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Cameron Volastro of Stone House Properties offers a beautifully preserved 1850 Greek Revival with real presence surrounded by more than seven acres of open meadow and mature trees, creating a peaceful, timeless setting. Architect Kerry Bartini shows us what it takes to decide between tearing down and renovating. A report on real estate sales in the first half of 2025. Plus, recent sales and gardening columns and a home-cooking recipe.

Here’s what we have for you this week in The Edge Real Estate section:

  • Property of the Week – Cameron Volastro of Stone House Properties offers a beautifully preserved 1850 Greek Revival with real presence surrounded by more than seven acres of open meadow and mature trees, creating a peaceful, timeless setting.
  • Transformations – Tear down or renovate and add on? Architect Kerry Bartini walks us through the steps toward making a decision.
  • Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County, Northern Litchfield County and Columbia County.
  • Market Perspective – Sales of single-family residential homes in the first quarter were very strong but flattened as we entered the spring market. Volume varied by region within Berkshire County.
  • The Self-Taught Gardener – Lee attends the burial of a friend at Mount Auburn Cemetery which not only celebrates nature but memorializes the complex connection between humans and the world around us.
  • The Lazy Berkshire Gardener – Jodi loves a good autumn display of squash and pumpkin. But caution! If you plan to eat your squash, you need to protect it from frost or it will turn mushy.
  • Home Cooking – A recipe for Coconut Curry Chili from the kitchen of Monica Bliss.
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Housatonic Water Works: Public hearing in January concerning loans to build manganese treatment system

Company Treasurer James Mercer tells the Department of Public Utilities that the manganese situation “is not a health concern.”

PREVIEW: A night with Berklee’s jazz faculty — McLaughlin Trio and guests perform Nov. 15 at Old Town Hall

Three Berklee professors demonstrate the artistry behind the college’s reputation for industry-ready training.

BUSINESS PERSPECTIVES: Great Barrington Farmers’ Market wraps up 35th season

Market Manager Dennis Iodice called this year’s season “amazing,” with 1,600 to 2,000 people attending each market.

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