MountainOne Brings a Day of Summer Fun to Camp Russell

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — MountainOne's Mo, the MountainOne Spokesgoat, visited Camp Russell this summer with a giant tiger bounce house, popsicles, a storybook reading.

This year, MountainOne donated $7,150 to the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires, supporting the Club's Annual Golf Tournament and scholarships that helped more children experience a summer at Camp Russell.

"Camp Russell is all about giving kids a place to have fun, make friends, try new things, and create memories, and we wanted our visit to add a little something special to their summer," said Brenda Petell, Vice President of Community Engagement at MountainOne. "Seeing the campers running to the bounce house, meeting Mo, and enjoying the time together was a wonderful reminder of why supporting organizations like the Boys & Girls Club matters."

Campers spent the morning with MountainOne and enjoyed the giant tiger bounce house, popsicles, and a special visit from Mo before joining him for a reading from MountainOne's award-winning storybook series. Following the reading, each camper received a backpack with a copy of the featured book, a piggy bank, and a Mo plushie to take home.

The storybook reading was part of MountainOne's ongoing program designed to introduce young readers to lessons such as saving, work ethic, perseverance, and teamwork. The complimentary program is offered to schools, libraries, and community organizations throughout the region.

"We're grateful for MountainOne's continued support of the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires," said Joseph McGovern, Chief Executive Officer of the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires. "Their support of Camp Russell helps create meaningful experiences for the kids we serve, and we're proud to have MountainOne as a dedicated community partner."

 


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North Adams Student Struck by Bicyclist at Bus Stop

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — A North Adams Public Schools student was sent to the hospital with minor injuries after being hit by a bicyclist at a bus stop.

According to police, the incident happened around 8:14 Friday morning near the intersection of Hudson Street and Eagle Street.

An adult was riding a bicycle southbound on Eagle Street down a steep decline. The bicycle's brakes were not working, and the rider was unable to stop.

A group of children was waiting for the school bus at the intersection when the bicyclist struck one of the students. 

First responders were on scene, and other adults present at the bus stop also intervened.

The child sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital, where he was treated and released later that morning.

The bicyclist was charged with operating a bicycle to endanger. Police confirmed the bicycle was not an e-bike.

The school district sent families an email stating that students riding the Brayton B2 bus and the Colgrove C2 bus witnessed the accident. Staff checked in with each student witness, and school adjustment counselors provided support for students throughout the day.

 

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