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These Are the Tenant Perks When Renting in the Berkshires

As any seasoned renter would affirm, the laws, regulations, and rental market conditions can vary widely from one place to another, making some areas notably more appealing to tenants than others.

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SVMC: Hygiene Tips for Roadside Rest Areas

While automatic flushing toilets and motion-sensor sinks and hand dryers have helped minimize points of contact, there is still potential to pick up a bug.

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New Berkshires ABA Basketball Franchise Holds Tryouts this Weekend

The contemporary ABA traces its roots to the legendary league that rivaled the National Basketball Association for attention in the 1960s and ‘70s. The original ABA merged with the NBA in 1976, but the ABA was reborn in 2000.

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The Classical Beat: Tanglewood + Sevenars = Classical Music Heaven

Both venues present outstanding classic and contemporary music performed at magnificent venues in pristine, bucolic settings by marvelous performers.

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Bidwell House Museum Presents 'Lawyering for Loyalists' Talk

The talk is available via Zoom on Saturday, July 29, at 11 a.m.

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Dillard, Drury Earn Giorgi League Win

Donte Dillard scored 19 points Tuesday to lead Drury High School/Pizza House to an 81-70 win over Big Body Beamers in the John Giorgi Summer Basketball League B Division.

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Minerva Arts' 'Lightning Thief' Meaningful to First-Time Director

Like Goodell, who started at Minerva when he was 9 years old, most members of the company for "The Lightning Thief" have experience with the nearly 30-year-old non-profit.

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North Adams Airport Renews Gliding Club Lease

The Airport Commission on Tuesday voted to renew the leases for the Mohawk Soaring Club, stymying the attempts of another club to set flight.

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Longmeadow Tops Adams-Cheshire in Little League Sectional

Longmeadow erased a 3-0 deficit en route to advancing to Wednesday’s game against Leominster, a 7-0 winner over Rutland on Tuesday night.

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Brien Center Opening Peer Recovery Support Center in North Adams

The Brien Center has been awarded a new five-year contract from the state Bureau of Substance and Addiction Services for a peer recovery support center.

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Downtown Pittsfield Announces Photo Challenge

Entrants are encouraged to capture photos that showcase the beauty and personality of downtown Pittsfield, keeping in mind the theme. Creativity is encouraged.

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Dalton Approves Warren Farm Solar Easement

The easement for Warren Farm Solar LLC was approved during the Select Board meeting Monday night.

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Northampton Fire Chief Named State Fire Marshal

Northampton Fire Chief Jon M. Davine, who has nearly 25 years of experience as a firefighter, has been selected as the next state fire marshal.

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Kondel, Brown Lead Teams to Giorgi League Wins

Geoff Kondel scored 27 points and pulled down 11 rebounds Monday to lead Ramunto's to an 87-67 win over OPI in the John Giorgi Summer Basketball League's A Division.

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Tea & Talk at Ventfort Hall Focuses on Peters Family

Lindsay will review L.C. Peters' familial ties in Kennington and Kent, England, and the influence his father had on him and his brothers

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Solid Waste Forum Urges Support for Mattress Recycling Bill

The International Sleep Products Association works with states during the legislative process and once the law passes, MRC develops plans and implements programs.

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Pittsfield's Harrington to Represent U.S. at Mountain Biking World Championships

Harrington, who competes in mountain biking for the California-based Bear National Team, has earned a spot on the USA Cycling squad that will travel to next month's World Championships in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Vermont Mountaineers Edge SteepleCats

The Vermont Mountaineers Monday scored a run in the top of the seventh to break a tie and went on to a 5-4 win over the SteepleCats in New England Collegiate Baseball League action.

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Berkshire Bank Names Private Banking SVP

Coughlin will be responsible for new business development in the Boston market.

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Housatonic River Cleanup Set Saturday

Volunteers are invited to help clean up the west branch of the Housatonic River with Berkshire Environmental Action Team and Housatonic Valley Association on Saturday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Discuss Housing, Taxes in Debate

Three mayoral candidates delved into housing, taxes, and city economics during a debate hosted by streaming show "It's Pittsfield Tonight" last week.

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State Allocates $330K for 2 Berkshire Dam Projects

Two Berkshire County dam projects were among 21 across the state receiving funding from the state's Dam and Seawall Program.

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MassDEP Issues Air Quality Alert for Berkshires, WMass

The state Department of Environmental Protection is again warning of reduced air quality Monday afternoon because of the ongoing wildfires in Canada.

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Lenox Soccer Program Seeks Newcomers from Pre-K to Fourth Grade

Beginning soccer players in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade are welcome to join the Mighty Kickers program this fall.

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Dalton Town Hall Update

The town hopes to move back in late September.

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