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Letter: Re-Elect Christine Hoyt in AdamsPlease join me in voting for Christine Hoyt on May 4 so that she can continue working on behalf of our town. Why the Massachusetts Art Community Is Worth Continued InvestmentMassachusetts College of Liberal Arts is all in to ensure the next generation retains their access to works of art, while also being empowered to create themselves. Berkshire Real Estate Shows Mixed First QuarterThe first quarter of 2026 reinforced something we say often when discussing housing trends, especially in Berkshire County: all real estate is local. Letter: Fire District ElectionsWhen only a handful of people vote, accountability becomes nearly impossible. Letter: Future of Town(s) Fire/EMS ServicesFor generations, Berkshire County's fire departments have served their communities with pride. We all respect that history. But history alone cannot answer today's emergencies. Letter: Pittsfield Court Injustices Against SeniorsMy retirement in a Section 8-assisted apartment was meant to be my creative peak. Letter: CDBG Funding for Housing Fix-Up, Purchase Assistance, and Affordable Housing TrustNorth Adams remains the only jurisdiction in Berkshire County that does not include these types of programs in their CDBG application. Veteran Spotlight: Navy Lt. Dan WhiteDan White served his country in the Navy for seven years in the 1980s, attaining the rank of lieutenant. Your Voices Were Heard: A Victory for Berkshire FamiliesThis victory belongs to you, the families, seniors, service providers, and community partners who raised your voices to ensure that basic human needs are not ignored. Letter: Why Doesn't Berkshire County Have Emergency Veterinary Care?If there are valid reasons preventing 24/7 emergency care from being established here, I believe many pet owners would feel comforted simply understanding those reasons. Letter: Rate Filing by Berkshire Gas CompanyAt its core, this case is not simply about infrastructure or cost recovery. Within The Berkshires, A Founder's EcosystemFor Ross Bloom, being a founder of a climate-tech startup is not just business: It's personal. Letter: Williamstown Garden Club Seeks MembersThe club needs to increase its membership to assist with these efforts, which are enjoyed by so many — both residents and those just passing through town. National Caregivers Day, Feb. 20: Honoring the Quiet Work That Holds Families TogetherYet over time, what begins as a few simple tasks becomes a level of financial pressure that no one anticipates. Letter: Progress Means Moving on Paper Mill CleanupOur town is facing a clear choice: move a long-abandoned industrial site toward cleanup and productive use or allow it to remain a deteriorating symbol of inaction. Letter: I Do Not Apologize For Being Out of OrderI do not apologize for being "out of order" at a recent Dalton Select Board meeting, as it is a right and a responsibility for citizens to criticize their government when it makes a bad decision. Letter: North Adams Parking SurveyI am inviting North Adams residents and visitors to take part in a citizen-developed survey about parking in our city. Hunger in the Berkshires Does Not Take a HolidayThe food drives quiet down, the festive meals are over, and the community's attention shifts to the next challenge. Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Tech. Sgt. Samuel CurrenceSamuel Currence served his country in the Air Force with distinction, professionalism and unparalleled humility from 1962 to 1985, retiring as a technical sergeant. Letter: Dalton Public Safety FacilityI do not know why the town has never pursued the option of renovating Town Hall to accommodate the needs of the Police Department and improve access to town offices. Veteran Spotlight: Army Lt. Col. David PuppoloDavid Puppolo served his country in the Army from 1985 to 2006, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. |
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