Teen Charged After Barracks Crash

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CHESHIRE, Mass. — A Pittsfield teenager is facing multiple charges including driving under the influence after crashing her car into the State Police barracks. 
 
According to State Police, the 17-year-old was traveling southbound on Route 8 at about 6:22 p.m. on Saturday when her 2000 Nissan Altima left the road and struck the east front corner of Cheshire barracks. 
 
The girl and her passenger, another 17-year-old Pittsfield girl, were taken to Berkshire Medical Center for minor injuries. 
 
The car crashed through the building's brick exterior wall and damaged a kitchen area. 
 
After being treated at the hospital, the driver was returned to the barracks and booked on charges of operating under the influence of liquor; negligent operation of a motor vehicle; speeding; and marked lanes violation.
 
A bail clerk released her on the standard $40 bail fee; she is scheduled to appear in Pittsfield District Court for arraignment on Tuesday. 
 
No troopers inside the barracks were injured. The State Police Facilities Section and a contractor responded and performed emergency repairs. Additional repairs will be required. Troopers were able to continue working in the building, which remains in operation. 

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BHS Recognized for Digital Health Achievement

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has announced the results of the 2025 Digital Health Most Wired Survey, an internationally recognized benchmarking program that honors excellence in digitally enabled healthcare. 
 
Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) is proud to announce its Level 8 achievement for both Acute and Ambulatory categories.
 
Among the more than 50,000 facilities represented, BHS ranked in clinical quality and safety, analytics and data management, cybersecurity, population health, infrastructure, patient engagement and innovation. The survey evaluates the adoption maturity, outcomes and value of technology integration across healthcare organizations at all stages of digital maturity – from early phase digitization to advanced transformation.
 
The Digital Health Most Wired survey serves as a comprehensive evaluation and digital maturity report card for healthcare organizations across the globe. As success in digital transformation increasingly influences the quality and accessibility of care, this recognition program reflects the progress of leading healthcare providers as they reshape the future of healthcare. This achievement extends beyond information technology to every area of the enterprise, symbolizing a collective commitment to advancing health and care through strategic digital initiatives.
 
"Berkshire Health Systems has consistently been an early adopter and leader in the utilization of digital technology to improve healthcare quality, safety, security and engagement with our patients across the spectrum of care," said William Young, BHS Chief Information Officer. "I am proud of the incredible commitment of our IT team to excellence in serving our hospitals, practices, and our community."
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