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James Taylor's 50th year at Tanglewood remains an 'economic stimulus' for the Berkshires
One town in the Berkshires is expecting an extra 20,000 visitors this week for one reason: James Taylor. The legendary singer is marking the 50th anniversary of his July 4th concerts at Tanglewood. Every year, Taylor performs over two nights at the outdoor music venue in Lenox and the concerts...
Massachusetts police warn of scheme being used to steal packages being delivered to homes
Porch pirates are nothing new in Massachusetts, however, their tactics have changed to become a little more sophisticated. The Westminster Police Department recently took reports of thefts of delivered packages from FedEx and Amazon. These reports are very similar with a typically high-valued package being delivered and within minutes of the delivery, a suspect is seen approaching the house carrying a box or a bag and will either take the package or trade an empty box for an item that was delivered.
Mass. Law Eliminates Outdoor Grilling
It's the 4th of July in Massachusetts and it's time to grill! I remember the time when I almost burned my garage down. Most people ignore the following very important laws about outdoor grilling in MA. I remember it well, I had some friends over the house, the kids were...
Eastern equine encephalitis detected in Mass. mosquitoes for 1st time this year, officials say
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced Wednesday that Eastern equine encephalitis has been detected in Massachusetts mosquitoes for the first time this year. West Nile virus detected in Massachusetts for 1st time this year, health officials say So far, no human or animal cases have been reported. The presence of EEE was confirmed in samples collected from Carver in Plymouth County.
Massachusetts Gov orders flags lowered; family asks for funeral donations after Massachusetts Airman dies while serving country
An active-duty serviceman from Massachusetts has died while on duty. According to a GoFundMe fundraiser, Airman First Class Pierre D. Dushime of Natick, tragically passed away while serving our country a few days ago. “Pierre was not only a dedicated serviceman but a shining example of resilience, intelligence, and determination.
Williamstown Theatre Festival Adds Alex Edelman Stand-Up Set to Lineup, Announces Additional Season Creatives
Williamstown Theatre Festival (WTF) has announced a series of additions to its 2024 season, including three stand-up comedy performances, creative teams for various productions, the lineup for the Fridays@3 reading series, and more. Special Tony Award winner Alex Edelman will offer three performances of a new stand-up set on WTF's...
Chester Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of “Unreconciled”
July 4–14 Written by Jay Sefton and Mark Basquill. Scenery and projections design by Tony nominee, Nick Hussong. Unreconciled is the true story of an adolescent actor cast as Jesus in a play directed by a pedophile priest. The play chronicles a survivor’s journey as he confronts his past and discovers the courage to use his voice and redefine what reconciliation means. Jay Sefton’s virtuosic solo performance is an unflinching quest for justice, brimming with heart, humor, and compassion.
Hadley Printing Seeks Growth in an Inconsistent Market
Looking back on 2020 and 2021 — when business ground to a halt for many industries, then began to ramp back up way too slowly — Chris Derosiers is grateful that Hadley Printing Co. was able to weather the storm after clients of all kinds halted jobs and dramatically scaled back on the volume of orders.
Springfield children’s author produces companion coloring book to her ‘Good to Be Me’ story
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield author R.A. Cook knows: Everyone has their own story to tell, even kids. Cook helps young people do just that, with her new children’s book, “Good to Be Me, the Coloring Book: Discovering What Makes Me Special & Unique,” which launched last Thursday. The coloring book showcases illustrations by Mike Quinones G and is based on Cook’s original story, “Good To Be Me: Discovering What Makes Me Special and Unique,” published in August last year.
'We Survived Together': Monson Iraq Veteran Rescues Cat From Deployment
The "Cat Daddy," who lives in Monson, picked up the moniker after he adopted a feline friend he made during his first deployment. During his second stint overseas — last year in Iraq — he made another. So when it was time to return home, members of his unit turned to him to see if he would be willing to do it again.
IRS data shows migration to North Carolina in droves
(The Center Square) – While residents are pouring out of states like California, New York and Massachusetts, they are coming to North Carolina in droves, according to new U.S. Internal Revenue Service numbers. North Carolina ranked third for the most in-bound migration, according to the numbers, with the state showing a net gain of 82,620 people from 2021-2022, the IRS said. Florida (245,334) and Texas (180,870) had more than twice...
Berkshire Humane Society Pet of the Week: Meet Wall-E
Every Wednesday at 8:30 we're joined by John Perreault, Executive Director of the Berkshire Humane Society to discuss all the happenings at their Barker Road facility, plus talk about their Pet of the Week. This week's Pet of the Week is Wall-E! This active boy is an approximately 8-month-old pit...
Common Ground Festival in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mill Town Foundation announces the inaugural Common Ground Festival that will take place on Saturday, July 6 between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Pittsfield Common at 100 First Street. Sponsored and programmed by Mill Town Foundation, this free event welcomes all ages and includes...
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