News and events in Pittsfield, Mass.
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Lenox Class of 2024 'a Really Good Bunch of Kids'By Tammy Daniels, iBerkshires Staff 08:43PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | |
Valedictorian Genevieve Collins tells her classmates that they have had a bountiful harvest in what they had experienced at Lenox Memorial. See more photos here. LENOX, Mass. — The Lenox Memorial High School class of 2024 will be remembered as "a really good bunch of kids." Superintendent William Collins said they earned the label early on — it's followed them from kindergarten through high school. "There was something special about the chemistry and history of individuals comprising the class of 2024," he told the family and friends in the Shed at Tanglewood for graduation ceremonies. I need not remind you that this is a 0 Comments Read More >> |
PHS Graduates: You Always Have a Home Under The DomeBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff 06:33PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | |
The 184 graduates were told they'll always have a home under the dome. See more photos here. LENOX, Mass. — Pittsfield High School graduates were reminded that they will always have a home under the dome. Under an arch of purple and white balloons, 184 seniors concluded their high school experience at Tanglewood on Sunday. It was the first time in five years that graduation had been held at the Lenox institute. The 2024 class includes more than 50 high honors students, nearly 30 honors students, Advanced Placement capstone degree and certificate recipients, and Seals of Biliteracy in four different languages. "Just remember you always have a home under the
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Pittsfield High School Awards & Scholarships 202406:21PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The following scholarships and awards were presented to the Pittsfield High School graduating class of 2024. 509 Public Sector Training Fund: Gavin Gaulden Aaron Timothy Coty Memorial Scholarship: Cameron Harrington Adams Community Bank Scholarship: Charlotte Goodnow, Frankielys Payano Allendale Elementary PTO: Katarena Castagna American Legion Post 68: : Roshan Warriar, Kamryn Renata; : Nick Brindle Anne Wetzel Memorial Scholarship: Ava Telladira Berkshire County Arc: : Abigail Malumphy; : Jada Siv;Ellen Muller Boomerang Project Link Crew Scholarship: Jake 0 Comments Read More >> |
Taconic High School Scholarships & Awards for 202406:00PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The following scholarships and awards were presented to the Taconic High School graduating class of 2024.Awards Valedictorian: Bhumi H. Patel Salutatorian: Anna A. Potochevska CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATE AWARDS Advanced Manufacturing: Hunter T. Christman, Cameron M. LaFrerriere, Logan M. Daniels, Rylee A. Pratt Automotive Collision and Refinishing: Giovanna M. Avanzato, Ashtin L. Magner, Noah A. Cannon, Jarmal A. Sistrunk Automotive Technology: Jonah A. Haagenson, Marcus J. Ferdyn, Cristofer J. Ramos, Isaiah R. Baker, Lachian P. Manley, Hunter E. Reynolds, Mitchell A. McCann Carpentry: Miguel E. Alvarado, 0 Comments Read More >> |
Rain Symbolizes Taconic Class of 2024's ResilienceBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff 04:12PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | |
The school awarded diplomas to 190 graduates on Sunday. See more photos here. PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Taconic High School graduates were told to stay resilient while seated in caps and gowns on the soggy grass. The rain eased right before Taconic's 54th graduation ceremony on Sunday. Families, friends, and alumni gathered on the school's lawn in raincoats and smiles to celebrate 190 graduates. "This rain is a symbol of life's moments that are outside our control, just as you're experiencing right now. Your resilience is about embracing these moments, finding the positives, and turning them into memories," Principal Matthew Bishop said. "So
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Egremont Elementary School Pre-K Students Perform 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar'By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff 01:57PM / Sunday, June 09, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Egremont Elementary School students in Elaine Hunter's prekindergarten inclusive classroom made their stage debut on Tuesday with a performance of Eric Carle's "The Very Hungry Caterpillar." The district administration, school committee members, and students' families gathered around the cafeteria's stage to watch as students performed the transformation of a very hungry caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly. Hunter has been teaching the Reader's Theater curriculum to her students since she was a first-grade teacher at Egremont Elementary School in 2017, and when Hunter decided to teach in the pre-k inclusive 0 Comments Read More >> |
Dalton Library Trustees Navigate How to Spend State AidBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff 04:34PM / Saturday, June 08, 2024 | | DALTON, Mass. — The library trustees navigated the best way to spend the state aid during their meeting on Monday evening. This year, the library received $19,928.23 from state aid, which has to be used to improve the library and the patron experience. The library receives two state aid disbursements every year. The amounts vary annually based on population and other factors. Library Director Janet Forest said she is interested in having the library invest in a screen and a projector. This would be a meaningful addition to the library that numerous library programs can utilize. At the moment, the library has a portable 0 Comments Read More >> |
Pittsfield Street Improvement Project: June 10-1204:00PM / Saturday, June 08, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The city's street improvement work continues with the following schedule in place for June 10 to June 12: First course of paving of Third Street, Fourth Street, Curtis Street and Brown Street (from Tyler St. to Curtis St.) On-street parking is prohibited during this work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Use caution when traveling on these roads. This schedule is subject to change based upon weather conditions. 0 Comments Read More >> |
Governor Nominates Members for Probate and Family Court12:39PM / Saturday, June 08, 2024 | |
BOSTON — Governor Maura T. Healey today nominated Jessica Dubin, Alexandra Flanders, Mikalen Howe, and Carla Salvucci as Associate Justices to the Probate and Family Court. "The Probate and Family Court plays an essential role in providing justice for families across the state, and I'm confident that these distinguished attorneys will make strong additions to the bench," said Governor Healey. "I'm proud to nominate them and appreciate the Governor's Council's consideration." The Probate and Family Court Department handles court matters that involve families and children, like divorce, child support, and wills. The Probate and Family 0 Comments Read More >> |
Top Students Named for 2024 at Lenox Memorial High School 11:03AM / Saturday, June 08, 2024 | | LENOX, Mass. — Lenox Memorial High School has named Genevieve Collins as valedictorian and Alice Culver the salutatorian of the class of 2024. Graduation ceremonies will be held on Sunday, June 9, at 1 p.m. at Tanglewood. Collins, daughter of Edward and Deanna Collins of Lenox, is a member of National Honor Society and National Art Honor Society. She is a captain of the Lenox track and field and cross-country teams, as well as a peer mentor. She has spent 12 years singing for the choir at St. Ann's Church in Lenox, and has sung in the All-State chorus in 2022 and 2023. Last summer, she partook in the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, and the 0 Comments Read More >> |
Barrington Stage Kicks off 30th Anniversary Season 08:00AM / Saturday, June 08, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Barrington Stage Company (BSC), under the leadership of Artistic Director Alan Paul, will launch its 30th anniversary season with a new production of the multi-Tony Award-winning musical, "La Cage aux Folles." The production will play June 11-July 6 on the Boyd-Quinson Stage (30 Union Street). Opening night is Sunday, June 16 at 3:00 PM. With a book by Harvey Fierstein and music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, "La Cage aux Folles" is based on the play by Jean Poirot that also inspired the 1978 French film of the same name and its American remake, "The Birdcage," starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane. BSC's 0 Comments Read More >> |
Pittsfield High Announces Class Speakers for 2024 Graduation04:14PM / Friday, June 07, 2024 | | PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The senior class at Pittsfield High School has elected Frankielys Payano De La Cruz, Abigail Malumphy, Brooke Tripicco to speak at graduation this Sunday, June 9, at 4 p.m. The ceremony will return to the grounds of Tanglewood in Lenox this year after a five-year hiatus. Tripicco will be attending Clark University in Worcester and is planning to double major in English and education, and possibly minor in sociology. "I am so thankful for the honor of representing my class with a speech at graduation," she said. "My time at Pittsfield High School has been wonderful and full, and I hope my words are reflective of 0 Comments Read More >> |
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