Letter: Ivar Kronick Is Clear Choice for Pittsfield's Ward 2

To the Editor:

I am writing this to give my unqualified support to the candidacy of C. Ivar Kronick for the position of city councilor in Ward 2.

Mr. Kronick has been running a personal campaign by visiting residents of our neighborhood (Dalton Avenue area), thus making himself directly available to his potential constituents. It has been many years since I recall a candidate knocking on doors and answering questions, one on one, and in person.

This personal touch conveys a message that he will remain immediately available to the electorate. His campaign position flyer provides a clear, unambiguous description of his platform. His views on important issues are that of an independent-minded person, not rigidly beholden to a one-party ideology. I firmly believe the residents of Pittsfield, Ward 2, will be well served by electing Mr. Kronick.

Mark White
Dalton Avenue, Pittsfield, Mass.

Heat Index Could Break 100 Degrees This Week

07:26PM / Monday, June 17, 2024

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The next few days are going to be a scorcher for New England. 

 

The National Weather Service in Albany, N.Y., has issued a heat advisory from noon to Tuesday to 8 p.m. on Thursday.

 

Temperatures are expected in the low 90s but the high humidity could spike the heat index to 105 degrees. 

 

Numerous agencies and meteorologists are offering guidance on staying cool and out of the sun. Local cooling centers include libraries and senior centers. 

 

Misting fans will be located at Persip Park and the Ralph J. Froio Senior Center during daytime hours Tuesday through Friday; the senior center will open from 8 to 4 but closed for the Wednesday holiday.

 

The North Adams library will be opend from 10 to 5 Tuesday and Thursday and the Mary Spitzer Senior Center from 8 to 4; the splash pad at Noel Field will be open. 

 

"Extreme heat can pose health challenges, particularly for our more vulnerable populations such as older adults, children and those with chronic health conditions," said Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency Director Dawn Brantley. "We encourage residents to plan ahead and take common-sense steps to protect against heat-related illnesses, including staying hydrated, keeping out of the sun, checking on elderly neighbors and being aware of nearby cooling centers."