Remembering a devoted animal lover
For animal lovers, there is a special story that warms the heart and makes us hurt just a little bit less when one of our “fur kids” leaves this earth.…
Investing in our communities
Think about a time when you wrestled with making a decision to purchase something that you considered an investment that could ultimately improve your standard of living. Early on, perhaps…
Blizzard hits The Berkshires
Nearly everyone in The Berkshires woke up to a foot or more of snow this morning. Now that the snow has stopped, harsh winds and bitter cold are setting in…
Winter goes to the dogs
For winter enthusiasts, the thrill of outdoor activities with lots of snow can’t be beat. What better way to increase the enjoyment than taking your four-footed buddy along for the…
Christian Center operates through the holidays to serve
PITTSFIELD – Holidays bring joy and good tidings, especially that time of year between Thankgiving and Christmas. It is also a time of reflection and to acknowledge the good service…
Just some random recollections of Sandy (Hatch) Khoury
By Wayne Lemanski Special to The Beacon I probably hadn’t seen Sandy for a very long time until the funeral services for Karen Reilly back in July. Was taken back…
Pittsfield bank disperses football honors
PITTSFIELD – Pittsfield Cooperative Bank recently honored outstanding high school football players in a ceremony held at the Co-op location on South Street. Jay Anderson, President of Pittsfield Cooperative Bank, presented…
Pres. Obama acknowleges the dead and calls for national action in Newtown, Conn.
Below are excepts of Sunday night’s (Dec. 16) speech by President Barack Obama in Newtown, Conn.: “To all the families, first responders, to the community of Newtown, clergy, guests – scripture…
The impact of the massacre in Newtown
Editor’s Note: Ian McMahon of Newtown, Conn., offers this first-person review and insight on the tragedy in Newtown, where a lone gunman killed 28 people, including scores of elementary school-age…
Appreciation for education coverage
Subject: Education Coverage by Your Publication I would like to thank you for your coverage of the several Berkshire County school districts. The hard work of these school district committees…