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Relay for Life of Berkshire County returns on June 28

Last year, the event was held outside at Monument Mountain's track. However, four hours into the event, a microburst storm hit the track, destroying the event area. This year, event organizer Ray Gardino told The Berkshire Edge they are not taking any chances and will hold the event indoors.

Garrison Keillor’s appearance this weekend in New Marlborough stirs emotions

After Keillor was dismissed, a subsequent MPR news investigation revealed "a years-long pattern of behavior that left several women who worked for Keillor feeling mistreated, sexualized or belittled."

CONNECTIONS: A question of unintended intent

“Where I disagree is that, sadly, it sounds as if you believe ONLY the man’s intent matters. Equally, it matters how the woman experiences it. So if the man says 'I intended no harm,' that is half the discussion; that doesn’t end the discussion."

 For Judge Kavanaugh, it’s only about him

 “I will never quit” is based on two premises: there are no possible circumstances that are more important than my not quitting; and this is about me.

Monument students walk out in opposition to Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh

“If our own justice system does not value the voice of abuse survivors, that sets a tone for our entire country to follow suit.” — MMRHS junior Greta Luf

LEONARD QUART: Oprah at the Golden Globes – rehearsal for the White House?

I understand the political appeal of charisma, especially of a woman like Oprah who can bridge the racial divide.

News Briefs: Hinds statement on Rosenberg situation; Department of Public Health advises early flu shots

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health said Tuesday that flu season has started earlier than usual and recommends that people take steps to prevent the spread of flu.

CONNECTIONS: Sexual harassment, an American tradition

This is a backlash; this is pent-up demand, not for widgets, but for justice and respect.

Community Health Programs CEO Bryan Ayars resigns, citing ‘internal discord’

“We are grateful for Bryan’s important contributions to CHP during his tenure. The Board has engaged an interim management team to bring administrative leadership to CHP in the coming months.” --- Jodi Rathbun-Briggs, president of CHP Board of Directors
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