Annual Berkshire Charity Hockey Draft Tournament

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Annual Berkshire Charity Draft Tournament is set to take place on April 12 and 13 at the The Peter M. Foote Rink. 
 
This event will bring together hockey enthusiasts and local community members to raise funds for No Paws Left Behind, a local animal shelter dedicated to rescuing and caring for animals in need.
 
During the tournament, food and supplies for No Paws Left Behind will be collected at the rink. Donations of pet food, blankets, toys, and other essential items are greatly appreciated and will directly benefit the shelter's residents.
 
The success of this event would not be possible without the support of our sponsors: Key West Lounge, Stafford Green Farm, and Amy's Cottage. Their contributions have been instrumental in making this tournament a reality and ensuring that all proceeds go directly to supporting the animals at No Paws Left Behind.
 
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Five Facing Drug and Firearm Charges After North Adams Drug Raid

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Five people face narcotics and weapons charges following a joint multi-agency raid at a Mohawk Forest apartment Wednesday, Aug. 19.

On Aug. 19, members of the North Adams Police Department, the Berkshire Law Enforcement Task Force, and the Berkshire County Special Response Team (SRT) executed a search warrant at 162 Mohawk Forest Blvd. 

According to law enforcement, officers located Jaylen Graham, James Bennett, James Davis, Lindley Wright, and Scott Delmolino inside the apartment. Investigators reported evidence indicating the suspects attempted to flush a significant quantity of cocaine down a toilet as the tactical team made entry.

During the search, officers seized approximately 59 grams of cocaine, 1,650 bags of a heroin/fentanyl mixture (weighing roughly 33 grams), digital scales, distribution materials, and an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency.

Police also recovered three loaded firearms from the residence: a Smith & Wesson M&P .45-caliber handgun with a defaced serial number, a Smith & Wesson 9mm handgun, and an American Tactical AR-15 pistol (.556 caliber).

All five suspects were arraigned in Northern Berkshire District Court on Friday, Aug. 21.

Investigators noted that Graham, Bennett, and Davis were identified as violent offenders with prior firearm convictions.

James Davis, of Chicopee, was ordered held without bail following a dangerousness hearing. He faces charges including cocaine and heroin trafficking, conspiracy, destruction of evidence, and multiple firearms offenses, including a firearm violation with three prior violent or drug convictions.

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