Pittsfield Firefighters Extinguish Chimney Fire

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PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Firefighters responded to a reported chimney fire on Blythewood Drive at 4:23 am Monday morning.
 
On arrival, firefighters found the large log cabin-style home with smoke around the fireplace.
 
The fire appeared to be contained in the chimney.
 
After using chimney fire strategy tactics, firefighters determined that the fire was actively burning in the wood between the stone facade and the exterior chimney.
 
The only way to access the burn was to remove the entire facade from the roof line down to the fireplace.
 
Firefighters removed the facade and applied water to the fire. 
 
After four hours of work, the fire was brought under control.
 
Damage may approach $100,000 due to the extensive overhaul to access the fire.
 
All residents were home. There were no injuries.
 

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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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