Pittsfield Police Offering Child Safety Seat Inspections

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police are offering to make sure child safety seats are properly installed.
 
In conjunction with the Safe Kids Coalition, police will be conduction a "child safety seat checkpoint" at Berkshire Crossings on Sunday. From 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. officers, who have been trained as child safety seat technicians, will be available for any one who wishes to have their child safety seats inspected for sizing, fit, and installation.
 
Further, a "select number" of seats will be available for distribution.
 
"It is recommended, though not necessary, that children from whom the seat is intended, and the seat owner's manual, be present," police wrote in an announcement of the event.
 
The Dalton Police Department and Action Ambulance will also be on hand assisting. 
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Brien Center Announces Vice President of Human Resources

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Amy Thomson was recently named Vice President of Human Resources for the Brien Center, Berkshire County's largest behavioral health provider. 
 
In her new position, she will provide strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the Human Resources functional areas including recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and professional development.
 
Immediately prior to joining The Brien Center, Thomson served as the Vice President of Human Resources for the Annie Selke Companies. Other career positions include Director of Human Resources for Berkshire Healthcare Systems' Long Term Care Division, Vice President of Human Resources for Legacy Banks and Director of HR for Cranwell Resort, Spa and Golf Club. 
 
She is a resident of Pittsfield.
 
"We are excited that Amy has joined our leadership team, "said Christine Macbeth, President and CEO of the Brien Center. "The agency will benefit from her 30+ years in Human Resources and her skills in employee relations, compliance and benefit management, performance management and strategic focus. Her previous experience will serve her well as she leads her team in developing and implementing efficient and creative initiatives that will advance the HR components of the organization's strategic plan."
 
Thomson earned a Masters' Degree in Human Resources Management from Leslie University and a
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Boston College. She enjoys skiing, hiking, horseback riding and spending quality time with family and friends.
 
 
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