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The Emperor’s New Clothes — An adaptation

Belle Fox-Martin - Instead of saying, as one might, about any other ruler, "The King's in council," here they always said. "The President is tweeting in his dressing room.” Read More

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Grand opening

Ben Hillman - The latest chain in the Trump empire. Read More

ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - No prior president has ever abased himself more abjectly before a tyrant...The damage inflicted by President Trump’s naiveté, egotism, false equivalence, and sympathy for autocrats is difficult to calculate. Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - Although most U.S. officials argue that Russia’s interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election have worsened relations, Trump instead faulted 'U.S. foolishness and stupidity.' Read More

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LEONARD QUART: Tactless Trump in London

Leonard Quart - His aggressive intrusion into British politics only heightened the anger of a large portion of the British public. Read More

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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 one who is ready to bring about a more thoughtful and progressive approach to the criminal justice system." Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Perspective

Deb Koffman - Anything can be seen in different ways. How we define, interpret or use anything has consequences. 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 practice of producing new plastic bottles." Read More

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Movies, high heels and the big hurt

Rochelle O'Gorman - Go ahead, roll your eyes, but even in my 20s, I would cringe as I watched actresses run in high heels. 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 both legislators and the Five Town Advisory Committee. 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 language that called on governments to “protect, promote and support breast-feeding.” Read More

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July 9th Somebody’s Birthday

Belle Fox-Martin - Maybe you have some wise words to weave into a toast that would make the rest of us feel celebratory or at least better about our world in general. 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 and this war is being fought on our land. Read More

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LEONARD QUART: Bryant Park, an urban oasis

Leonard Quart - I often stopped there for a latte from one of its kiosks, or just sat there either reading the Times or observing people before class. 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, protesting the separation and detention of children and families at the Mexican border." 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 organizations more powerful, both here and overseas. 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, refraining from governing the nation in the name of party survival, and lying to the public about it. 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 Children and Families welcomes the opportunity to help." Read More

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Vira Vira Equinox

Belle Fox-Martin - Vira Vira poses the question of the day -- perhaps the era. Read More

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A dream in time of sorrow

Letter to the editor - I will be ever grateful to Hospice Care in the Berkshires. Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - Gorsuch is a worthy successor to Justice Antonin Scalia, who died in February 2016. Read More

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CONNECTIONS: A ‘goodie’ woman rebels

Carole Owens - By 23 years old, Julia Ward Howe was dancing and talking, although neither was sanctioned, and testing the waters of whatever else might shock. 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 and fathers and their children, to see for ourselves the cages the children were sent to and to hear their cries. 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 aunt, saying she even has the phone number memorized. 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 Republicans and Democrats work together." 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 tremendous sacrifices made by Israel Potter and all American patriots." 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 possessions. Once here, ICE agents bind your hands with zip ties and steal your children. 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 spirit of our asylum law..." -- David Leopold, a former president and general counsel of the American Immigration Lawyers Association Read More

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In My Back Yard

Belle Fox-Martin - In my backyard, undiscriminating addiction is gutting our children, neighbors, families. 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 time to get to know the president’s private attorney. And because of the recent raid on his offices and the seizure of a massive amount of documents and some recordings, Michael Cohen’s importance in the Russian Affair and the Neverending Obstruction looms even larger. 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 and disconnects the person from what he observes. 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 passage for all new families as it is in Finland (for close to 80 years!)." Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - The prime minister promised — rather politely — to retaliate against Trump’s unreasonable tariffs against his country. 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 school shooting amass) and pleading for cooperation from all of us." 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, slowly demonstrating the diminishing light and the shortening days. Read More

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

Guido Penzini - Some people have turned to bottled water because they perceive it as safer and better tasting. But more importantly, because it is convenient. 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." -- Michael D. Shear, New York Times 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 server. Let's make a conscious effort to do both with grace, enthusiasm and respect.” 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 a model for other towns to emulate. Read More

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A possible format for Du Bois statue

Letter to the editor - In his letter Gary Leveille writes: “I would like to recommend a bench-style statue that allows visitors to interact with the subject.” 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 be respectful.” 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 symbolic than effective, puts an undue burden on local retailers, and was determined without sufficient education and deliberation.” 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 utilities.” 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 of tolerance for items such as these.” 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 foresee the ban changing our day-to-day life in any way. In fact, I don’t see this being a major detriment in any way to most citizens of Great Barrington. Read More

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Repeal the plastic water bottle ban

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor, Laura Keefner writes: “I am all for recycling but this is not the right way.” Read More

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Du Bois statue does not belong on library lawn

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Andy Moro writes, "The Mason Library's lawn is not the place to honor a communist." 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 tremendous time and energy and are deserving of undivided attention.” 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, found in someone who embraces the Criminal Justice Reform that the people of Massachusetts, and particularly, the people of Berkshire County both want and deserve." Read More

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Candidate seeks post as Stockbridge commissioner

Letter to the editor - In his letter Alan Wilken writes: “Now that I am retired, I want to serve and give something back to the town I have grown to love.” 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—reminiscences that reveal why James Comey has become the man he is, providing perspective about why he responded the way he did to the Clinton email investigation and the improper demands of Donald Trump. Read More

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With marijuana laws New Marlborough is on the precipice of change

Letter to the editor - In her letter to the editor,Lucinda Shmulsky writes: "'Proceed with caution' has been the mantra." 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 guest of honor at the dedication of the American embassy in Jerusalem 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 died of AIDS in 1987. 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 an important seasonal contributor, but our future depends on expanding year-round businesses.” Read More

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Town meetings are democracy in action

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Rene Wood writes, "It is a privilege to participate in this most basic form of democracy." Read More

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Vira Vira Equinox

Belle Fox-Martin - America doesn’t have a national dance. Perhaps it should be the limbo. 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 her position if the facts warrant that.” Read More

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BOB GRAY: Garden thoughts

Bob Gray - A garden, large or small, invites a man to know the earth, the wind, the rain, and himself. 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 town and its residents, and try to keep Sheffield affordable for everyone." Read More

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It’s Thursday morning

Belle Fox-Martin - It’s Thursday morning and I could mow but I did that yesterday. Maybe I’ll write yet another note of fan mail to Allison Larkin. 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 solutions for our town that make him the change New Marlborough needs right now." 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 bring diverse interest groups to a unified consensus." 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 who wants to come to town and fill their gallon jugs.” 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 challenges that lie ahead for our vibrant community." 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 is receptive to new ideas and considerate of all points of view." 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 in clear language and assess them in a way that benefits all of us." Read More

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Tara White for Board of Selectmen in New Marlborough

Letter to the editor - In his letter to the editor, David Hastings writes: “For many years, Tara has shown herself to be a dedicated and tireless servant to our town.” 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 from the Planning Board. This is unnecessary because the Selectboard will already have primary local control for marijuana establishments.” 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 support for local institutions including the senior center, local churches and Fairview Hospital." Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Draw what you want into your life…

Deb Koffman - Fill life every day, every moment, with what you love and cherish. Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - Those who have followed Trump’s career say his lying isn’t just a tactic, but an ingrained habit. 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, but rather into unrecyclable products such as fleece. " Read More

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Kate Burke, Holly Hamer for Great Barrington Selectboard

Letter to the editor - In her letter Sharon Gregory writes: "Both candidates offer broad contributions to the Town in community and economic development." 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 from others." 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 able to examine each proposed cultivation site on a case-by-case basis, giving neighbors a chance to weigh in." 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 pollution of our environment is to ensure that any used plastic container enters the recycling chain directly from their hand." 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 severely restricting access to books for incarcerated persons.” 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 are raising families and doing most of the work in society a chance to run things.' 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 Wood as a neighbor and a valued public servant." 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 her love for Sheffield.' 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 closing at Mixed Company.” Read More

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COMMENTARY: Dental bill extracted from committee – at last

William "Smitty" Pignatelli - It has become a well-established fact by now that good dental health is a necessary and contributing factor to good overall health. 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+ retailers from Guido’s to Soco to Domaney’s." Read More

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SOUL SUPPORT: Small Things…A Mindful Practice

Deb Koffman - Anything we give our full attention to is worthwhile…no matter how small. Read More

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POEM: Portrait of POTUS at Play

Jon Swan - Trump tees off. Read More

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Close enounters in Sheffield – of the municipal kind

Terry Cowgill - The only thing could have saved the monument from the opprobrium that rained down so universally upon it: If it had been as cute as ET. Read More

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LEONARD QUART: A day in Central Park

Leonard Quart - I like the way the city and Central Park interact — the feeling that one can find both seclusion and peace as well as communal excitement. Read More

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Plastic water bottle ban would be too much of a burden

Letter to the editor - Our town is changing and not always for the good. If we are not vigilant, we will destroy our community from within. 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 future, as to build an infrastructure for growth is certainly a prerequisite for growth to take hold." Read More

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Rene Wood’s leadership would benefit Sheffield

Letter to the editor - In a letter to the editor, Benno Friedman writes, "...her combination of reason and vision will provide exceptional leadership for our town." 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 exploits, but more importantly about his message to youth that “You don’t lose, until you quit trying”.' Read More

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Ask Jenny

Jennifer Astrella-Wheeler - It’s the little and simple things that will slowly start breaking our cycle of harm. 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 well -- to successfully serve the Town again as a member of its Select Board." 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 cultivators who are thoroughly vetted and licensed for this work." Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - The whipsaw policy shift once again highlighted an administration struggling to find a coherent and consistent voice in dealing with Russia. 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 accelerating pace.” -- Freedom House report 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 when bus stop signs are put up.” 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 - It’s Saturday April 14th and my three dogs could care less about the incessant political banter. Read More

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

Edge Staff - 'The Children's March' shows a critical moment in history when children had a significant impact on the Civil Rights movement. Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - Mr. Trump accused his own Justice Department of perpetrating a “witch hunt” and asserted that the F.B.I. “broke in to” Mr. Cohen’s office. 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 member at the hearing just one year ago today that ‘there is a need to proceed with caution.’" 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 Museum agree and why would our laws allow them to sell the artistic heritage of the Berkshires?" Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - "Trump proposed holding a meeting at the White House in Washington," Putin's top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov, told reporters. 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 thuggery, undermine checks and balances and silence the press. 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, the true story of Cambridge Analytica. But they and we saw only a small portion of what Cambridge Analytica wanted us to see. Read More

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

David Giannini - A deadly silence has been living too long in the corridors of power. Read More

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CONNECTIONS: Tawdry tales of misbehavior

Carole Owens - Perhaps it was a simpler time. Fear was engendered by possible loss of good repute. Money was paid for silence. 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 outdoor recreational uses." Read More

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POEM: Naughty Donnie!

Jon Swan - Jon Swan's poem about the relationship between Trump and Putin that may not speak its name. Read More

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Ruminations of an Angry Knitter

Claudia d'Alessandro - Gunshot is now the third leading cause of death in American children. 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 bumps one cannot miss them." Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost) daily outrage

Ben Hillman - More than two hundred thousand people in the United States have died from overdoses of OxyContin. 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 ones, and say ENOUGH!” Read More

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ORANGE ALERT: The (almost)daily outrage

Ben Hillman - "If you have an innocent client, Mr. Dowd, act like it," Trey Goudy, the South Carolina Republican, said on "Fox News Sunday." 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 senior adviser, by taking advantage of his complex business arrangements, financial difficulties and lack of foreign policy experience." --- The Washington Post 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 presidential election, and it really was at the expense of Hillary Clinton and in favor of Donald Trump. Read More

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