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THEATER REVIEW: ‘Shucked’ plays at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, N.Y., through March 23

“Shucked” sounds as though it will be a hokey, silly show, but instead it turns out to be a remarkably charming two and a half hours of light musical theater.

John J. Pignatelli, 95, of Lenox, longest serving Lenox selectman, among other town and county roles in a life of service

John served with never an intimation nor whisper that any of his actions were influenced by the thought of personal gain. John’s humble, honest and dedicated approach to elected office has made him a true friend of the people he has served. 

Egremont Garden Club festoons the town for the holidays

It’s time once again to brighten up the darkest days of the year. Here’s a look at this year’s decorations from the Egremont Garden Club.

Sharon Milukas, 69, of Ashley Falls, SBRSD teacher

Sharon was a dedicated teacher for 40 years. She taught at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech, and later in the Southern Berkshire Regional School District until her retirement in 2011.

Egremont Garden Club sends ‘mugs of cheer’ to Meals on Wheels recipients

It’s an annual tradition to brighten the lunch deliveries of homebound people.

Anne Rae Thomson Hyatt, 83, of Sheffield

One of her greatest joys in life was being a grandmother at which she excelled.

Egremont Garden Club decks out town for the holidays

Among the volunteer group’s annual holiday offerings this year are 16 decorative centerpieces for tables at the senior center in Great Barrington.

James Ferris, 93, of Pittsfield

Jim was employed as a toolmaker at General Electric for 23 years where he worked in the main tool room. He then taught machine shop at Taconic High School for 24 years until his retirement in 1989.

Trump’s budget, tax proposals would severely impact Berkshire housing, elder services, infrastructure

“The loss of federal dollars to support the Elder Nutrition Program, which represents one third of the program’s funding, would present a significant challenge to replace." -- John Lutz, executive director of Elder Services of Berkshire County

Judith E. Rahm, 71, of Great Barrington

Judy devoted her time to helping those around her. For several summers Judy participated in the Fresh Air Fund Program, hosting children from New York City for two weeks to stay with her family. She enjoyed working for Meals on Wheels and always made sure to set aside extra time to spend with those to whom she delivered meals.
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