Dalton Rotary Club Gifts Support Food Pantries, Fire Departments

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DALTON, Mass. — Dalton Rotary Club closed out 2024 by awarding $3,550 in financial assistance to local food pantries, fire departments and the Berkshire Humane Society.
 
The gifts were made possible by Dalton Rotary's 2024 fundraising efforts, primarily through its annual golf tournament.
 
The club gave $750 each to the St. Agnes, Loaves & Fishes, and Hinsdale food pantries, $250 each to the Dalton, Hinsdale, Windsor, and Lanesborough fire departments, and $300 to the Berkshire Humane Society.
 
"Food security has become a significant issue for the Central Berkshire community and the Butternut Fire demonstrated the importance of supporting our fire departments," said Michelle Pullano, Dalton Rotary president. "We're happy to help these organizations that provide such essential services with donations made possible through the generosity of our tournament sponsors, especially Greylock Federal Credit Union, Pittsfield Co-op Bank, Lombardi, Clairmont & Keegan CPAs, and L.P. Adams Co."

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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Financial Advisor

DALTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management (BMM) announced that Financial Advisor PJ Gagne, AIF has joined the firm. 
 
He brings a grounded, values-based approach to financial planning, helping professionals and business owners in their 50s and 60s answer financial questions and move toward retirement with clarity and confidence.
 
Gagne specializes in guiding clients through decisions—such as when to take Social Security, how to protect their children's future, and how to turn a lifetime of hard work into long-term financial security. His collaborative planning style helps clients understand their best-case scenarios while preparing for uncertainties.
 
"PJ's ability to simplify complex decisions and help clients move forward confidently makes him a tremendous addition to our team," said Allen Harris, Founder and CEO of Berkshire Money Management. "His expertise will support our continued growth as we expand services across the region and open our new Williamstown office."
 
As the firm announced earlier this year, BMM's newest location at 136 Water Street, Williamstown will be open by appointment later this month.
 
Gagne lives in South Hadley with his wife, their children, and pets. He enjoys home projects, coaching soccer, and time with family. He holds a BA in Economics from Fairfield University and is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF).
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