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crime5 days ago•1 min saved

New Indictment in Miss Hall's School Abuse Case Targets Former Science Teacher

A former Miss Hall's School science teacher, Matthew Johnson, 70, was indicted on assault with intent to rape and two counts of indecent assault on a victim over 14 in connection with his tenure at the Pittsfield boarding school in 1993-1994. The indictment is part of an ongoing teacher-abuse case that also involves Jeannie Norris, charged with reckless endangerment, and Matthew Rutledge, previously indicted for rape involving two former students; Johnson's arraignment date has not yet been set.

via WCVB|

#assault-with-intent-to-rape #berkshire-county #crime

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"New England Braces for Potentially Damaging Winds and Snowfall"

Western Massachusetts, particularly Berkshire County, is expected to receive 2 to 6 inches of snow Sunday night, with the possibility of heavier bursts causing snowfall rates of up to an inch per hour. A winter weather advisory is in effect from 5 p.m. Sunday to noon Monday, with slippery road conditions expected to impact Monday morning's commute. Wind advisories will also be in effect on Monday for the entire region.

via MassLive.com|

#berkshire-county #national-weather-service #snow

health2 years ago•8 min saved

Rising Xylazine Presence in Berkshire County Drugs Raises Concerns for PCPs

Xylazine, a potent tranquilizer used in veterinary medicine, is being found in drug samples in Berkshire County at a rate almost double the state average. Users often unknowingly take it in combination with other drugs, particularly fentanyl, which can have a dangerous and potentially deadly effect on the central nervous system. The presence of xylazine in drugs is causing open wounds and complicating treatment options for those in recovery. The prevalence of xylazine in Western Massachusetts is likely due to its location along major drug transportation routes. Researchers are still learning about the long-lasting and scarring effects of xylazine on the human body.

via Berkshire Eagle|

#berkshire-county #drug-epidemic #harm-reduction