BFAIR Launches Bites Concession Stand at Windsor Lake

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — BFAIR Launches Bites by BFAIR Concession Stand at Windsor Lake on Memorial Day.
 
Bites by BFAIR will be run by students in the Pre-Employment Transition Services (Pre-ETS) program offering a variety of options including hot dogs, chili, nachos, sweet treats, and more.  
 
"The Pre-ETS program is a great opportunity for students looking to explore job interests and acquire real-life experience in a supportive environment," said Kayla Brown-Wood, Director of Day Services. "After a three-year hiatus, we're excited to return and serve our community by the beautiful lake." 
 
The Pre-ETS program is intended to support students in developing the skills needed to obtain and maintain employment in the community. Work-based learning is a vital aspect of the program, allowing students to develop specific job-related skills in a supported environment through a paid internship.  
 
As of Memorial Day weekend, May 27, Bites by BFAIR will be open the following hours: 
  • Saturday and Sunday 11:00am – 3:00pm 
  • Wednesday 6:00pm – 8:00pm (concerts at the lake) 
The BFAIR concession started in 2016, but has been closed since 2020 during the pandemic.

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Clarksburg Joining Drug Prevention Coalition

By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff
CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The Select Board has agreed to join a collaborative effort for drug prevention and harm reduction.
 
The new coalition will hire a North County community coordinator who will be headquartered on the North Adams Regional Hospital campus and who oversee allocations for harm reduction, education and prevention efforts. Berkshire Health Systems has also committed about $120,000 over the next five years. 
 
Clarksburg, one of the first communities to sign on to the opioid lawsuit filed by a consortium of states several years ago, has so far received payouts of $23,594.78. It's expected to receive nearly $64,000 by the end of the 16-year payout. 
 
In October, the board had discussed whether to pool that money with other communities, expressing concerns that the small town would not receive enough benefits.
 
"Anytime there's a pooling of money I think countywide, I think we know where the bulk goes to," said member Colton Andrew said Monday. "I'm more open to the idea of keeping the money here but open to hearing your intentions and how the mony will be allocated."
 
Chair Robert Norcross said he felt there seemed to be a focus on harm reduction, such as the use of Narcan, and not enough for prevention or problem-solving.
 
But after hearing from members of the nascent coalition, members voted Monday night to partner with other Northern Berkshire communities.
 
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