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Those without power can get emergency shelter at the Visitor Center.

Adams Emergency Shelter Set Up For Those Without Power

By Jack GuerinoiBerkshires Staff
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Update Tuesday morning via Town of AdamsThank you to the Town of Adams Emergency ManagementAdams Police DepartmentTown of Adams Forest Warden DepartmentAdams Fire Department, and Adams Ambulance for setting up and staffing the Visitors Center as a shelter throughout the night. The building is now closed, but will reopen at 8:30 am for normal business hours. We continue to monitor the situation in the affected areas. If you are in the affected area and require assistance please contact the Adams Police Department at 743-1212 or 911 for emergencies.


ADAMS, Mass. — Emergency Management is providing shelter at the Visitor Center for those still without power.

Adams Police reported that parts of East Street, Francis Avenue, and Morningside Avenue are still without power after Monday's heavy winds and the Visitor Center is open for those without heat.

Police Sgt. Scott McWhirt said it is believed that the outrage stems from an incident around noon on Airport Road and although National Grid is on the scene, power has not yet been restored.

“National Grid has been advised and they have been in the area but they have been unable to get the power back on so people are losing heat,” he said. “It is only if they want. I am sure some people are going to stay home.”

McWhirt said those without transportation can call the department (413-743-1212). Northern Berkshire EMS are providing transportation to the Visitor Center.

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Hoosac Senior Honored with Superintendent's Award

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
CHESHIRE, Mass. — A Hoosac Valley High School senior was recognized for her excellence in the science lab and beyond.
 
Kimberly Mach, top student of the class of 2025, received the Superintendent's Award during Monday's School Committee meeting. Mach is an athlete, honors chemistry student, and advanced writer, and is even delving into dark matter in physics.
 
"I think it's fulfilling," she said about the award. "Because when I learned that it existed, I wanted it so I feel like it's a testament to my hard work."
 
The Certificate of Academic Excellence from the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents was presented by Superintendent Aaron Dean. Only one student from each high school receives the award each year.
 
Dean congratulated Mach and noted that "this type of achievement doesn't come by accident," telling her parents he is sure that they are great role models.
 
Committee member Adam Emerson said he has been fortunate enough to see nine of these awards and it is always a pleasure to see the honorees' accomplishments.
 
"You and your family should be extremely proud of what you've accomplished," he said.
 
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