Taconic's Crawford Recognized by Bay State Games

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WOBURN, Mass. -- Taconic High School student Mollie Crawford was named a 2026 Sportsmanship Award by the Bay State Games this month.
 
Crawford, who played volleyball at the games, was one of more than 40 athletes from across the commonwealth in eight different spors recognized for demonstrating, "fairness, respect, integrity, and a commitment to the spirit of competition," according to a BSG news release.
 
“Sportsmanship is a core value of the Bay State Games which we emphasize to all athletes, coaches and parents,” BSG Deputy Executive Director Alanis Tirabassi said. "These award recipients represent the very best of what the Bay State Games is all about. We're grateful to DICK'S Sporting Goods for helping us recognize these outstanding student-athletes and celebrate the positive impact they have on their teammates, competitors, and communities.”
 
Award recipients received a certificate and a medal.
 
A list of the 2026 Sportsmanship Award recipients is available here.
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Pittsfield Holiday Inn Temporarily Closes

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The Holiday Inn & Suites is temporarily shut down, and 101 Restaurant & Bar has closed its doors until further notice. 

The hotel has been closed since Sept. 25, after its last working elevator of three broke down.  The Berkshire Eagle reported that guests were forced to evacuate because an elevator broke down. 

On Wednesday, 101 Restaurant & Bar posted on Facebook that they would close until further notice due to circumstances beyond their control and the closure of the Holiday Inn. 

"We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We thank you and our staff for your patience. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we are able," the owners wrote. 

The central downtown, 12-story hotel has nearly 180 guest rooms.  Massachusetts requires public multi-level buildings and facilities to have elevator access. 

The Holiday Inn recently demolished its crumbling parking garage and is replacing it with a smaller one.  The building at 1 West Street was constructed in 1972; it was formerly known as the Crowne Plaza. 

101 Restaurant opened five years ago within the hotel.  It is owned by John and Tucker McNinch, who formerly operated the Olde Heritage Tavern in Lenox. 

Signs on the hotel's entrance explain that the doors are temporarily locked.  Anyone with questions is encouraged to call (413) 499-2000. 

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