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Ideally situated in the heart of downtown Stockbridge, and move-in ready
Ideally situated in the heart of downtown Stockbridge, this 1860 colonial home has been stylishly updated and is move-in ready. The stunning first floor has three spacious adjoining living areas, including a central dining area and a family room with fireplace. The renovated kitchen has a chef’s range and a large island perfect for gathering around. In the rear of the first floor is one of the home’s two primary en-suite bedrooms, both with gas fireplaces. Take the back or front staircase to the second floor, which has the second primary en-suite bedroom, a central sitting area, and three more bedrooms, each with their own bathroom.
Lee residents pass all Town Meeting articles, actions limit local marijuana-cultivation farms
Lee — Although some residents questioned a handful of items, Lee’s fiscal year 2025 operating budget of $22.8 million passed during the May 9 Town Meeting. That budget represents an increase of 5.22 percent year over year, given upticks in the costs of health care, retirement, energy, and education.
Generals Belt Out Four Homers in Win at Wahconah
DALTON, Mass. – Four different Pittsfield hitters homered in a 17-hit attack Friday as the Generals beat Wahconah, 14-2, in six innings. Jason Codey, Connor Devine, Morrie Fried and Roshan Warriar each hit a home run as Pittsfield won its second straight game and its 10th game of the spring to ensure a spot in the state tournament.
A clarification on intervenors in the Housatonic Water Works rate-hike case
In response to Steve Bannon’s letter that recently appeared in The Berkshire Edge, there seems to be some confusion among the parties as to named intervenors in the Housatonic Water Works rate case. On July 13, 2023, at my request, the question of intervenor appeared on the Stockbridge Select...
All in this together: Great Barrington businesses help out store owners who lost money in cyber fraud
Great Barrington — According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, in 2023 there were $12.5 billion in losses by people and businesses in America due to cybercrime. The FBI received 2,412 complaints daily, with an average of over 758,000 complaints per year. Cybercrime takes...
Julieanos Lead Lenox in Road Win
WESTFIELD, Mass. – Grace Julieano and Evelyn Julieano each homered and hit a pair of doubles Friday in an 18-14 Lenox win over St. Mary’s. Grace finished the day 4-for-5 with five RBIs to lead an 18-hit attack for the Millionaires. Amay Alger also went 4-for-5 and doubled....
Red Tee Tournament To Benefit Berkshire United Way
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Red Tee Tournament Committee announced the Second Annual Red Tee Tournament. This women's golf event, sponsored by Berkshire Money Management, will be held on Monday, June 10 at Berkshire Hills Country Club in Pittsfield. Proceeds from the tournament will be divided between Berkshire United Way and Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center.
Welcome to Real Estate Friday!
Here’s what we have for you this week in The Edge Real Estate section:. Property of the Week – Elle Villetto and Jared Kelly of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty offer an 1860 colonial home in the heart of Stockbridge, stylishly updated and move-in ready. See it now and be in before the summer!
Beverly Gans Marks 60 Years & Counting in the Pittsfield Schools
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Public Schools recognized Beverly Gans for her 60 years of service with the district with a lunch and crystal plaque on Friday. Gans will mark 40 years as secretary to principal at Taconic High School in June. "It's been a wonderful experience, and I...
Lenox Select Board election incumbents look to move forward with the business of government
Lenox — With the May 6 election behind them, reelected incumbent members of the Select Board are anxious to continue the business of operating the town. “I’m just very happy to be re-elected,” current Chair Ed Lane said in response to a request for comment by The Berkshire Edge. “I feel that most people understand the hard work we’ve done, and they appreciate it.”
Lee Regains Focus, Wins Back-And-Forth Game at Monument Mountain
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. – After jumping out to a four-run lead at South County rival Monument Mountain on Friday, the Lee softball team gave it all back, and then some, in an error-filled second inning. Then the Wildcats turned things around, played error-free ball the rest of the way...
BCC Jazz Ensemble Presents Free Concert
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Community College (BCC) Jazz, under the direction of BCC music instructor Jeffrey Link, presents its semester-end spring concert on Tuesday, May 14 at 2 pm in Room K-111 of the Koussevitzky Arts Center. The event is free and open to the public. The ensemble...
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