Hundreds of Hikers Summited Mount Greylock Monday

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ADAMS, Mass. — Near 900 certificates of achievement were given to hikers who ascended Mount Greylock Monday, Oct. 10 during the 54th annual Greylock Ramble.
 
The first hiker to claim a certificate at the summit was David Smith of Adams, and the youngest hiker was Dorothy Tetreault, born in August 2020
 
Monica Lapin was the oldest hiker at the age of 91.
 
Ramiz Qudsi from Behar, India traveled the furthest to participate in the ramble. Qudsi traveled an estimated 7,550 miles.
 
Since 1965, people have gathered on Columbus Day to hike to the summit of the Mount Greylock State Reservation.
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Cheshire Gears Up for 2nd Annual Summer Festival

By Jack GuerinoiBerkshires Staff
CHESHIRE, Mass. — The Cheshire Community Association (CCA) is set to host the 2nd annual Cheshire Summer Festival this coming July 27.
 
"With this being our 10th year of block parties / festivals, we've seen how impactful bringing folks together for a good time can be," CCA President John Tremblay said in an email exchange. "Witnessing lots of smiling, happy people is always a testament to the value."
 
Scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Cheshire Community House Grounds, the festival offers an array of entertainment for all ages. Headlining the festival is Whiskey City and there will also be a performance by It's Magic during intermission.
 
There will also be activities for children like face painting and balloon tying.
 
For those seeking friendly competition, the Cheshire Cornhole Cup also returns.
 
Ozzie's Food Truck and Diane's Twist Ice Cream will offer food snacks for purchase throughout the event. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
 
There will also be raffles.
 
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