AM News Headlines 8-20-12

(WWLP) - Seven young men from Central Berkshire County are being charged with throwing trash and garbage and slashing tires in downtown Great Barrington early Sunday morning.

Westfield Mayor Dan Knapik's attorneys will meet with the American Civil Liberties Union t oday at the U-S District Court in Springfield.

Condoms will soon be available to middle and high school students in Springfield public schools and parents will be given a chance to opt out of the program.


One of the biggest fears of any parent sending a son or daughter off to college is finances.  How will they do with balancing the budget while they are away?  Another common question facing parents: Should your child have a debit or a credit card when they leave for school?
   
We'll take a closer look on 22News at Noon.