Massachusetts Health Connector's 'Hidden Gems' Tour Visits North Adams

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Just days before the start of open enrollment – when anyone without health insurance can sign up for coverage – the Massachusetts Health Connector is embarking on a one-day, statewide tour that includes a stop at Greylock Works on State Road starting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

The "Hidden Gems" tour is stopping by more than 15 locations around the state, highlighting interesting local standout places that the entire state should know about. While at the location, the Health Connector will talk about the hidden gems that can be found through the state health insurance exchange, including quality plans that can fit a family's needs – particularly in ConnectorCare, which offers low premiums and co-pays, and no deductibles, to those who qualify.

During Open Enrollment, current Health Connector members can shop for new coverage that could be more affordable or better meet their needs, and those without insurance can apply for coverage – often with subsidies making it more affordable.

The future of Greylock Works – a former mill turned Brownfield site – as a new home for events and food-based entrepreneurism that will feature regional and local products under one roof – makes it a hidden gem.

The Health Connector will be joined by local officials and representatives from Ecu-Health – a Navigator agency with trained staff ready to help people enroll into coverage – to help highlight Greylock Works and mark the start of Open Enrollment. Anyone needing help with enrollment should call Ecu-Health at 413-663-8711.

 


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North Adams Council Gives Initial OK to Zoning Change

By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City Council wrapped up business in about 30 minutes on Tuesday, moving several ordinance changes forward. 
 
A zoning change that would add a residential property to the commercial zone on State Road was adopted to a second reading but met with some pushback. The Planning Board recommended the change.
 
The vote was 5-2, with two other councilors abstaining, indicating there may be difficulty reaching a supermajority vote of six for final passage.
 
Centerville Sticks LLC (Tourists resort) had requested the extension of the Business 2 zone to cover 935 State Road. Centerville had purchased the large single-family home adjacent the resort in 2022. 
 
Ben Svenson, principal of Centerville, had told a joint meeting of the Planning Board and City Council earlier this month that it was a matter of space and safety. 
 
The resort had been growing and an office building across Route 2 was filled up. 
 
"We've had this wonderful opportunity to grow our development company. That's meant we have more office jobs and we filled that building up," he said. "This is really about safety. Getting people across Route 2 is somewhat perilous."
 
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