Even if they won't be receiving a reduction, primary residents of means would still benefit from a system that levies higher taxes on second-home owners but not on them.
The “Art of the Deal” guy has learned that when you have the power of the mightiest military force on the planet, there is no reason to negotiate—you can just go in and take whatever you want.
Their coverage of deadly economic and political issues frequently distorts or entirely ignores essential historical and factual information, from detailed, well-documented sources, information directly relevant to those issues.
When is Rep. Richard Neal going to come to Pittsfield and report to his constituents about his plans to make our lives better? On so many issues, he is so quiet.
Many residents, students, businesses, and even institutions in our town remain unaware that this statewide celebration starts in Great Barrington. That feels like a missed opportunity for pride, education, and connection.
We should embrace the truth and document facts, as this is a prerequisite to making meaningful reforms. However, simply asserting one’s individual point of view as if it is a reflection of the majority further divides the country and undermines the public trust.
With Trump's overall approval rating under 40 percent, the final straw that should cause Republicans in Congress to put country ahead of politics is Trump apparently abandoning our allies by ceding the Far East to China and Europe to Russia while claiming South America for himself.
The first time I saw Windermere, it was painted black, had purple shutters, and was sagging in places. I welcomed it as the worst house on the best street, and a house worth saving.
The fact is that these hard-working postal workers deliver 112 billion pieces of mail annually to 320 million people at 168 million addresses six days a week, 52 weeks a year.
My support is based on lived experience, professional values, and direct engagement—not slogans. That is why I support State Rep. Leigh Davis and Gov. Maura Healey for reelection.
If our system allows one person to intimidate Congress, evade accountability, undermine elections, and normalize cruelty and dishonesty, then the system itself requires repair.
I was well impressed by the rigor and intelligence of Mr. Geiler’s comments and questions, as well as by the focus and clarity of CPC Chair Karen Smith’s facilitation of the meeting.
Moving forward, it is essential that we highlight both the businesses that truly honor our community and those whose current practices leave much to be desired.
After a decade of drifting away from truth, facts, and logic, now in the 2025 holiday season, there may be something worth mentioning, a belief that also crosses party lines.
