The North Adams branch of Greylock Federal Credit Union was a long time coming, both city & credit union officials concede. But on Friday, a downtown site hosted a small celebration, marking the groundbreaking for the new branch.
The new Greylock facility will be located at 66 Main Street in the K-Mart shopping center. Renovations on a 3,200 square-foot storefront are well underway. The new branch will include an ATM, a night deposit drop off and a separate full-function drive up teller station in the parking lot.
"The incredible support that the Greylock Federal Credit Union has received from area residents during the lengthy process of securing a location has never wavered," said James Lynch, Greylock's president and CEO. "Today, we acknowledge their patience, thank all those who made this possible and begin the countdown to the day we open these doors making Greylock's products and services more accessible to the people of North Adams and the surrounding communities."
Lynch pledged that Greylock would be "good neighbors" and "good citizens" in the City of Steeples. "We're pleased to be a part of the downtown community in North Adams," he said.
Mayor John Barrett was among those to welcome the credit union to the city. The association, he suggested, would be worth wait. "Greylock Federal Credit Union coming to North Adams was not an overnight success story by any means," joked the mayor.
Greylock and city officials took turns using a golden shovel for the ceremonial groundbreaking at the site. Kent Hudson, vice president of marketing and operations, said that an opening date has not yet been selected. "With construction underway, we'll be able to pinpoint a grand opening date in the very near future," he added.
Experienced management touted
Jean E. Noel, assistant vice president, will manage the North Adams satellite operation. "Jean has been an industry fixture for over 20 years in downtown North Adams," said Angelo Stracuzzi, executive vice presidents and chief operating officer of Greylock. "Her familiarity within the community is a comforting fact to consumers in North County and a real plus for the credit union. We're proud to be part of the continuing revitalization of downtown North Adams."
The staff will include Anna Flynn, member service officer; Claire Vanderburgh, head teller; Rebecca Cyr, senior teller; Diana Bonnett, teller; Linda Macek, teller; and Brenda Cariddi, teller.
Greylock Federal Credit Union is wholly owned by its more than 54,000 members. The North Adams branch will be Greylock's ninth location in the county, with other branches in Pittsfield, Adams, Great Barrington and Lee. Anyone who lives or works in the county is eligible to become a member.
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Berkshire County Homes Celebrating Holiday Cheer
By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
There's holiday cheer throughout the Berkshires this winter.
Many homeowners are showing their holiday spirit by decorating their houses. We asked for submissions so those in the community can check out these fanciful lights and decor when they're out.
We asked the homeowners questions on their decorations and why they like to light up their houses.
In Great Barrington, Matt Pevzner has decorated his house with many lights and even has a Facebook page dedicated to making sure others can see the holiday joy.
Located at 93 Brush Hill Road, there's more than 61,000 lights strewn across the yard decorating trees and reindeer and even a polar bear.
The Pevzner family started decorating in September by testing their hundreds of boxes of lights. He builds all of his own decorations like the star 10-foot star that shines done from 80-feet up, 10 10-foot trees, nine 5-foot trees, and even the sleigh, and more that he also uses a lift to make sure are perfect each year.
"I always decorated but I went big during COVID. I felt that people needed something positive and to bring joy and happiness to everyone," he wrote. "I strive to bring as much joy and happiness as I can during the holidays. I love it when I get a message about how much people enjoy it. I've received cards thanking me how much they enjoyed it and made them smile. That means a lot."
Pevzner starts thinking about next year's display immediately after they take it down after New Year's. He gets his ideas by asking on his Facebook page for people's favorite decorations. The Pevzner family encourages you to take a drive and see their decorations, which are lighted every night from 5 to 10.
In North Adams, the Wilson family decorates their house with fun inflatables and even a big Santa waving to those who pass by.
The Wilsons start decorating before Thanksgiving and started decorating once their daughter was born and have grown their decorations each year as she has grown. They love to decorate as they used to drive around to look at decorations when they were younger and hope to spread the same joy.
"I have always loved driving around looking at Christmas lights and decorations. It's incredible what people can achieve these days with their displays," they wrote.
The Wilsons' invite you to come and look at their display at 432 Church St. that's lit from 4:30 to 10:30 every night, though if it's really windy, the inflatables might not be up as the weather will be too harsh.
In Pittsfield, Travis and Shannon Dozier decorated their house for the first time this Christmas as they recently purchased their home on Faucett Lane. The two started decorating in November, and hope to bring joy to the community.
"If we put a smile on one child's face driving by, then our mission was accomplished," they said.
Many homeowners are showing their holiday spirit by decorating their houses. We asked for submissions so those in the community can check out these fanciful lights and decor when they're out.
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