Pittsfield Teenager Facing Drug Trafficking, Firearms Charges

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police have arrested a teenager on firearms and drug charges. 
 
According to Detective Sgt. Jeffrey Arena, police were informed on Monday that the 17-year-old juvenile was in possession of a firearm and a warrant was issued for his arrest. 
 
When he was arrested shortly afterward, police say he had a loaded handgun, a "substantial amount" of cocaine and a "large quantity" of cash. 
 
The suspect, whose name is not being released because he is a juvenile, is facing the following charges: 
 
• Carrying a loaded firearm without a license
• Possession of ammunition without a firearm identification card
• Trafficking in cocaine
• Possessing a firearm in the commission of a felony
• Violation of probation
 
The juvenile was to be arraigned in Pittsfield Juvenile Court on Wednesday.
 
This is the Police Department's sixth arrest of a juvenile whose criminal charges involve a firearm within the last six months.
Anyone who wishes to provide information about this incident is asked to contact Officer John Virgilio at 413-448-9700, Ext. 607, or text PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).

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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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