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Knight will bring experience, progress to DA post

Letter to the editor - In her letter Mary Talbot writes: "Berkshire County deserves a district attorney whose experience is as impressive as it is extensive, and o... Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Perspective

Deb Koffman - In her letter Mary Talbot writes: "Berkshire County deserves a district attorney whose experience is as impressive as it is extensive, and o... Read More

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Resist effort to repeal plastic water bottle ban

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Marj Wexler writes: "We urgently need consumer pressure on bottling companies to challenge the unsustainable pr... Read More

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Movies, high heels and the big hurt

Rochelle O'Gorman - In her letter to the editor, Marj Wexler writes: "We urgently need consumer pressure on bottling companies to challenge the unsustainable pr... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Spectrum, the cable provider customers love to hate

Carole Owens - Since taking over Time Warner in 2014, Spectrum has consistently provided less for more. That double-edged practice requires attention from ... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - The United States delegation, embracing the interests of infant formula manufacturers … sought to water down the resolution by removing la... Read More

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July 9th Somebody’s Birthday

Belle Fox-Martin - The United States delegation, embracing the interests of infant formula manufacturers … sought to water down the resolution by removing la... Read More

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REVIEW: ‘The Plot to Hack America,’ the untold war on American soil

Dook Snyder - We are used to the images of war: bombs and bullets and blood. But Nance knows what many Americans are unwilling to recognize: We are at war... Read More

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LEONARD QUART: Bryant Park, an urban oasis

Leonard Quart - We are used to the images of war: bombs and bullets and blood. But Nance knows what many Americans are unwilling to recognize: We are at war... Read More

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Great Barrington shows its support for immigrants

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Joanne Rogovin writes: "An estimated 500 men, women and children filled the hill next to the GB shrubbery, prot... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - By using the gang to demonize all Latino immigrants, Trump is building inner-city walls that alienate communities and risk making criminal o... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Bow Ties snarl; Big Tents fold

Carole Owens - In a land far, far away, the two political parties skulked around the capital city calling each other names, playing dirty tricks, refrainin... Read More

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Separation of immigrant children from parents violates children’s rights

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor Erin Sullivan writes: "If any family, regardless of their immigration status, is in need of support Berkshire Ch... Read More

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Vira Vira Equinox

Belle Fox-Martin - In her letter to the editor Erin Sullivan writes: "If any family, regardless of their immigration status, is in need of support Berkshire Ch... Read More

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A dream in time of sorrow

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor Erin Sullivan writes: "If any family, regardless of their immigration status, is in need of support Berkshire Ch... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In her letter to the editor Erin Sullivan writes: "If any family, regardless of their immigration status, is in need of support Berkshire Ch... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: A ‘goodie’ woman rebels

Carole Owens - In her letter to the editor Erin Sullivan writes: "If any family, regardless of their immigration status, is in need of support Berkshire Ch... Read More

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America’s new policy toward immigrants: Kids in cages, families imprisoned

Dook Snyder - This time, thankfully, the free press that our president mocks day after day as fake gave us the chance to hear firsthand from these mothers... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In the audio you can hear children crying and asking for “Papi” and “Mama." One child can be heard begging for someone to call her aun... Read More

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Jeff Beals is true progressive choice for NY-19

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Steve Dunda writes: "Jeff Beal's diplomatic work under both Republican and Democratic administrations will help R... Read More

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‘Israel Potter’ highlights sacrifices made for democracy

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Jacqueline Washack writes, "After experiencing this marvelous production, I couldn't help but think about the tre... Read More

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Children victimized by Trump’s cruel immigration policy

Rochelle O'Gorman - Imagine fleeing for your life, walking, yes WALKING, about 1,500 miles with only the clothes on your back and a rucksack with a few minor po... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - "Today's decision puts many refugees and asylum seekers fleeing horrific violence -- especially women -- in grave danger and violates the sp... Read More

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In My Back Yard

Belle Fox-Martin - "Today's decision puts many refugees and asylum seekers fleeing horrific violence -- especially women -- in grave danger and violates the sp... Read More

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Smoke Signals from the Swamp: Michael Cohen – the early years

Dook Snyder - Since we’re working our smoke-signal way through the supporting cast the president has surrounded himself with, it’s probably a good tim... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Screens, screens everywhere, telling us who we are

Carole Owens - A spectator is not able to affect the outcome nor is a spectator responsible for the outcome. That in turn decreases empathy, desensitizes a... Read More

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Berkshire Baby Box thanks the community for fundraising support

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Hinda Bodinger writes: "It is our goal that receiving a Berkshire Baby Box will become a treasured rite of passag... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In a letter to the editor, Hinda Bodinger writes: "It is our goal that receiving a Berkshire Baby Box will become a treasured rite of passag... Read More

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Student demands for gun control are reasonable, critically important

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Rita Kasky writes: "The student movement is crossing the country, educating our citizens (as more and more scho... Read More

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BOB GRAY: Light and shadow

Bob Gray - After the Summer Solstice, waiting for us just around the next bend in time’s progress, the shadow will begin its drift back toward me, sl... Read More

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THE REST OF THE STORY: On plastics, people vote with their feet

Guido Penzini - After the Summer Solstice, waiting for us just around the next bend in time’s progress, the shadow will begin its drift back toward me, sl... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In a pair of early-morning tweets, Mr. Trump suggested that he would not have to pardon himself because he had “done nothing wrong." -- ... Read More

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Business owner clarifies hiring challenges

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Robin Helfand writes: “The daily stuff of life places each of us in the role of being served and being a serv... Read More

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The many reasons the plastic bottle bylaw is essential

Letter to the editor - Rome was not built in a day. Banning the sale of single-use plastic bottles is a start. It builds the momentum begun by Concord, and creates... Read More

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A possible format for Du Bois statue

Letter to the editor - Rome was not built in a day. Banning the sale of single-use plastic bottles is a start. It builds the momentum begun by Concord, and creates... Read More

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Show respect – and kindness — for different viewpoints

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Stephanie Quinlan writes: “Let's not get caught up in debating just how much ‘P.C.’ is enough. Let's just... Read More

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Plastic water bottle ban more symbolic than effective

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Carol Diehl writes: “I will be signing the petition to repeal the ban because I am convinced it is more symbo... Read More

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There’s money on the table

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Uli Nagel writes: “At least 75 percent of the cost of insulation you need for your home will be paid for by the... Read More

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Collectible items sustain racist stereotypes

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Wayne Kabak writes: “I think we are long the past the point where society should have even the smallest grain... Read More

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A student’s perspective on the plastic water bottle debate

Claudia Maurino - Almost everyone I know already brings a reusable water bottle to school (many in bright colors or covered in fun stickers), and I don’t fo... Read More

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Repeal the plastic water bottle ban

Letter to the editor - Almost everyone I know already brings a reusable water bottle to school (many in bright colors or covered in fun stickers), and I don’t fo... Read More

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Du Bois statue does not belong on library lawn

Letter to the editor - Almost everyone I know already brings a reusable water bottle to school (many in bright colors or covered in fun stickers), and I don’t fo... Read More

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Steve Bannon’s two chairmanships may be too much for one person

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Patrick Hollenbeck writes: “My concern is that both of these demanding leadership positions require tremendou... Read More

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Andrea Harrington brings fresh perspective, fresh leadership to D.A. race

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Steve Farina writes: "The District Attorney’s office needs the fresh leadership, energized leadership, foun... Read More

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Candidate seeks post as Stockbridge commissioner

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Steve Farina writes: "The District Attorney’s office needs the fresh leadership, energized leadership, foun... Read More

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Smoke Signals from the Swamp: Comey on Comey in ‘A Higher Loyalty’

Dook Snyder - Critical reviews of “A Higher Loyalty” are easy to find. Instead, I’m going to offer some excerpts many critics have neglected—remin... Read More

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With marijuana laws New Marlborough is on the precipice of change

Letter to the editor - Critical reviews of “A Higher Loyalty” are easy to find. Instead, I’m going to offer some excerpts many critics have neglected—remin... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - "Then God sent a hunter. A hunter is someone who comes with a gun and he forces you. Hitler was a hunter." -- Evangelist John Hagee, a gues... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Seven words that stopped an American demagogue

Carole Owens - Trump became the second man to call Roy Cohn his mentor. The first was Joseph McCarthy. Cohn was disbarred for unethical conduct in 1986. He... Read More

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Edmunds seeks election to Stockbridge Planning Board

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Barney Edmunds writes: “Our town (indeed, every Berkshire town) is facing an economic challenge. Tourism is a... Read More

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Town meetings are democracy in action

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Barney Edmunds writes: “Our town (indeed, every Berkshire town) is facing an economic challenge. Tourism is a... Read More

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Vira Vira Equinox

Belle Fox-Martin - In his letter to the editor, Barney Edmunds writes: “Our town (indeed, every Berkshire town) is facing an economic challenge. Tourism is a... Read More

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Holly Hamer for Great Barrington Selectboard

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor Patrick Hollenbeck writes: “Holly has the courage to stand behind tough decisions and has the wisdom to evolve... Read More

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BOB GRAY: Garden thoughts

Bob Gray - In his letter to the editor Patrick Hollenbeck writes: “Holly has the courage to stand behind tough decisions and has the wisdom to evolve... Read More

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Petersen seeks support for candidacy in Sheffield

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Andrew G. Petersen writes, "If re-elected, I will continue to work as hard as I can to do the right thing for the... Read More

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It’s Thursday morning

Belle Fox-Martin - In a letter to the editor, Andrew G. Petersen writes, "If re-elected, I will continue to work as hard as I can to do the right thing for the... Read More

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Doern is the change New Marlborough needs

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Lauri Aibel and Tim Sleeper write, "He also has the ability to speak with local residents and carefully craft sol... Read More

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Daniel Doern best qualified for New Marlborough selectboard

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor Lucinda Shmulsky writes: "Daniel Doern also has special skills and diplomatic leadership qualities that can brin... Read More

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Unfair to give water away

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Bill Arienti writes: “Our water is metered and it is not fair to give free water to any Tom, Dick or Harry wh... Read More

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Elect Kate Burke to Great Barrington Selectboard

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Jeffrey Blaugrund writes, "Kate is the mother of a young family, and she clearly understands the comprehensive ch... Read More

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White’s experience, dedication are benefits for New Marlborough

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Arlyn and Owen Hoberman write, "Tara has a proven track record of working tirelessly for the community, and she i... Read More

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New Marlborough Board of Selectmen needs Daniel Doern

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, eight New Marlborough residents write, "Dan has shown the ability to navigate complicated matters, explain them i... Read More

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Tara White for Board of Selectmen in New Marlborough

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, eight New Marlborough residents write, "Dan has shown the ability to navigate complicated matters, explain them i... Read More

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At Great Barrington Town Meeting, don’t amend marijuana zoning bylaw

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Brandee Nelson writes: “The Selectboard’s proposed zoning amendment inappropriately takes siting control fr... Read More

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Why elect Rene Wood to the Sheffield Board of Selectmen?

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Dennis Sears writes, "In addition to her many positions in local governance, Rene has performed years of hands-on... Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Draw what you want into your life…

Deb Koffman - In a letter to the editor, Dennis Sears writes, "In addition to her many positions in local governance, Rene has performed years of hands-on... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In a letter to the editor, Dennis Sears writes, "In addition to her many positions in local governance, Rene has performed years of hands-on... Read More

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Plastic bottle ban will protect environment, human health

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Emily Norton of the Sierra Club writes, "Plastic bottles are not fully recycled by turning them into more bottles... Read More

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Kate Burke, Holly Hamer for Great Barrington Selectboard

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Emily Norton of the Sierra Club writes, "Plastic bottles are not fully recycled by turning them into more bottles... Read More

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Plastic water bottle ban based on misinformation

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor Tara White writes: "When you consider the vote to ban only water bottles, consider what you may be taking away f... Read More

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With bylaw GB Selectboard seeks oversight on marijuana growing sites

Letter to the editor - In their letter to the editor Great Barrington Selectboard members Ed Abrahams and Sean Stanton write: "The Selectboard would like to be abl... Read More

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Bottled-water ban should focus on all plastics, not just water bottles

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Janis Bosworth Graham-Jones writes, "The single, most effective thing a consumer can do to reduce plastic polluti... Read More

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Women’s Prison Project provides books to prisoners

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Susie Kaufman writes: “I was stunned to learn that New York State -- and no doubt other states -- are severel... Read More

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Burke would bring much-needed new blood to GB Selectboard

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Eunice Agar writes, 'It is time for for those of us who are older to move over and give the young people who ar... Read More

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Wood’s local political experience good for Sheffield

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Binney Meigs and Katie Woodhouse write, "The Berkshires, and specifically Sheffield, are fortunate to have Rene W... Read More

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Rene Wood’s devotion to Sheffield makes her ideal candidate for selectman

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Rita Vrhel writes, 'Her knowledge of Sheffield and regional needs is extensive. Her connections are deep as is he... Read More

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Don’t miss Joan Ackermann’s ‘QUERTY’

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, John Jones writes: “I advise all not to deprive your verbal senses and to get a ticket before the May 19th cl... Read More

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COMMENTARY: Dental bill extracted from committee – at last

William "Smitty" Pignatelli - In his letter to the editor, John Jones writes: “I advise all not to deprive your verbal senses and to get a ticket before the May 19th cl... Read More

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Water bottle ban to help environment without burdening merchants

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Small Things…A Mindful Practice

Deb Koffman - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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POEM: Portrait of POTUS at Play

Jon Swan - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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Close enounters in Sheffield – of the municipal kind

Terry Cowgill - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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LEONARD QUART: A day in Central Park

Leonard Quart - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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Plastic water bottle ban would be too much of a burden

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Jennifer Clark writes, "We have had a positive response from our business community, with endorsements from 30+... Read More

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Berkshire Flyer will strengthen Berkshires’ economy

Letter to the editor - In their letter to the editor, Cortney Dupont and Sandra Carroll write, "The Berkshire Flyer is nothing less than an investment in our futur... Read More

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Rene Wood’s leadership would benefit Sheffield

Letter to the editor - In their letter to the editor, Cortney Dupont and Sandra Carroll write, "The Berkshire Flyer is nothing less than an investment in our futur... Read More

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American Legion aims to bring Sammy Lee Davis to BHRSD

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Harold French writes, 'Davis will talk to the students in The Berkshire Hills Region School District about his ... Read More

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Ask Jenny

Jennifer Astrella-Wheeler - In his letter to the editor, Harold French writes, 'Davis will talk to the students in The Berkshire Hills Region School District about his ... Read More

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Rene Wood should return to Sheffield Board of Selectmen

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Martin Mitsoff writes, "Rene has the experience -- and excellent regional and state government relationships as... Read More

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Oasis Campus to respect caution of New Marlborough residents

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, Joshua Seitz writes, "It’s my plan to develop a safe, secure and well-managed growing facility for cultivator... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In his letter to the editor, Joshua Seitz writes, "It’s my plan to develop a safe, secure and well-managed growing facility for cultivator... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Make America a democracy again

Carole Owens - “Democracy is under assault and in retreat around the globe, a crisis that has intensified as America’s democratic standards erode at an... Read More

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BRTA cutting Great Barrington express bus service in half

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor Tate Coleman writes: “The bus is a valuable resource in the community, and will hopefully become more utilized... Read More

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Ask Jenny

Jennifer Astrella-Wheeler - When I/we get wiser what kinda crazy question would you love a child to ask about your life? �... Read More

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It’s Saturday, April 14th

Belle Fox-Martin - When I/we get wiser what kinda crazy question would you love a child to ask about your life? �... Read More

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‘The Children’s March’ film screening to support National School Walkout

Edge Staff - When I/we get wiser what kinda crazy question would you love a child to ask about your life? �... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - When I/we get wiser what kinda crazy question would you love a child to ask about your life? �... Read More

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New Marlborough must proceed with ‘due diligence’

Letter to the editor - In her letter Lucinda Shmulsky of New Marlborough writes: “I concur with the insightful words of wisdom offered by our Planning Board mem... Read More

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Lessons from St. Petersburg about the Berkshire Museum

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Leslie Ferris writes: "What has happened to our community? Why would the board of trustees of the Berkshire Mus... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In her letter to the editor, Leslie Ferris writes: "What has happened to our community? Why would the board of trustees of the Berkshire Mus... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: The makings of a dictator

Carole Owens - There are handbooks on becoming a dictator. You have to have the taste for it and the talent but, if you do: create an oligarchy, encourage... Read More

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Smoke Signals from the Swamp: Kushner, the Mercers and Cambridge Analytica – Round One

Dook Snyder - As you continue to read, I want you to imagine an iceberg. Both Forbes and the New York Times thought they were being told, and telling us, ... Read More

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For the Students (and All) Who March Against Gun Violence

David Giannini - As you continue to read, I want you to imagine an iceberg. Both Forbes and the New York Times thought they were being told, and telling us, ... Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Tawdry tales of misbehavior

Carole Owens - As you continue to read, I want you to imagine an iceberg. Both Forbes and the New York Times thought they were being told, and telling us, ... Read More

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Egremont voters should reject overlay district

Letter to the editor - In her letter Alexandra Glover writes: "The Planning Board rejected this proposed bylaw ... The uses allowed by right include far more than ... Read More

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POEM: Naughty Donnie!

Jon Swan - In her letter Alexandra Glover writes: "The Planning Board rejected this proposed bylaw ... The uses allowed by right include far more than ... Read More

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Ruminations of an Angry Knitter

Claudia d'Alessandro - In her letter Alexandra Glover writes: "The Planning Board rejected this proposed bylaw ... The uses allowed by right include far more than ... Read More

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Speed bumps make streets safer, for drivers and pedestrians

Letter to the editor - In his letter Christopher Owen writes: "Many of us, including myself, from time to time miss seeing speed limit reduction signs. With speed ... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In his letter Christopher Owen writes: "Many of us, including myself, from time to time miss seeing speed limit reduction signs. With speed ... Read More

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Keep guns out of the hands of the unstable

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor Cathy Kogan writes: “Let us come together to honor all victims of gun violence in our country and their loved ... Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost)daily outrage

Ben Hillman - In her letter to the editor Cathy Kogan writes: “Let us come together to honor all victims of gun violence in our country and their loved ... Read More

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Smoke Signals from the Swamp: Connecting the Kushner dots

Dook Snyder - “Officials in at least four countries have privately discussed ways they can manipulate Jared Kushner, the president's son-in-law and seni... Read More

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Smoke Signals from the Swamp: The Russians and their trolls

Dook Snyder - There really was, the Justice Department is saying, a Russian influence operation to interfere in the U.S. political system during the 2016 ... Read More

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Vira Vira Equinox

Belle Fox-Martin - There really was, the Justice Department is saying, a Russian influence operation to interfere in the U.S. political system during the 2016 ... Read More

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Cable problems continue as Charter / Spectrum monopoly rips off customers

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Linda Miller, chair of the Five Town Cable Advisory Committee, writes: “Charter/Spectrum has not been honest ... Read More

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New Marlborough selectmen will benefit from public hearing on marijuana facility

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Lucinda Shmulsky writes: “If the Board of Selectmen in the Town of New Marlborough, hosts an Open Public Hear... Read More

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Truth be told — again

Bobby Houston - In her letter to the editor, Lucinda Shmulsky writes: “If the Board of Selectmen in the Town of New Marlborough, hosts an Open Public Hear... Read More

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Proposed New Marlborough pot farm sparks irresponsible public rudeness

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Mackenzie Mullen writes: “To treat a public town hall meeting with the same regard as a personality contest i... Read More

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To be or not to be: The future of the Monterey School resides with voters

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Carol Edelman writes: "The student census and distribution make it clear that although many of us have great se... Read More

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