Wood Stove Chimney Fire Destroys Savoy Home

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SAVOY, Mass. — On Friday, Oct. 20, around 12:15 p.m. the Savoy Volunteer Fire Department was called to a structure fire near Tannery Road.
 
According to a statement released by the Savoy Volunteer Fire Department upon arrival the over 150-year-old structure was fully engulfed in flames.
 
Departments from Cheshire, Adams, Windsor and Florida were called. The Northern Berkshire Tanker task force was also called because no water source was immediately available.
 
The Savoy Volunteer Fire Department determined that the cause of the fire was a chimney fire in a wood stove quickly that spread into the structure's walls.
 
The fire resulted in a total loss of the home that had to be torn down by an excavator in order to fully extinguish the fire.
 
One person was displaced from the fire and is being helped by the Red Cross. 
 

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Cheshire Gears Up for 2nd Annual Summer Festival

By Jack GuerinoiBerkshires Staff
CHESHIRE, Mass. — The Cheshire Community Association (CCA) is set to host the 2nd annual Cheshire Summer Festival this coming July 27.
 
"With this being our 10th year of block parties / festivals, we've seen how impactful bringing folks together for a good time can be," CCA President John Tremblay said in an email exchange. "Witnessing lots of smiling, happy people is always a testament to the value."
 
Scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cheshire Community House Grounds, the festival offers an array of entertainment for all ages. Headlining the festival is Whiskey City and there will also be a performance by It's Magic during intermission.
 
There will also be activities for children like face painting and balloon tying.
 
For those seeking friendly competition, the Cheshire Cornhole Cup also returns.
 
Ozzie's Food Truck and Diane's Twist Ice Cream will offer food snacks for purchase throughout the event. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
 
There will also be raffles.
 
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