BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and Members

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Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) has appointed F. Sydney "Syd" Smithers as its new Board of Directors Chair.
LENOX, Mass. — Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) has appointed F. Sydney "Syd" Smithers as its new Board of Directors Chair. 
 
Smithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year.
 
John Mancia, a BNRC board member since 2018, was appointed Vice Chair. Mancia recently retired from a 30-year career in senior management at Elsevier, the world's largest science and medical publisher.
 
BNRC also welcomes Karen Ross and Steve Cunningham to the board. 
 
Ross, a Pittsfield native and long-time BNRC volunteer, previously served on the board and holds a PhD in higher education administration. 
 
Cunningham brings experience in renewable energy and agriculture, having spent the last 15 years running an organic vegetable farm in New Marlborough.
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Create an Ad: Zabian's Clothing

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff

LEE, Mass.— From weddings and proms to a nice evening out, Zabian's Clothing will help you find an outfit that is sure to make you feel confident.
 
Third-grade students in Brandon Boule's art class at Lee Elementary School showcased a diverse selection of men's apparel at Zabian's Clothing, located at 19 Main St.
 
The merchandise includes classic and updated traditional styles in suits, sport coats, ties, slacks and jeans, along with more modern and colorful options.
 
"My father was more of a traditional dresser, and that translated it more for him to buy more classic, traditional clothes. For me, I like to be more of an updated traditional guy. I still have the classics, but I put a little spice into it as well," second-generation owner Ali Zabian said.
 
"I love color, so I have a lot of suits and sport coats that are a little bit different than the norm, but I still carry the basic blues and things."
 
The store was established in 1904 and has been at its current location for more than 100 years.
 
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