Adams Community Bank Great Barrington Branch Opens

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Adams Community Bank (ACB) announced the Bank's expansion into Great Barrington with its newest branch opening at 342 Stockbridge Road. 
 
This is the second branch opened by the Bank within the past ten months, as the Merrill Road location opened in Pittsfield in December 2022.
 
The Great Barrington branch opened for business on Monday, Sept. 18. 
 
According to a press release, the new branch will will enhance the Bank's presence in the South County area, offering a wide range of banking products and services to meet local residents' and businesses' diverse financial needs. The new location will include state-of-the-art technology, a modern and welcoming interior, and a team of friendly and knowledgeable staff.
 
Charles P. O'Brien, ACB President and CEO, noted that opening a branch in Great Barrington solidifies the Bank's implementation of its strategic plan of expanding its branch footprint in Berkshire County. 
 
"Our customers want the convenience of a branch network with strong, customer-friendly technology.  This new branch underscores our dedication to providing convenient access to banking services and fostering strong relationships with the residents and businesses throughout Berkshire County," he said. "Adams Community Bank remains committed to our overall mission of being a trusted partner in the financial success of our customers."  
 
The new branch will be under the leadership of Branch Officer Julie Zdon, who will oversee the new branch with her 17 years of banking experience. She is supported by Assistant Branch Manager Ava Joy and Community Banker Matt Curly.
 
The Bank is expanding its network of Interactive Teller Machines (ITM) called Customer Connect by adding two machines at this new location. Customer Connect offers a 2-way video conference between the user and a live Customer Connect Specialist. This technology allows customers to make loan payments, deposits, cash checks, complete credit card payments, redeem Coin Machine receipts, and more.
 
The Great Barrington Branch will be open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to noon. 
 
In addition, expanded hours are offered through Customer Connect Services, which are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
 

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BHS And CDCSB Partner to Improve Housing Availability

GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) and the Community Development Corporation of Southern Berkshire (CDCSB) are partnering to support the expansion of workforce housing in South County. 
 
BHS will provide the CDCSB with financial support to make some units of the Thornewood available for temporary housing of healthcare workers who face barriers in finding available housing options.
 
"As part of our mission to advance health and wellness for everyone in our community, we recognize that creating better access to housing resources for a diverse population of workers will make a real impact," said Darlene Rodowicz, president & CEO of BHS. "We were pleased to work with the CDCSB to develop this innovative new collaboration focused on addressing one of the core challenges in our community—accessible, affordable workforce housing through the redevelopment of the Thornewood Inn." 
 
The Thornewood, at 453 Stockbridge Rd. in Great Barrington, has 16 furnished units that are suitable for 1–2 adults and vary in size, layout, and features.
 
"BHS's early support of the Thornewood project is greatly appreciated," said CDCSB Board President Jim Harwood. "Our partnership not only addresses a critical community need for short- and long-term housing for healthcare workers, but the additional financial support also allows us to provide this housing at affordable levels and fund ongoing upgrades for the property, such as our current project to build an improved shared kitchen for Thornewood residents."
 
According to the CDCSB, applicants working in Great Barrington will receive priority access to the rooms. Those working elsewhere in Berkshire County are also eligible. Eligibility for the affordable units is subject to maximum income levels.
 
For more information on The Thornewood, visit www.cdcsb.org.
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