Letters
<POST LETTER>Letter: Homelessness May Have Contributed to Murder of Pittsfield Resident
Several of the homeless people I met started to be people I personally first knew when they were part of the housed population. One of those beautiful but hapless people was Chris Hairston, the Pittsfield resident that was murdered while in Greenfield.
Letter: Thank You for Supporting 'Get BArT Smart'
This night would not have been possible without the support of over a hundred local organizations and businesses.
Guest Column: Berkshire United Way's Call to Action During National Volunteer Week
At Berkshire United Way, we mark National Volunteer Week as the centerpiece of our own Here For Good Volunteer Month.
Letter: Vote for Someone Other Than Trump
This level of rejection by former colleagues is unprecedented in American politics.
Letter: Letter to Williamstown Board of Selectmen
We are distressed to hear that you are planning to make a statement on behalf of the community regarding the Hamas/Israel war. In our opinion, this goes far beyond your mandate as selectpersons.
Letter: Mass MoCA Strike
I stand in solidarity with the workers of Mass MoCA and urge the management to prioritize their well-being by reaching a fair agreement as soon as possible.
Letter: Wahconah Park: Invest in Future, Celebrate Past.
Our Rome is Wahconah Park. And just the same: it won't be built in a day. I'm not talking as a mouthpiece for the team; I'm talking as a citizen of Pittsfield that wants what's best for Pittsfield.
Letter: Democratic Writer Out of Touch With Reality
After reading his letter to the editor entitled "Contrast Between Parties," I'm struggling to determine if Michael Wise is merely out of touch with reality or if he's intentionally attempting to gaslight people. My guess is that it's the latter.
Letter: Contrast Between Parties
Good government builds on laws and regulations, on debate and compromise.
Guest Column: Quit Smoking Valentine's Day Message
If you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant this Valentine's Day, consider taking the first step toward quitting smoking, vaping or using other tobacco.
Guest Column: Help Someone Take First Step Toward a Nicotine-Free Life
The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, Nov. 16 — a great day to remind friends, co-workers and family about quitting smoking or vaping.
Letter: Vote for Right Team for North Adams
Me, I voted early right there in City Hall, for nine members for City Council (phew!) plus the city mayor. I'm eager to earn bragging rights for electing the right team.
Letter: Breen Has Right Experience for North Adams Council
Well, I just voted, and I gave my first vote for City Council to Pete Breen. Why, you ask?