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BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Fuel—gearing up for the busy season ahead

With winter's thaw, the Great Barrington mainstay is looking to capitalize on higher foot traffic come spring and summer.

Senate candidate Chris Canning brings new hope, new ideas

In his letter to the editor, Patrick Fennell writes: "What we have now is not working for the working class, middle class, elderly or the young."

Adam Hinds wins Democratic primary for state Senate seat

Hinds said he wanted a “positive political process” going into November “to demonstrate that we can work together to overcome big issues...we can’t afford to be dividing residents in this district at a time when we face big challenges.”

Senate candidate Andrea Harrington would stand up to Big Energy

In a letter to the editor, William Barry of Pittsfield writes: "Money from big energy has no role in campaigns in the Berkshires."

State senator needs to be more than an advocate

In his letter to the editor, Fred Clark of Great Barrington writes: “I am supporting Adam Hinds because of his experience in creating shared visions with others to reach successful outcomes for all.”

Senate candidate delineates his views from his opponents’

In his letter to the editor, Rinaldo Del Gallo writes: "My opponents are progressive, but not as progressive as I am. They do not claim to want to follow the Nordic Model that is the economic and social policies of the Nordic countries where homelessness and poverty is almost unknown."

PROFILE: Adam Hinds, state Senate candidate, committed to rebuilding Berkshire economy, preserving natural resources

“This [job] will require a Senator who is capable of convening large groups around a common vision. I believe in politics that’s inspiring and is about creating that vision. There are three progressives in the race. The big question is who can be the most effective at promoting that agenda.” -- Adam Hinds, candidate for state Senate

Andrea Harrington, a strong voice for education, a free independent candidate

In his letter to the editor, Dennis Powell of Pittsfield writes: "She is no "Johnny-Come-Lately" motivated by access to power and looking to make a name for herself."

Calling Senate candidate Andrea Harrington ‘invisible’ is a ‘sexist’ remark

In her letter, Jennifer Breen writes: “Senate candidate Andrea Harrington does not attend gratuitous political events, and maybe that is why she was deemed ‘invisible’ by her opponent. Working mothers do not have time for nonsense.”

Robocall falsely accuses state Senate candidate Adam Hinds

In his letter to the editor Jim Edelman of Monterey writes: “To witness Andrea Harrington going negative this late in the race is a disservice to everyone, including herself.”

News Briefs: Bridge Street construction advisory; State Senate & House debates; GB voter registration info

During construction, the Bridge Street bridge in Great Barrington will be limited to one lane of alternating traffic. Accommodations for pedestrians will be in place. Completion of the project is anticipated to be in the spring of 2017.

News Briefs: Lake Mansfield Comprehensive Improvements Plan; 127 legislators support veto override of MCC cuts; Senate passes finance update bill

The Lake Mansfield Comprehensive Improvements Plan concentrates on three focus areas that have significant impact on how the entire space is utilized: Lake Mansfield Road, the recreation/parking area near the beach, and the boat launch on the southern end of the lake.
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