ExtraSpecialTeas to Hold Annual Concert Aug. 19

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The ExtraSpecialTeas singers will be holding their annual concert at the Gazebo behind City Hall, across the street from the Mahaiwe Theater, from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 19. 
 
Every Monday throughout the year, our ExtraSpecial singers practice their favorite songs to perform for the community, under the dedicated guidance of Allen Timmons. 
 
ExtraSpecialTeas (EST) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our vocational day program is supported in part by the
Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services, grants from foundations, and contributions from committed
donors.
 
The community teahouses are open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and serve hot, iced and bubble teas, and gluten-free treats made by the participants and staff. Visit us at both locations: 2 Elm Street, Great Barrington AND 226 Pleasant Street, Housatonic (where we are also serving breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea). 
 
Contact Cherri Sanes at (413) 429-6500 for more information or go to www.extraspecialteas.org.
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Monterey Man Arrested in Suspicious Fire

Update: John Rohane was taken into custody on a warrant connected to the fire. He was taken to an area hospital for an issue unrelated to the fire or his arrest.
MONTEREY, Mass. — State Police, Monterey Police, and other officials are searching for John Rohane, 60, following a suspicious fire early Wednesday morning at his home on Main Road.
 
Rohane may be wearing a green jacket and boots. Anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts is urged to call 911 right away. Do not approach him.
 
The Monterey Fire Department responded to 340 Main Road at about 3:50 Wednesday morning for a report of a fire. Otis responded for mutual aid. No injuries were reported. 
 
Based on an examination of the scene, witness interviews, and other evidence, State Police fire investigators assigned to the State Fire Marshal's office determined that the fire had been intentionally set.
 
As the investigation continued, State Police and regional partners began searching for Rohane, bringing additional assets to the wooded area behind 340 Main Road, including areas of Beartown State Forest.
 
Those efforts remain active at the posting of this information at 5 p.m.
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