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‘Mrs. Christie’ is a brilliant, creative treat
Monday, 5 Aug 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Richard Sherman writes, "The story mixed humor, drama and 'whodunit' perfectly and resulted in a well-deserved and rousing standing ovation."
CHP to mark World Breastfeeding Week
Wednesday, 31 Jul 2019 - In a letter to the editor, MaryBeth Merritt writes: "Many mothers stop breastfeeding early if they lack help, time and privacy. When fathers, partners, families, employers and communities support new mothers, breastfeeding rates and duration increase."
Berkshire Democrats urge U.S. Rep. Neal to support Trump’s impeachment
Tuesday, 30 Jul 2019 - In a letter to Congressman Richard E. Neal, the Sheffield Democratic Committee and Berkshire Democratic Brigades write: “You now have a national responsibility to ensure that no one, including the President, is above the law. So your refusal to take more aggressive action on Trump’s tax returns is very disappointing and dangerous to our democracy.”
Buttigieg’s call to service plan is a healthy policy, in more ways than one
Sunday, 28 Jul 2019 - In his letter Harrison Seeley of Pittsfield writes: "As a 16-year-old boy, this policy could have a profound impact on myself and my generation if Buttigieg is elected into office."
High school mergers need to focus on educational opportunities
Friday, 26 Jul 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Sharon Gregory writes, "Unification of the two high schools would broaden learning opportunities; streamline required administrative and financial processes; and minimize the effect of antiquated state policies that have resulted in the use of musical chairs (drawing students from other districts), complex “sharing” to address systemic, structural changes in education and demographics shifts."
Cutting the connection with social media
Monday, 24 Jun 2019 - When you no longer have time for social media and you lose interest in it, you finally realize how much of your life it has wasted once you step outside the box and see it for what it really is... a huge waste of time, electricity, and bandwidth!
Spectrum’s wiley ways
Saturday, 15 Jun 2019 - In her letter tot he editor Peggy Daniel asks: "Spectrum charges us a lot of money. Surely they can afford to pay their employees a living wage."
Join the ‘Plastic Free 413’ forum
Wednesday, 29 May 2019 - In her letter Hinda Bodinger writes: “It’s just a matter of realizing what we can each do and then being committed to make some changes.
Chabon’s experience benefits Stockbridge Board of Selectmen
Monday, 20 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Anita Schwerner writes, "Don Chabon is the only Stockbridge Board of Selectman candidate with experience and expertise in town government, having served as selectman for three years and as chairman for two."
The future of Stockbridge is Tuesday
Sunday, 19 May 2019 - In his letter to the editor, Charles Kenny writes: “For the sake of Stockbridge, we must reject the delusional thinking of some who claim Stockbridge only belongs to them.”
Keep Chabon on Stockbridge Board of Selectmen
Sunday, 19 May 2019 - In his letter Robert Jones writes: "Thank you, Mr. Chabon, for reminding us of the facts. Much has been accomplished in the past few years."
Stockbridge has chance to affirm American values by voting to rename school after W.E.B. Du Bois
Friday, 17 May 2019 - In his letter John Whalan writes: "Through his co-founding of the NAACP and his extraordinary scholarly work he advanced our American ideals."
As Stockbridge population declines, reach out to millennials
Friday, 17 May 2019 - In a letter John Hart writes: “My suggestion is, like Vermont, we have a marketing campaign to announce what we want… more young folks and families.”
Christine Rasmussen will provide common-sense approach for the Stockbridge Planning Board
Thursday, 16 May 2019 - Her credits include the editor of a land-planning magazine that reported on the latest developments in land use, court cases involving zoning decisions and the Attorney Generals decisions on the legality of town bylaws.
Rasmussen is experienced candidate for Stockbridge Planning Board
Thursday, 16 May 2019 - In his letter Chuck Gillett writes: “Christine has engaged in quintessential grassroots campaigning going door to door listening to our concerns and asking for our opinions.”
Edmunds argues for a post on the Stockbridge Planning Board
Wednesday, 15 May 2019 - In his letter Barney Edmunds writes: "Let's make decisions we can be proud of 50 years from now. We do not need to make Stockbridge great again. We just need to keep Stockbridge great."
Flagrant inaccuracies in library friends’ letter
Wednesday, 15 May 2019 - In her letter Kathy Plungis writes: "Friends of the GB Libraries letter states that they do not endorse specific candidates, yet I feel that they did just that."
In Great Barrington town elections, consider the value of libraries to economic development
Monday, 13 May 2019 - In its letter the Steering Committee of Friends of the GB Libraries write: “Cutting the very programs that enrich Great Barrington and attract positive attention to our town is no way to encourage growth.”
Rasmussen is right candidate for Stockbridge Planning Board
Sunday, 12 May 2019 - In her letter to Stockbridge residents the Rev. Noreen Suriner writes: “If you want small town values and experience making decisions about your town, please elect Christine Rasmussen.”
An endorsement for Leigh Davis for Selectboard
Saturday, 11 May 2019 - In their letter Angela Lomanto and John Nelson of Housatonic write: "She already has a substantial record of volunteer service to our town."
GB Selectboard needs Davis, Bannon
Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Pier Boutin, M.D., writes, "I see lots of positive changes underway in our wonderful town and want to see more."
Business owners endorse Lucinda Vermeulen for Egremont Board of Selectmen
Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In their letter, Egremont business owners write: "Lucinda understands how a vibrant business community can fit with the rural character of Egremont."
Eric Shimelonis for West Stockbridge Selectman
Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In her letter Carol Kuller writes: “It is clear that he will govern through consensus and inclusion, giving everyone more of a voice in their local government.”
Richard Long endorsed for New Marlborough selectman
Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, several New Marlborough residents write, "Electing Richard would bring a fresh new talent to our board, gained from long experience in senior executive management as well as his more recent deep service involvement in New Marlborough issues."
Re-elect Steve Bannon to Great Barrington Selectboard
Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - He has no agenda save for what is best for the town.
Endorsement for Martin Mitsoff, Sheffield selectman candidate
Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - His volunteer interests are broad and directly serve all constituencies and ages, from young person to our most senior citizens.
Bannon endorsed for Great Barrington Selectboard
Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In their letter to the editor Peter and Ellen Brewer write: “Steve has great communication skills, knows how to negotiate, and can deal with conflict.”
Re-elect Steve Bannon to Great Barrington Selectboard
Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In his letter, Richard Dohoney writes: “Steve Bannon works tirelessly to keep us heading in the right direction.”
Davis’ fresh perspective good for GB Selectboard
Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Shirley Edgerton writes, "She has expertise in key areas that impact community members’ lives such as finances, affordable housing and economic development."
Leigh Davis has demonstrated her commitment to serving the community
Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Lauren Clark writes, "Leigh immersed herself in our community from the start and has continually served as a volunteer and as an elected official, having spent a term on the Great Barrington Finance Committee."
GB Selectboard needs equal representation
Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Megan Whilden writes, "Over the past two years, we have seen women all over Berkshire County and across the country step up to public service as elected officials and we are stronger and better for it."
A waste of money to renovate Egremont village school
Monday, 6 May 2019 - In his letter, Richard Allen writes: “There are no serious studies showing what the total cost will eventually be.”