Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Announces Photo Contest

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GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce has opened submissions for its annual photo contest, with a deadline of Monday, March 10, 2025. The winning photograph will be featured on the cover of the 2025-26 Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce brochure.
 
The contest seeks high-resolution images (300 dpi or greater) that represent the Southern Berkshires as a four-season destination. Acceptable subjects include, but are not limited to, outdoor scenes, food, arts and culture, shopping, sports, recreation, and agriculture. Photos containing distinguishable advertising or business entities will not be accepted.
 
There is no limit to the number of submissions per individual. All entries must be submitted digitally to office.sberkchamber@gmail.com by the end of the day on March 10, 2025.
 
Winners will be determined by an anonymous vote conducted by the Chamber's Membership and PR Committee. Winning photographs may be used on the brochure cover, within the brochure, or on the Chamber's website. Photo credit will be attributed to the photographer.
 
The 2024-25 brochure cover is available as a reference for the type of images sought.
If you would like to contribute information on this article, contact us at info@iberkshires.com.

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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