The Third Annual 'Share the Love' Challenge

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — This Valentine's Day, and throughout the month of February, the First Congregational Church North Adams (FCCNA) invites Berkshire County residents and friends to contribute to its "Share the Love" challenge. 
 
For every dollar received, FCCNA will donate 50 cents to help three local institutions—Berkshire Food Project, Louison House, and the Al Nelson Friendship Center Food Pantry.
 
All proceeds from the campaign will be split evenly among the three recipient organizations.
 
In February 2022, FCCNA raised $5,100 for its challenge; the next year, it raised $5,550. This year the church is setting an ambitious goal of $7,500 to demonstrate its commitment to
Neighbors Helping Neighbors in 2024.
 
Checks should be made payable to First Congregational Church North Adams, with "Share the Love" in the memo line, and sent to FCCNA–Missions, 134 Main St., North Adams, MA 01247. Contributions are tax-deductible and will be acknowledged.

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Local Stop & Shop Inventory Still Low After Cyber Attack

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Shoppers have reported bare shelves at local Stop & Shops after a reported cybersecurity attack.
 
The Boston Globe reported on Nov. 12 that Stop & Shop claims a cybersecurity issue is affecting its parent company, Ahold Delhaize.
 
Company officials reported that there is limited inventory on certain products and they are restocking shelves as soon as item availability improves. 
 
The grocery chain's parent company Ahold Delhaize said its US outlet had to take some of their systems offline, disrupting its pharmacy and e-commerce business.
 
Ahold Delhaize reports it is investigating the issue and is working with law enforcement, the Boston Globe reports. They are taking some systems offline to protect them.
 
In North Adams, shoppers have reported empty shelves in the produce section of the store as well as limited selections for meat.
 
Ahold Delhaize, an international Dutch company, also owns Hannaford markets, among other brands. There are Stop & Shop stores in Pittsfield and in North Adams.
 
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