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THE OTHER SIDE: Witches burning (Part One)

As we have learned over the centuries, when it comes to burning witches, it doesn’t really matter if you have burned a real witch or just someone who, in your fevered, partisan, and paranoid imagination, could easily become a witch in the future. It is the burning that is the message.

State Rep. William ‘Smitty’ Pignatelli exemplifies fairness

We are most fortunate to have an omnipresent and fair-minded state representative.

Nourishing Neighbors program distributes 500 meals at Berkshire South

Berkshire United Way and Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation has funded the Nourishing Neighbors initiative with a COVID-19 emergency fund.

Great Barrington to consider extending tax bill deadlines, delaying town meeting and elections

“We know these are stressful times for our residents, so the Selectboard will have an opportunity to ease the burden on our taxpayers." -- Selectboard Chairman Stephen Bannon

The battle is not over for self-determination about horse racing

It seems to me that we may have won a minor skirmish in this matter, but the battle is not over. There is still a lot of work to do before we arrive at a point where the citizens of Great Barrington are guaranteed the right to self-determination on the issue of horse racing.

Horse racing is cruel to animals

In her letter Marnie Meyers writes: “A return of horseracing to Great Barrington would bring gambling elements, snarled traffic, environmental damage, and the cruel use of horses back to that wonderful town.”

Sen. Hinds reconsiders support for bill to restore horse racing at fairgrounds

“Senator Hinds’ willingness to stand with his constituents is highly commendable and his removal of his name from S101 is significant.” -- Great Barrington Selectboard member Leigh Davis

Despite concerns, cannabis could be an economic driver for Berkshire County  

Surely the most important question now on the local level is how to manage the siting and operations of the shops and cultivation facilities.

Eagle Mill receives crucial federal tax credits for mixed-use project in downtown Lee

The project will revive and expand the historic mill site in downtown Lee into a combination of office space, both market-rate and affordable rental units, a hotel and a "public market" with multiple restaurants and food kiosks.

South County schools should act on consolidation before it’s forced on them

Clearly there needs to be some out-of-the-box thinking if public education in Berkshire County is to secure its future and thrive.

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. 

Berkshire legislators should support passenger rail measure

In his letter James Mullen writres: “Rep. Smitty Pignatelli has been asked to sponsor the legislation, and we look forward to his sponsorship and to having the rest of the Berkshire delegation join him.”

An integrated solution to pain management and the opioid crisis

The new law does not currently specify acupuncture or any other particular form of pain management, but rather a “broad spectrum” of therapies that can include yoga, massage, diet, nutrition, and mindfulness, just to name a few others.

Elected officials and primary voters have supported Andrea Harrington for District Attorney

In her letter Ellen Croibier writes: "The people have spoken and multiple other Berkshire County officials have endorsed Andrea Harrington as the Democratic nominee for Berkshire County District Attorney."

Merger of Berkshire Hills, Southern Berkshire school districts long overdue

In his letter, William Foster writes: “Declining school enrollment and the re-emergence of a technical path enhance the need for a merger.’

Egremont’s 243rd birthday celebrates school restoration

The Egremont Historical Commission thought it fitting to give the school’s new teacher a piece of 100-year-old chalk found in the walls of the Egremont Village School to start her off.

Music In Common launches ‘Amplify’in celebration of music and cultural understanding

By creating original music together, participants wage peace, expand understanding, build confidence, strengthen communities and -- yes -- change the world.
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