The decision to debate one of her opponents for the seat through a letter to this publication struck me as inappropriate, and since Patrick White will likely not chose the letters section of a local newspaper to debate policy, and since no one else has bothered to challenge Ms. Davis’ assertions, I will do it for him.
The Best Bakery In MA Is Situated Here In The Berkshires!
Attention Massachusetts residents: There is a truly authentic bakery located in "Lovely Lenox" featuring a bevy of French pastries, a wide selection of homemade French macarons, custom and specialty cakes, plus a special organic breakfast and lunch, topped off with some of the finest coffees and teas. They also offer vegetarian friendly, and Gluten Free Options. This is one place that will NOT disappoint!
Top 20 List Of America’s Best Hospitals Has 2 In Massachusetts
Let's be honest, Berkshire County. We the people simply don't like going to hospitals, but isn't it nice to know that if we have to go, Massachusetts is stocked with some of the best?. Recently, U.S. News & World Report published a ranking of the best hospitals in the country...
Pea-sized hail predicted with thunderstorms to hit Berkshire County Wednesday
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 5:03 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:30 p.m. for Berkshire County. The storms may bring wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). "At 5:02 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near...
Berkshire Humane Society Pets of the Week: Bode & Goober
Every Wednesday at 8:30 we're joined by John Perreault, Executive Director of the Berkshire Humane Society to discuss all the happenings at their Barker Road facility, plus talk about their Pet of the Week. If small and furry is what you like, Berkshire Humane Society has the pair for you!
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