Exhibitors Sought for Berkshire Career Fair

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PITTSFIELD — The Berkshire Chamber of Commerce is seeking exhibitors for the 2008 Berkshire Career Fair slated for Thursday, April 10, at Berkshire Hills Country Club.

Last year, more than 60 companies participated, offering an array of job opportunities from entry-level to high-level management positions.

"We have a lot of quality employers returning to the career fair again this year, allowing job-seekers to see what employment opportunities are available to them here in the region. We are looking forward to another great Career Fair," said Christine Hoyt, director of programs and events for the chamber.

Exhibitors can choose between a 6-foot or an 8-foot table; both come with table skirting. Prices for chamber members are $99 for the 6-foot table or $125 for the 8-foot table. Nonmember prices are $150 for a 6-foot table or $180 for the 8-foot table. For more information or to reserve a spot, contact Hoyt at 413-499-4000, Ext. 26, or choyt@berkshirechamber.com

The fair is open to the public and hours are 10 to 6. Admission is free and attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resumes.

The 2008 fair is sponsored by Interprint Inc., Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Berkshire County Regional Employment Board, BerkshireWorks, Berkshire Family and Individual Resources, Berkshire Community College, The Berkshire Eagle and Berkshire Economic Development Corp.
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Taconic High Names Top Students of the Class of 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Taconic High School Principal Matthew Bishop has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian of the class of 2026. 
 
They will speak during the graduation ceremony on Friday, June 12, at 4 p.m at Tanglewood in Lenox. 
 
Gavin O'Donnell, son of Kevin and Colleen O'Donnell of Pittsfield, has been named valedictorian with a grade average of 103. Hunter Bentz, son of Heidi Bentz of Pittsfield, has been named salutatorian with a grade average of 102.4.
 
Throughout his high school career, O'Donnell has exemplified the values of leadership, commitment, and excellence that define the Taconic community. He achieved high honors all four years and made significant contributions to both the school and the wider community. He was an active member of the Link Crew, Green and Gold, and Class Council, just to name a few of his activities. 
 
A dedicated athlete, O'Donnell played soccer and baseball all four years and was named captain of the varsity soccer and baseball teams both junior and senior years. His commitment to service extended beyond athletics, as he volunteered with Unified Games and was a math tutor at Taconic. He has also been an active part of Pittsfield Soccer Club, where he has helped
referee youth soccer games and assisted in getting the fields ready for game days.
 
He has earned several awards, including being a member of the National Honor Society,  the John and Abigail Adams Award, and being an AP Scholar and an AP Capstone Graduate. 
 
O'Donnell plans to pursue a degree in finance at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., where he will continue to play baseball and hopes to excel as a student. 
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