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EZ-ACCESS 29' HANDICAP Ramp. 3-7' lengths, 1-8' lenths. Various rails and hardware. $500. 413-528-2962.
FOR SALE: Antique Thompson motor boat, wood, no motor, no trailer, needs restoration. $1,000 b.o. Call 413-243-1200.
FOR SALE: Serious log splitter. HD horizontal, new engine, new 4" piston, new oil pump, new valve, new hydraulic tank, HD wedge. Runs perfect. Comes with new Cant hook HD 20 lb maul. Has new hitch and chains. $800 firm. Call Joey 413-645-3108.
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
OVEREATERS Anonymous can help you with your problems involving food. We meet every Friday from 1-2 pm at the Ambulance Garage, behind Fairview Hospital. For more information call Emily 413-329-7224 or go to oa.org.
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THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY abre los lunes de 4:00pm-6: 00pm y los jueves de 10am-12:30pm. En Saint James Place, esquina de Main St y Taconic Ave, GB, frente a CVS. Los compradores locales puede visitar una vez a la semana a eligen entre una variedad de productos, proteinas, alimentos enlatados y mas. Todo gratis. Sin requisitos de ingresos o identificaion. Protocolos Covid.
WICKER/RATTAN 5-PCS: Settee plus 4 chairs with custions, light brown, originally Pier 1. $100. 860-6717071.
YELLOW HOUSE BOOKS is now open every day, from 12-5. We buy books and music. Call 413-528-8227. Email us at yh.book @verizon.net or come by 252 Main St., Great Barrington.
FOR SALE: Kitchen table, 2 end tables, and a handmade corner hutch. All three items are for $50 dollars. Call 585-448-9105.
A.J. HANDYMAN Specialist. All home repairs. No job too small. Fencing, Remodeling & Restoration, Windows & Doors, Aluminum Trim, Flooring, Painting, Appliances Installed, Lighting/Ceiling Fans, Drywall & Taping, Rotted Wood Replacement, Wind Damage Repair. Fully insured/licensed. 413464-9033 or 413-687-8487
ABC CLEANOUT & Rubbish Removal. Let me take away your burden of unwanted junk. Make this Summer the time to clean out unwanted clutter and junk. Call for locations and free estimate. Ask for Ralph Michael 718490-3669.
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ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination. Call Southern Berkshire Builders. Fully insured. 413-4297101.
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TRIPTYCH WALL hanging. $4,500. Others available. Andy 518-325-3527.
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A joint study from the Global Coalition on Aging and the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies found that women who vacation at least twice a year have a lower risk for heart attack than those who travel once every six years. The study also found that men who do not take annual vacations are at a significantly higher risk of death (20 percent) and heart disease (30 percent) than those who take time to get away each year.
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History Notable Colonial Events of 1776
The year the United States came to be was an interesting time to be alive, particularly for those living in colonial America. The American Revolutionary War began in 1776, and much of the year was marked by events stemming from that conflict. Below are some of the more notable events to take place during a year that has come to symbolize so much to generations of Americans.
Thomas Paine publishes his 47page pamphlet Common Sense in Philadelphia on January 10. Initially published anonymously, the pamphlet is considered a watershed moment in American history, as Paine’s easily digestible writing style appealed to the masses, helping promote his arguments that encouraged common people to fight for an egalitarian government.
The Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge takes place near Wilmington, North Carolina on February 27. The battle is sparked when loyalists, after storming across a bridge over Moore’s Creek, attack a group of men they believe to be rebels. Though the engagement was brief, two loyalist leaders are killed,
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another is captured and the force is scattered. The failed attempt later complicated efforts to recruit loyalists in the area to fight.
The Fifth Virginia Convention is held in Williamsburg between May 6 and July 5. The meeting of the Patriot legislature of Virginia ultimately leads to the declaration of Virginia as an independent state and the production of the Virginia Declaration of Rights, which asserts the state’s right to reform or abolish any form of government it deems inadequate.
Thomas Hickey becomes an early casualty of the burgeoning conflict between the colonies and England when the Irish-born soldier is the first to be executed by the Continental Army for “mutiny, sedition, and treachery” on June 28 in New York City. Hickey had been part of a protective detail for General George Washington but was briefly jailed for passing counterfeit money. During that brief incarceration, Hickey told a fellow prisoner he was part of a conspiracy, and reports ultimately indicated he might have been part of a plot to assassinate General Washington, which proved enough to
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TAG SALE: Micellaneous items. August 15 & 16, 11am-4pm. 164 Christian Hill Road, Great Barrington, MA.
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An uptick incidents of violence between Native Americans and settlers in Kentucky was a ripple effect of the American Revolutionary War, and that increase in aggression was behind the capture of Jemima Boone and the Callaway girls on July 14. Days later Daniel Boone led a successful attempt to rescue his daughter and Elizabeth and Frances Callaway, who were the children of Colonel Richard Callaway, one of the first white settlers in Kentucky. A fictionalized version of the incident was included in James Fennimore Cooper’s novel The Last of the Mohicans.
The Great Fire of New York destroys as much as 25 percent of all buildings in New York City as it burns through areas in lower Manhattan on September 20 and 21. The fire broke out shortly after British forces began occupying the city. While each side accused the other of arson in the aftermath of the fire, historians dispute such assertions, noting the fire likely started with burning rooftop debris before windy conditions spread the conflagration to surrounding buildings. TF262633
68-YEAR-OLD Great Barrington-based published, performed writer, and composer with 80 to 90 credits in literary arts seeks a typist "by dictation" and collboratoring for two operas, choral works and songs. Intellectual property assistance, and help with emails, marketing, websites, and blogs is requested. Thank you. David, 413-6440261. Fees are negotiable.
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NOW HIRING — LICENSED Journeyman Electrician. Gabriel Electric is seeking a Massachusetts Licensed Journeyman Electrician for full time residential and light commercial work throughout Berkshire County. Competitive pay of $35-$40/hour based on experience. Benefits include up to 3% employer match, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick time, health reimbursement, continuing education reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth. Valid driver's license required. Join a company committed to quality workmanship, professionalism, and teamwork. Apply by sending your resume to: info@gabrielelectric.net
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Propane company is looking for a full time versatile employee. We offer 401k plan and insurance, paid vacation and sick time. Along with bonuses. Job would include deliveries, hookups and tank maintenance. Applicant should have CDL license and be willing to acquire Hazmat & Tanker endorsements. Applicant should be young, strong, reliable, and drugfree. Drivers have random drug testing. Would train the right applicant. Great pay and benefits. The more credentials,the better the starting pay. Serious applicants only please! Call 413-446-2446.
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HELP WANTED: Carpenter and carpenter's helper needed. Minimum 5 years experience. Pay based on experience. Must have transportation and tools. Call Ron, RN Construction Co., 413-441-3320.
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PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Tuesday/Martes 4: 00pm-6:00pm and Thursdays/Jueves 10am-12:30pm, at Saint James Place, corner of Main & Taconic Ave, GB, opposite CVS. Local shoppers may visit once a week to choose from a variety of produce, proteins, canned foods and more. All free. No income or ID requirements. Covid protocols.
1BDRM COTTAGE in Millerton. W/d, hardwood floors. On small farm with beautiful views. 15 mins to train. No pets. $1750 heat included. References required. 845-337- 7173.
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Bedroom, new bath, kitchen, porch. Located halfway between Hudson and Great Barrington, close to Catamount, HV School and farm store. Surrounded by hills and nature. $1700. 518-821-2988.
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OFF-SEASON RENTAL in Stockbridge available.
9/1/26—6/1/27. 6 or 9 month lease preferred. Furnished, renovated, 3BR/2BA home, mostly one-level, with backyard, carport, W/D, and a fully equipped kitchen. Premier location near Stockbridge Bowl. $5,000/month. Includes electric, internet, water/sewer, trash, and lawn care. Tenant responsible for oil heat. Pets considered. Email sarah @berkrentals.com for details.
RENTAL TWO BEDROOM: 1-bath furnished cottage with all utilities in GB. Weekly: $700. Monthly: $2,500. No pets or smoking. 413-5285528.
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RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE: Two offices, plus separate multi-use area. Reception/waiting with room for desk; bath and kitchen. All very light and freshly painted. 700sq. ft. Excellent location. Reasonable rent. Main Street, West Stockbridge. 413-2327072.
Condominium, Lenox, MA. 2 bedroom, 2.5 baths, a basement that serves as a third bedroom,1500 sq. ft., 2 parking spots, fitness center and a pool. Privacy in the back. New windows, front door, new siding, new hardwood floor, new kitchen, new bathroom, new lighting, painted 2 years ago. Can be rented unfurnished, or partially/fully furnished. Available October 15, 2026. $2825 a month. Condo association provides basic cable. Utilities not included. Call David at 413-4643733.
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