Cheshire Nomination Papers Available for May 5 Town Election

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CHESHIRE, Mass. — Nomination papers for elected offices in the town of Cheshire are available at the town clerk's office during scheduled business hours as of Feb. 5.  
 
Last day to obtain nomination papers is March 13 by 5 p.m.
 
Offices on the May 5 annual town election ballot will be: two selectmen, one moderator, one assessor, one Board of Health member, one water commissioner, one cemetery commissioner, three constables, one Hoosac Valley Regional School Committee member, and one Northern Berkshire Vocational Regional School Committee member all for terms of three years; and one Planning Board member for a term of five years.
 
Candidates seeking to run for office should contact the town clerk to pick up nomination papers. All signatures must be ink signatures, no electronic signatures are allowed.  
 
Twenty verified signatures of registered voters are required for nomination of office. Completed nomination papers must be returned to the town clerk for certification by the Board of Registrars no later than Monday, March 17, by 5 p.m.
 
Questions regarding running for town office can be addressed by Town Clerk Whitney Flynn at 413-743-1690, Ext.104, or townclerk@cheshire-ma.gov.

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Adams Community, Co-Op Becoming 'Trailmark Bank'

ADAMS, Mass. — The combined Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank will be known as Trailmark Bank, according to a joint statement issued on Wednesday. 
 
The new logo is the imprint of a hiking boot designed to reflect the unique character of the Berkshires, where a network of trails run throughout the entire county, connecting towns from Adams to Pittsfield to Great Barrington and linking communities across mountains, valleys, and scenic ridgelines. 
 
"The trails that weave through the Berkshires create shared experiences and remind us that every journey begins with a single step," said Julie Fallon Hughes, CEO of the combined institution. "Trailmark Bank reflects both where we come from and where we're headed. We are proud to be a bank built by people who believe in staying the course, investing in our communities, and helping our customers make their mark for years to come."
 
These paths — including the Appalachian Trail and countless local routes — have long served as both physical and symbolic connections across the region. They represent movement, resilience, and the shared experience of navigating forward together.
 
With nearly 300 years of combined service, Trailmark Bank will build on the legacies of Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. The new name honors that shared history while signaling a forward-looking future — one rooted in local decision-making, strong relationships, and continued investment in the communities it serves.
 
"As someone who grew up in the Berkshires, this name resonates deeply," said Gregg Levante, president. "Trailmark Bank reflects the character of this region — hard-working, resilient, and grounded in the outdoors and community. These trails have connected our towns for generations, and in many ways, that's what we’re doing here — bringing people together and helping them navigate their financial journeys."
 
In a message to customers, Adams Community stated there will be no immediate changes to accounts, services, branch locations, online banking, or debit cards. The two banks will continue operating separately until the planned merger later this year. Bank officials say they will communicate any future changes well in advance.
 
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