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State Sen. Paul Mark and state Sen. Robyn Kennedy of Worcester, holding gifts, visit Berkshire County Arc's programs earlier this month.

State Senators Tour Berkshire County Arc Programs

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — State Sen. Paul Mark and state Sen. Robyn Kennedy of Worcester, chair for the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities, recently spent time visiting Berkshire County Arc's programs. Mark is also a member of the joint committee. 
 
During their visit, they spent time discussing short- and long-term plans for human services in Massachusetts.
 
BCArc offers a broad range of community-based services to individuals with developmental disabilities, brain injuries and autism.
 
In the photo above, from left: Pam Kight, director of employment and community-based day services; Cybele Kilby, vice president of day & employment services; state Sen. Paul Mark; state Sen. Robyn Kennedy; President & CEO Maryann Hyatt; Erin Manson, Department of Developmental Services residential services director; CFO Blanca Durant; Jessica Russo, director of family support & advocacy; and Scott Barschdorf, director of brain injury services.
 
 

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Three Taken to Hospital After Pittsfield Shooting

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. -- Three people were taken to the hospital Sunday evening after a shooting near the intersection of Linden Street and Francis Avenue, police said.
 
According to a news release from Pittsfield Police, it received multiple 911 calls at 6:43 p.m. reporting a shooting at the location.
 
"PPD officers responded to the area and located evidence of a shooting, including shell casings," the release read.
 
Three people were taken to Berkshire Medical Center, police said. The interesection was temporarily closed while police investigated.
 
Pittsfield Police ask anyone with information about the shooting to call 413-448-9700. Information also can be provided anonymously by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).
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