Big Y Partners with Red Cross Relief Campaign in Response to California Wildfires

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Big Y is partnering with the American Red Cross to raise donations for those affected by the California Wildfires. 
 
Now through Friday, Jan. 31st, Big Y customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate to American Red Cross Disaster Relief at all Big Y supermarket locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.
 
Donation containers for cash donations will be available at all Big Y registers, with the ability to donate with credit or debit at the register, via the myExpress Checkout app or https://bit.ly/BigYCaliforniaWildfiresSupport.
 
"The American Red Cross is focused on making sure everyone has a safe place to stay, and no one faces this heartbreaking crisis alone," said Holly Grant, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross Massachusetts Region. “The Red Cross is working closely with our partners to provide safe shelter, food, emotional support and other critical services to those in need."
 
According to President and CEO Michael P. D'Amour, "For years, our Big Y customers and employees have come together to support those in need through the Red Cross. Currently, their kindness and ongoing contributions are making a meaningful difference in the lives of families affected by these wildfires. We are deeply thankful for everyone's generosity and commitment to helping those facing this devastation."
 
The funds raised through this campaign will support people in the communities affected by these fires.

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Multiple Departments Respond to Lanesborough Structure Fire

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Multiple fire departments responded to a structure fire off Narragansett Avenue on Wednesday afternoon. 

The Fire Department received a call from the owner of 6 Bangor St. reporting smoke and flames at around 1:44 p.m.

Firefighters arriving on scene reported heavy smoke emanating from the 1940s single-family ranch home in the thickly settled neighborhood.

The blaze was brought under control in less than an hour and there were no civilian or firefighter injuries. 

"The homeowner was outside doing some work, evidently, opened the door when she came back in the house, and there were flames and smoke, so she backed out and called us, and that's all we know right now," Deputy Fire Chief Glen Storie said around 2:35 p.m. 

The fire was out at that time, and first responders observed "quite a bit of damage" to the home. The cause is still under investigation. 

Lanesborough, Cheshire, and Pittsfield departments responded to the scene, and Hancock covered the station during the call. 

"The first crew in knocked the fire right down with the first engine," Storie said. 

Smoke could be seen coming from the back of the home. Part of Narragansett Avenue and Bangor Avenue were blocked off while firefighters battled the blaze. 

 

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