Planned Electrical Interruptions Set in North Adams

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Certain areas of the downtown will have power interruptions overnight Tuesday so National Grid crews can work on the electrical system. 
 
According to the utility, the interruptions will occur for approximately 8 hours, beginning at 10 p.m. on Tuesday until approximately 6 a.m. on Wednesday. 
 
"We regret any inconvenience this may cause and recognize our customers are spending more time at home, but this work is necessary for the company to continue to deliver safe and reliable service to you and your neighbors," stated an announcement by National Grid. 
 
The streets affected include:
  • American Legion Drive from 0 to 74 
  • Ashland Street from 0 to 50
  • Eagle Street from 0 to 15 
  • Hadley Overpass
  • The south side of Main Street
  • 66 and 67 Summer St.
If there is inclement weather or unexpected events on the system, the work will be rescheduled for Wednesday, June 26, for the same time period. In the event of inclement weather on both days, the work will be rescheduled.

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Mass MoCA Welcomes New Tenant, Hosts Route 2 Study Reveal

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art Commission approved a new tenant Monday for the third floor of Building 1, above Bright Ideas Brewery.
 
Gianne Inc. uses recycled materials to create funcational art. 
 
"They are corporation that recycles textiles into functional handmade home art pieces such as quilts and rugs, promoting sustainability through creative design," said Jason Ahuja, senior manager of public initiatives.
 
According to Ahuja, the company is a mother and son duo who will be producing their work in the 400 square foot space.
 
Their lease will be two years long and started on Oct. 1. 
 
Director of Public Initiatives & Real Estate Morgan Everett updated the commission on an upcoming exhibition, "Race/Hustle" by Zora J Murff. The exhibit will be on view starting Dec. 6.
 
The exhibit features many different types of works "that examine physical, psychic, and political violence, the rhythms and resonances of oppression throughout history and into the present, and the harmful desires that our visual culture cultivates," according to the Mass MoCA website.
 
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