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Stockbridge’s DeSisto project is a ‘go’

The Select Board’s unanimous decision to approve the multi-use special permit includes 32 conditions.

U.S. Rep. Richard Neal on pipelines, PCBs, politics, and the Berkshire economy

The reason why natural gas costs so much more in New England than it does in Pennsylvania is that other states have made a commitment to building pipelines.

Traffic, traffic everywhere, and not a place to park

"We have identified 79 parking spots – 60 in lots and 19 along side streets – but I need more help in selling this to merchants." -- Parking Task Force Chair Jennifer Clark

The future of food: Beyond farm to table

"It is not enough to just support the farmer; we need to support the land that supports the farmer." -- Chef and author Daniel Barber, owner of Blue Hill Farm in Monterey

New campaign for renovated high school gears up in Berkshire Hills

The new plan shaves $5 million off the original rejected proposal, reducing the annual tax bite by 26 percent.

Stockbridge selectman defer decision on Elm Court development — again

'We are not against Elm Court. We encourage smart growth, but this is the commercialization of a rural neighborhood.' --Old Stockbridge Road resident Barney Edmonds

Land Conservancy honors David Inglis, Mahaiwe Harvest at 1st Annual Community Feast

David Inglis is “very generous” to “give up development rights on land so he can farm there and protect wildlife." -- Conservancy legal counsel Ira Kaplan

Physician fleeing Pennsylvania gas wells fights Berkshire pipeline

The natural gas companies were allowed to ignore all the state and local zoning regulations; they could drill wherever and whenever they wanted.

Part II: The heroin epidemic in our town, and our culture of cruelty  

I hate heroin. I hate that it disappeared some of my childhood friends, killed others, and left still others straggling down our Main Streets with those shadows in their cheekbones.

State to move ahead with funding for rail commuter service to NYC

“It’s a cycle. We’re at the end of the automobile cycle. It’s now cutting edge to realize that a private company can make a buck at passenger rail service.” -- Housatonic Railroad President John Hanlon

Tanglewood grass

Next to the artists, nothing at Tanglewood takes more “care and feeding” than the lawn, that greensward that many consider to be the crown jewel of Tanglewood.

Part I: The heroin epidemic in my town

We cannot dismiss the problem of heroin and the underlying, mysterious madness of the youth here. What do people need to escape from when they need to escape this much, this far?

Review: A stunning production of ‘Breaking the Code’ at Barrington Stage

Mark H. Dold has come into his own with this role as Alan Turing; it is the one I've waited for all these years as he has performed for Barrington Stage. The result is superb theater.

Federal grants to benefit Housatonic and homeowners

'This [grant money] will provide direct assistance to homeowners who need to put a new roof on, get a boiler upgrade, or energy efficient windows.' -- town Planner Christopher Rembold

State to buy Berkshire rail line; first step in restoring passenger service

'This is absolutely a good idea. It's a massive investment in infrastructure, and it will be significant for the Berkshire economy.' -- State Sen. Benjamin Downing

President of Reconstructionist Rabbinical College to visit Congregation Ahavath Sholom

“This is also a wonderful chance for our members and the broader community to expand our knowledge of the different ways one can live a relevant Jewish life in the 21st century.” -- Ahavath Sholom Spiritual Leader Barbara Cohen

Gideon’s Garden: So others may eat

“Gideon’s Garden is the best thing. It’s such a pleasure partnering with them. They have a big heart; they care about everybody.” --George Laye, director of the Guthrie Center