Letter: I support Andrew Fitch for State Representative

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To the Editor:

I am proud to support Andrew Fitch as a candidate for state representative, and to encourage voters in our district to entrust him with your vote in the state primary election on Sept. 1.

When I cast my vote it will be a vote for Andrew Fitch and not a vote against the incumbent. Here's why: Andrew brings experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, public official, community organizer, and advocate to his candidacy. In speaking with and listening to him I know that he will bring a curious, thoughtful, and collaborative approach to Beacon Hill; partner effectively with his colleagues in the Berkshire legislative delegation, across Western Massachusetts, and beyond; take a holistic view of the district as more than just a collection of individual communities; and serve with humility, an open heart, and deep consideration for the people of the district.

Experience and longevity are an asset when they lead to effective representation. When they become an end in an of themselves, they become a liability and evidence that it is time for new representation. That time is now. Andrew Fitch is the state representative we need.

Tom Bernard
North Adams, Mass. 

Bernard is a former mayor of North Adams. 

 

 


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Brisket Lovers, Boxcar Racing Fans Fill Main Street in North Adams

By Tammy Daniels iBerkshires Staff
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Main Street was blocked off for barbecue and boxcars on Friday. 
 
The brisket contest actually started at about 10:30 p.m. on Thursday night, as some smokers — like the North Adams Fire Department — fired up their charcoal for the long cooking process. 
 
"The teams have been cooking up a storm since 11 o'clock last night. They've been having so much fun," said Mayor Jennifer Macksey. "I believe the Fire Department did breakfast this morning with breakfast sandwiches. Then Dough Boys had pizza this afternoon. So even if you're not able to participate tonight, just walking by, people have been eating."
 
The event had been scheduled for last Sunday but postponed after an early Nor'easter dumped rain over the region. 
 
At Monument Square, cars were lifted onto a contraption constructed by McCann Technical School students that would give the racers in the two age groups a boost as they traveled down the hill to a large blow-up finish line in front of the Mohawk Theater.
 
Waiting for them was Police Lt. Anthony Beverly with a "certified LiDAR unit," which he said recorded top speeds of 14 mph for the winners of both age categories.
 
"Our goal is we want everybody to make it across the finish line. Remember last year we lost some people," said Macksey. "My hope is I don't have to push anybody this year."
 
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