CEO Darlene Rodowicz Wins Prestigious Women’s Health Award

TL/DR - Darlene Rodowicz, president and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems, has been named one of the 2023 recipients of the Extraordinary Women Advancing Healthcare Awards from The Women’s Edge. The award, the first of its kind in the nation, celebrates health care leaders in Massachusetts for their career achievements and impact across diverse…

Wrentham Outlets: Police Urge Shoppers Home Due to Heavy Traffic

TL/DR - The police chief in Wrentham, Massachusetts, Chief Bill McGrath, has urged shoppers to avoid Wrentham Outlets due to heavy traffic and long waits, exceeding three hours on Black Friday. McGrath warned that the outlets would close before many could get through traffic, and noted that the traffic situation was significantly worse than the…

Instilling Year-Round Generosity in Grand Rapids Preschoolers

TL/DR - The Learning Experience preschool in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is teaching its students the importance of giving back to the community all year round. The school partners with local organizations and uses characters like "Grace" and "Charity" to illustrate the idea of giving. Activities include making placemats for seniors and instilling a…

Kentucky groups seek federal funds for more solar panels

TL/DR - Kentucky has submitted at least two applications for the "Solar for All" grant competition, which aims to increase access to solar power and reduce energy costs. A group including Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, and 54 counties has asked for a $150 million grant to support solar power expansion for low-income and disadvantaged…