CHP to Host Virtual Book Discussion on 'Anti-Diet'

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Community Health Programs (CHP) Berkshires Size-Inclusive Care team will host a free Zoom book discussion on "Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating" by Christy Harrison. 
 
The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at 7 p.m.
 
The book, described as a critique of diet culture, examines the impacts of weight stigma, weight cycling, and the challenges of achieving lasting change through diets. Annie Schwartz, nutritionist and co-coordinator of CHP's Size-Inclusive Care initiative, noted the timeliness of the discussion amidst ongoing debates about diet culture and weight-loss strategies, including GLP-1 medications.
 
Participants can register online at chpberkshires.org/anti-diet to receive Zoom login details.

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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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