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Notes from Southern Berkshire Ambulance: March 2026

Despite the challenge in recruiting new paramedics and EMTs, I am pleased to announce that Southern Berkshire Ambulance (SBAS) is now fully staffed.

Living through history: Video conferences and empathy

Zoom is great for some things, but let's not lose sight of some great advantages of old technology.

BOOK REVIEW: Michael Waldman offers a critical lesson about the struggle over the meaning of ‘The Second Amendment’

As increasing numbers of our friends and neighbors and children die at the hands of those who wield weapons of war, Waldman offers a wise and unfortunately essential look at how we got here.

South County Shopper’s Guide sold to The Berkshire Eagle

Eunice Raifstanger will be named publisher emeritus, while Robin Raifstanger Hare will stay on in a consulting role to aid in the transition to new ownership. The Shopper's Guide will continue to be located at 141 West Ave.

Children victimized by Trump’s cruel immigration policy

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.

CONNECTIONS: The Age of Millennials

If the millennials are disappointed and angry, they may not be offended by Donald Trump; they may find Bernie Sanders' fist-pounding and impatience copacetic. Sanders’ and Trump’s criticism of what went before may reflect their own opinions.

EDGE WISE: Mother’s Day reflections

This Mother’s Day, by all means shower your mother with flowers, chocolates, and love. But let’s also think more deeply about the tremendous contribution mothers make every single day, and how we might work together to ease their burdens and give them the recognition and rewards they so heartily deserve.
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