Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative Vaccine Clinic

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LENOX, Mass. — The Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative will hold a vaccine clinic on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Ann Church in Lenox.
 
The clinic aims to provide COVID-19 vaccines for individuals who contracted the virus this past summer and were previously ineligible for vaccination, as well as for families and people who cannot attend weekday clinics. The event is open to everyone.
 
COVID-19 vaccines, including Pfizer doses, will be available for individuals aged six months and older. Flu vaccines will also be offered, with normal-dose, high-dose (for seniors), and egg-free options available.
 
Participants are encouraged to preregister at this link and provide insurance information if possible. Those needing assistance with registration can call (413) 717-7209 and leave a message for phone registration.
 
For further information, contact Jayne Smith via email at jayne@tritownhealth.org. The Collaborative also invites community members to help spread the word by sharing the announcement, posting flyers, or including clinic details in newsletters.
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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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