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Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: January 2026

Most town ambulances are staffed with EMTs. Our paramedic capabilities are one of the most important ways this organization adds value throughout Southern Berkshire County.

Leda Dewkett, 90, of Lee

Leda enjoyed being active on the family farm in South Lee, mowing the lawn into her mid-80s.

Trump’s budget, tax proposals would severely impact Berkshire housing, elder services, infrastructure

“The loss of federal dollars to support the Elder Nutrition Program, which represents one third of the program’s funding, would present a significant challenge to replace." -- John Lutz, executive director of Elder Services of Berkshire County

Berkshire Baedekers needed for those aging in place

As we age and our houses age, where can we look for the help that will let us stay here for the duration?

Program offers advice to seniors about being scammed

Egremont Chief Police Brian Shaw came by to add his support and concern about scamming. He was so informative about the different approaches "The Scammers" take.

Frances Grossetti Antoniazzi, 91, formerly of Glendale

At the age of 48, Frances went to nursing school and graduated from the Pittsfield Vocational School of Nursing Class of 1972 with honors. After graduation, she did private duty for Norman Rockwell, Percy Musgrave, Gabriella Sedgwick, Margaret French Cresson and William Gibson.

William H. Mooney, 66, retired teacher and selectman

For Bill there was never a student that he would consider a “lost cause.” He would always go to bat for any student or teacher in need.
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