Naumkeag Pumpkin Show Returns in October

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STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — For the sixth year, thousands of carved pumpkins and "gently spooky" attractions await visitors at a variety of Trustees of Reservations properties this fall including the Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show.
 
The Incredible Naumkeag Pumpkin Show will be open Wednesdays through Sundays from Oct. 1-31.
 
Each show includes thousands of carved pumpkins, mums, light displays, and themed decorated areas all set among the grounds of the two historic properties. Both shows will have new elements this year, including interactive displays. The pumpkin shows are family-friendly events geared toward all ages.
 
New this year are two additional daytime timeslots on Saturdays and Sundays,12–2 p.m. and 2–4 p.m. at Naumkeag. The new daytime options let visitors enjoy the show at their own pace. Guests selecting the noon or 2 p.m. timeslots may stay for up to two hours. Plan to arrive within 15 minutes of the ticketed time. 
 
The daytime tickets cannot be extended into evening hours, which begin at 4 p.m.
 
Timed-entry tickets are required for each show. Tickets are not sold at the event venues and must be purchased in advance online at www.thetrustees.org/halloween.
 
For more information about Halloween events, including how to purchase tickets, visit www.thetrustees.org/halloween.
 
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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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