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Bestpossibleexperience! Ihadthebestpossibleexperience.Theworkwasmeticulous. Mattwas courteous,considerate,proactive,cameontime anddidbeautifulwork. HecleanedupeverydayandIreally appreciatedhiscareformyhomeandmycomfort.Itwasalight bathroomremodel-newfloor,sink,andbidet/toilet-butIwas treatedwithallthethoughtfulnessandrespectthatyou’dexpect withahugejob. I’llcomebacknextyearwithanotherproject.
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HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY and Valentines Day to Olivia Rose! Hoping you have a wonderful year ahead! Love Mom XXOO.
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
LAMP REPAIRS and Rewiring. Michael Cleary, Former Owner, The Lamplighter. akacleary@aol.com 413-822-4542.
MANTLE ROOKIE CARD! Mickey Comical and others. 725-233-9774.
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•Checkingalloperationalfunctionson theunit.
•Completeinspectionofthedryerand internalventingsystem.Externalventing isnotcovered,butrecommendationswill
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StartingMarch2nd ourofficehourswillbe 9:30am—2:30pm,MondaythroughFriday. Aswemakeafewbehind-the-scenesupdates, weappreciateyourflexibility.Welookforward tocontinuingtoserveyouandwillshare anychangesastheyarise.
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REFRIGERATOR for sale located in Great Barrington. 2025 Whirlpool 20.6 cu. ft., side by side doors, ice and water thru door, stainless steel finish, counter depth. Model: WRSC5536RZ. 35-3/ 4"w, 68-7/8"h, 31-1/8"d (including door handles). Asking $1,150. 617-784-5931.
TREE WORK: From trimming to removal. First class climbers previously employed by Asplundh. Exceptional, safe, cost efficient. Licensed and insured. Strong Oak Landscaping 413-644-5164.
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Form299Date:October30,2025
AttorneyGeneral’sNotice
PursuanttoG.L.c.40,§32
TownofSandisfield--CaseNo.11998
AnnualTownMeetingofMay17,2025
Article#15
AttorneyGeneral'sLimitedAuthoritytoWaiveProceduralDefectsintheNoticeofthePlanningBoard Hearing PursuanttotheprovisionsofG.L.c.40,§32,iftheAttorneyGeneralfindstheretobeanydefectin theprocedureofadoptionoramendmentofanyzoningby-lawrelatingtotheformorcontentofthe noticeofthePlanningBoardHearingprescribedbyG.L.c.40A,§5,ortothemannerordateson whichsaidnoticeismailed,postedorpublishedasrequiredbythatsection,theninsteadof disapprovingtheby-laworamendmentbyreasonofanysuchdefect,theAttorneyGeneralmayelect toproceedunderthedefectwaiverprovisionsofG.L.c.40,§32.Underthoseprovisions,theAttorney Generalisconditionallyauthorizedtowaiveanysuchdefect.
DefectDeterminedinNoticeofPlanningBoardHearing
TheAttorneyGeneralhasdeterminedthatthePlanningBoardHearingNoticerelatingtotheabove ArticlefailedtocomplywiththenoticerequirementsforsuchhearingestablishedbyG.L.c.40A, §5.Section5providesinpart(withemphasisadded):
Nozoning…by-laworamendmenttheretoshallbeadopteduntilaftertheplanningboard ina…townhas…heldapublichearingthereon…atwhichinterestedpersonsshallbegivenan opportunitytobeheard….Noticeofthetimeandplaceofsuchhearing,ofthesubjectmatter, sufficientforidentification,andoftheplacewheretextsandmapsthereofmaybeinspected shallbepublishedinanewspaperofgeneralcirculationinthe…townonceineachoftwo successiveweeks,thefirstpublicationtobenotlessthanfourteendaysbeforethedayofsaid hearing,andbypostingsuchnoticeinaconspicuousplaceinthe…townhallforaperiodof notlessthanfourteendaysbeforethedayofsaidhearing.Noticeofsaidhearingshallalsobe sentbymail,postageprepaidtotheexecutiveofficeofhousingandlivablecommunities,the regionalplanningagency,ifany,andtotheplanningboardofeachabuttingcityandtown.…In casesinvolvingboundary,densityorusechangeswithinadistrict,noticeshallbesenttoany suchnonresidentpropertyownerwhohasfiledsucharequestwiththecityortownclerkand whosepropertyliesinthedistrictwherethechangeissought.
BasedonthematerialssubmittedtothisOffice,wehaveidentifiedthefollowingdefect:theplanning boardhearingnoticewasnotsenttotheExecutiveOfficeofHousingandLivableCommunities (formerlyknownastheDepartmentofHousingandCommunityDevelopment),theRegionalPlanning Agency,andtheplanningboardsoftheabuttingcitiesandtowns,asrequiredbyG.L.c.40A,§5.For thisreason,the90-dayperiodprescribedfortheAttorneyGeneral’sreviewofArticle15issuspended inaccordancewithG.L.c.40,§32.
SuspensionofReviewofZoningBy-LawAmendments
The90-dayperiodprescribedbylawfortheAttorneyGeneral'sreviewoflocalby-lawsistherefore
suspendedinaccordancewiththeprovisionsofG.L.c.40,§32.
PostingandPublicationofThisNotice
TheTownClerkshallpostatruecopyofthisNoticeinaconspicuousplaceintheSandisfieldTown Hallforaperiodofnotlessthan14daysandshallpublishacopyonceinanewspaperofgeneral circulationintheTownofSandisfield.
FilingofClaimThatDefectinNoticeWasMisleadingorOtherwisePrejudicial
Within21daysofthedateonwhichthisNoticeispublishedinanewspaperofgeneralcirculationin theTownofSandisfield,anyresidentoftheTownofSandisfield,ortheownerofanyrealpropertyin theTownofSandisfieldoranyotherpartyentitledtonoticeofthePlanningBoardHearingmayfile withtheTownClerkawrittenstatementthatthenoticedefectwasmisleadingorotherwiseprejudicial. ThestatementmustincludethereasonssupportingtheclaimthatthedefectinthePlanningBoard Noticewasmisleadingorotherwiseprejudicial.ThisstatementmustbeactuallyonfilewiththeTown Clerknotlaterthan21daysfromthedateonwhichthisNoticeispublishedinthenewspaper.
TownClerk'sCertificationofCompliancewithThisNotice
Aftertheexpirationofthe21-dayperiod,theTownClerkshallsubmittotheAttorneyGeneralatrue copyofthisNoticewithacertificationofcompliancewiththepublishingandpostingrequirementsof theprecedingparagraph,andacertificationthateither(a)noclaimwasfiledwithinthe21-dayperiod, or(b)oneormoreclaimswerefiledwithinthe21-dayperiod.TheTownClerkshallsubmittothe AttorneyGeneraltruecopiesofanysuchclaim(s).
ResumptionofAttorneyGeneral'sReview
UponreceiptofoneoriginalcopyofthisNoticewiththeClerk'scertification,the90-dayperiod providedfortheAttorneyGeneral'sreviewunderG.L.c.40,§32,shallresume.Ifnoclaimismade, theAttorneyGeneralhasthediscretiontowaiveanysuchdefect;ifanyclaimismade,however,the AttorneyGeneralmaynotwaiveanysuchdefect.
Note:Bynotfilingaclaimunderthisprovision,apersonshallnotbedeprivedoftherightto assertaclaimofinvalidityarisingoutofanypossibledefectintheprocedureofadoptionor amendment,asprovidedinG.L.c.40,§32,andinG.L.c.40A,§5.
Date:October30,2025
cc:TownCounsel NicoleCostanzo
Verytrulyyours, ANDREAJOYCAMPBELL ATTORNEYGENERAL Tasheena M Davis
By:TasheenaM.Davis AssistantAttorneyGeneral MunicipalLawUnit 10MechanicStreet,Suite301 Worcester,MA01608 Tasheena.davis@mass.gov 413-523-7704
NOTICE OF Public Hearing
The Farmington River Regional School District School Committee will hold a public hearing to review the FY27 School District Budget (2026-2027 school year), on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 at 6:30PM at the Farmington River Regional School Library (555 North Main Road, Otis, MA). This hearing is being held in accordance with MGL Chapter 71, Section 38N to provide information to the public about the proposed FY27 school district budget. This is an in-person meeting with Zoom participation available. The Zoom link for this hearing may be accessed on the FRRSD website: www.frrsd.o rg. Timothy Lee, Superintendent.
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30-pm, 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.
Doesnotendorse productsorservices advertisednordoes itinvestigatewhether servicestobeprovided requirespeciallicensing orinsurance.Consumers wouldbewisetoinvestigateserviceproviders.
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LEGALNOTICE
InaccordancewithChapter71,Section38N,oftheGeneralLawsofthe CommonwealthofMassachusetts,thecitizensofthetownsofGreat Barrington,Stockbridge,andWestStockbridgeareherebynotifiedthata hybridPublicHearingwillbeheldonThursday,February26,2026,at6:00 p.m.,bymeansofin-personatW.E.B.DuBoisRegionalMiddleSchool Cafeteria,313MonumentValleyRoad,GreatBarrington,MA,andvirtual, viaZoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87114298271?pwd=NVVrUmpYYm FrTG9YTDV4dnJLb0kwdz09 orbyphone:+13017158592WebinarID: 87114298271Passcode:770713,forthepurposeofgivingallinterested personstheopportunitytobeheardfororagainstthewholeoranypartof theproposed2026-2027BerkshireHillsRegionalSchoolDistrictBudget.The SuperintendentofSchoolsshallhaveavailableforpublicviewing,onecopy oftheproposed2026-27Budgetfortheforty-eight-hourperiodpriortothe February26,2026,PublicHearing,attheBHRSDDistrictOffice,50Main Street,Stockbridge,Massachusetts,01262,andon-lineat www.bhrsd.org
Reference:MassachusettsNewspaperPublishersAssociation Website:masspublicnotices.org
StephenBannon,Chairman BerkshireHillsRegionalSchoolDistrict
ANTIQUES&ESTATEBUYERS
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TheEmporium•413-528-1660 162MainStreet•GreatBarrington,MA01230
offersnumerousdoor optionstofitanybudget! Residential,commercial& industrialdoors,electric operators,radiocontrols, sales&service.
BERKSHIRE ESTATE Management: We offer comprehensive care for all your residential needs and wants. Our team is highly experienced and we offer competitive pricing. If you need a local team you can depend on, call us at 413-238-1221
CLEANING SERVICE: Home, rental, Airbnb, post construction, office cleaning, restaurant cleaning. Berkshire, NY, Canaan, CT, or anywhere. 12 years experience. Fully insured. Text or call 413-645-2332. diamondteam723@ gmail.com
ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination. Call Southern Berkshire Builders. Fully insured. 413-4297101.
EXPRESS HANDYMAN services. Plumbing: install toilets, sinks, faucets, drain connections. Bathroom renovations. Kitchen: sinks, faucets, counter base, counter tops. Kitchen renovations. Windows, doors, ceramic tiles. Carpenterporch renovations, repairs, floors, drywall, paint. Electrical services. Small jobs welcome. 30 years experience, great references, insurance. call Jose 860-7953606 or send email to j osehandy express@ gmail.com
GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com
GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders. 413-4297101.
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Save energy! Get new vinyl replacement windows w/low E glass. Call Southern Berkshire Builders for estimate 413-429-7101.
GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates. Strong Oak Landscaping. Your driveway will thank you! 413-644-5164.
HOUSE CLEANING Services. Honest, reliable, flexible schedule and available weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed. Quality work and great attitude. Text or call 860-491-6076.
I AM A CERTIFIED LEVEL 2 ski instructor who can help you ski better. I teach beginners through experts, all ages, and will go to the ski area of your choice. Contact Richard at 413-854-3234.
L PRISTINE CLEANING Service LLCCommercial, residential. Call/text 413-854-3411. LPristinellc 3411@gmail.com
NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold. Call 413-528-2221.
OVER 50? Private Hatha Yoga sessions to build flexibility, balance, and strength. 60 to 100, I will customize a program for you . Retired public school teacher 72 practicing since 1971. This will change your life. Call/text 860-309-2086 for meeting appointment. Only a few open slots.
TAX PREPARATION Services. Personal income tax returns, authorized IRS efile provider. I.T.I.N. 413717-1096, 413-243-3961. Habla Espanol. Liliana Ortiz-Bermudez.
TAX PREPARATION Services: Local service, reasonable rates. Nadine Hawver 413-441-4893.
THE FLOOR SPECIALIST. Sanding, refinishing restoration of old floors, bleaching/white staining. When quality counts call Frank Monda 860-671-0468. thefloorspecialist@verizon.net
WE DO RUBBER roofing for your low pitched roofs. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders 413-429-7101.
WINDOWS COMPUTER
Services: On-site, remote, Setups, WiFi, VIP. Crashed PC: 413-528-1141. Free 24/7 Chat/Booking: dellea.biz
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THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY abre los lunes de 4-5:30pm 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.
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.
2 POST-OP T-SHIRTS for shoulder surgery, chemo port. Medium, mid-sleeve, snaps on all sides. $15 each. 413-274-3387.
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ELECTROLYSIS& LASERHAIRREMOVAL SMOOTHSKIN LASTINGCONFIDENCE
ELECTROLYSIS& LASERHAIRREMOVAL ValidnowthroughFebruary28,2026
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SPRING & FALL CLEANUPS Let your winter debris become
THE EARLY BIRD GETS the worm. Lawn mowing & small handyman projects. Looking for a few lawns to mow in the South County area. Fair, competitive pricing and dependable service. I handle lawn mowing, small carpentry, and various handyman projects. If I'm not comfortable doing a job, I'll be honest about it. no surprises. Honesty and integrity are what I strive for. Give me a call at 413-329-7559 to talk about what you need.
PetPartners
PetPartnerswascreatedtohelppetownerscarefortheir companionanimalsduringtimesofeconomicstress, sotheirpetscanremainintheirhomeandnotbe surrenderedtosheltersorrescuegroups. PETPARTNERSPROVIDES: FoodforNeedyDogsandCats
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LET THE DOGS OUT? Lost & Found and Free pet ads are no charge for 20 words and can be placed for 2 weeks.
A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org
Yourdonationistaxdeductibleand all donationsgodirectlyforthecareoftheanimals.
MAUREEN O'FLYNN Voice Studio. Voice Lessons: classical, opera, musical theatre, American Songbook, pop. 1/2 hr or 1 hr lessons. Consults: "Tune-ups" for working pros, voice teachers, choral singers. 1 hr. Find your voice, for health, joy, empowerment. 413-441-2015. www. maureenoflynn.com
PIANO FOR ADULTS: specializing in adult students, my home or yours. Call Deborah Harris, 413-528-9027.
WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org
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GARDENING ASSISTANT
wanted 3 days per week
March 30-Nov 30 for fine gardens in Sheffield & Copake. Work outdoors in beautiful settings with an experienced, ecological professional. Need sincere interest, dependable, conscientious, detailed, physically able, own car. Voicemail 860- 601-1751.
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.
ART RESTORATION by Troy Amuso, Troy Fine Art Services, Inc. Specializing in oil painting restoration and conservation for over 35 years. All styles and value levels. Sheffield/Ashley Falls by appointment. Studio 413-248-1309. Mobile 203-856-1337. www .TroyFineArt.com
FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. All types chair seating. 40 years experience. Free estimates. 845444-0015.
GENERALLY SPEAKING....we have what you’re looking for!
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TAFT FARMS IS currently hiring for multiple positions in our Store and Greenhouse ahead of the coming season. Flexible hours, great pay, and a friendly community forward environment. 18 and over, weekends required. Please fill out in-person applications only at Taft Farms 119 Park St. N Great Barrington. 413-528-1515.
HIRING
EquipmentOperators: Fulltime-40hoursperweek.Responsibilitiesincludeoperatingheavyequipmentandphysicallabor. 2Alicenseisrequired.
Laborers: Fulltime-40hoursperweek.Responsibilitiesinclude physicallabor.Applicantsmusthaveavaliddriver’slicenseandbe abletoliftupto50lbs.
Weoffer: GreatbenefitpackagesincludingHealthInsurance, RetirementPlan,VacationandSicktime.Excellentpayandovertimeisavailable.
Pleasecall413-229-7711orstopbyourofficeat 1551BoardmanStreet,Sheffield,MA01257
HVACR TECHNICIANS and installers. Moran Mechanical Systems is looking for experienced installers and technicians to work primarily in South County. We service and install all types of heating and cooling systems and are looking for top technicians. We offer primarily high-end work in a professional environment and are looking for full time technicians. Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience with valid driver's license and reliable transportation. After 90-day trial period we offer Health insurance, 401k Plan, Two weeks' vacation with paid holidays. Please email resume to info @moranmechanical.comor call 413-243-0072.
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HIGHLIGHTSINCLUDE: DozensofNewandvintagePatagoniajackets,NorthFace,Burberry,vintageLLBeanfleeces,largerstatues,Ephemera,Hollywoodregencyfurniture, severalornateantiquehandknottedOrientalarearugsand runners,lotsofbooks,collectibleporcelainfigurines,large collectionofcollectibleperfumebottles,antiquenautical collectibles,Fentonglass,framedart,statues,vintageLevi Strauss,loadsofuniquelampsandlighting,Danishfurniture, recordplayersandaudioequipment,antiquecarvedoak tables,Joseph’soriginalsporcelainfigurines,collectibleVHS andDVDs,Meilinksteellargesafe(veryheavy),BettyBoop collectibles,lotsofbrasscollectibles,varioussizeantique Crocswiththelids,antiqueDaytonstorescale,Rockwell originalPrince,Ratonshelving,severaloldtrunks,andmuch more.Manyitems—atrueblastfromthepast.Wellkept, clean,organized.
PLEASEDONOTBLOCKTHENEIGHBORSDRIVEWAYS, PARKWITHCARE. Numbersgivenat8amon2/21.Noearlybirds. Tolearnmoreaboutwhat BerkshireLegacy hastooffer,visit BerkshireLegacyEstate.com.Fromestatesales,auctions,consignments,buyouts,andpropertydisposal,wedoitall.Tojoinourmailinglist,followtheabovelinkandsubmittheformatthebottomof thepage.FollowusonFacebookforallofoursaleannouncements: SearchforBerkshireLegacyEstateLiquidations.Seeyousoon!
TheTownofEgremontisseekingapplicantsfor thepositionofHighwayTruckDriver/Equipment Operator.Thisisafull-timeforty(40)hoursper weekpositionthatpays$30.52hourly.Thisjob offersanexcellentbenefitpackagethatincludes vacation,personalandsicktimeandseasonalovertimepay.Seasonalovertimeisrequired.AHigh SchoolDiplomaorGEDisrequiredwithapreferencefor2yearsofconstruction,heavyvehicle drivingorheavyequipmentoperation,plowingand routinevehiclemaintenanceexperience.AvalidMassachusettsClassBCommercialDriver’s License(CDL)anda2A4GHoistingOperators Licenserequired.
Willtraintherightcandidatetoobtainlicenseswith astartingrateof$26.05perhour.
Applicationsandajobdescriptioncanbeobtained attheEgremontTownHall,SelectBoardoffice duringthehoursof7:00amto3:00pmorbycalling 413-528-0182oronlineat www.egremont-ma.gov EEOE.
BERKSHIREHEALTH SYSTEMSISHIRING!
FULLTIME8AM-4:30PM CLINICALSUPPORTREP/ ADMINASSISTANT forFairviewOrtho&SportsMedicallocated inGreatBarringtonMA.Ifyou’reinterested, pleasegotoourwebsitebelowandclickonour careersitewiththejobnumberof31186.
Fulltimeopportunitiesarecurrentlyavailable atthePittsfieldandFairviewcampusesfor ClinicalSupportRepresentative (AdminsupportinDoctor’soffices) and MedicalAssistants.
BerkshireHealthSystemssupports diversityinourworkforce. Visit www.berkshirehealthsystems.org andclickon Careers toapplytoday!
Earnacompetitivewagewhileprovidingamuch neededservicetothechildreninourcommunity.A part-timejobdrivingschoolbusistheidealjobfor parentswhowantthesamescheduleastheirchildren ortheretireewhoneedstosupplementtheirincome. FreeCDLtrainingprogramavailable.Part-timevan driverandAidetomonitorandcareforstudentsona schoolvan.Mustbeabletoliftstudentsintoseatsand secureseatbelts.Patienceisrequired.
PositionsavailableforBerkshireHillsRegional SchoolDistrictandSouthernBerkshireRegional SchoolDistrict.
Formoreinfocall: MassiniBusCo.413-229-7962 M-F,8:30-4:00
TOWNOFEGREMONT PoliceOfficer
TheTownofEgremontisseekingqualifiedapplicants forthepositionofPoliceOfficer.Thisisafull-time positionscheduledforforty(40)hoursperweek.
PoliceOfficersperformawiderangeoflawenforcementandcommunitypolicingduties,includingbut notlimitedtopatroloperations,criminalinvestigations,trafficenforcement,andothertasksnecessary topreservepublicpeaceandorderandtoprotect lifeandpropertywithintheTown.
MinimumQualifications
•HighSchoolDiplomaorGEDrequired
•Priorexperienceasapatrolofficerrequired
•Bachelor’sdegreeinCriminalJusticepreferred
•Validmotorvehicleoperator’slicense
•Abilitytomaintainrequiredcertifications,including: oPolicefirearmscertification oCPRandFirstAid oMAPOSTcertification
Salary(FY2026)
$27.53-$35.72perhour(Salarycommensuratewith experienceandqualifications).Shiftdifferentialsof 9%and11%.Educationincentive$1750Bach.,$1250 Assoc.Longevitypay,instructorstipends,sicktime buyback,75/25healthanddental.DetailratesFY 2026-$60plusnightandholidayenhanced.
Ourcontractcallsfor4.5percentraisesoverthe nexttwoyears,andweoffera$1900annualclothing/ uniformallowance.
ApplicationProcess
Applicationsandafulljobdescriptionareavailableat EgremontTownHall,SelectBoardOffice,duringnormalbusinesshours(7:30a.m.–3:00p.m.),bycalling 413-528-0182,oronlineatwww.egremont-ma.gov. TheTownofEgremontisanEqualOpportunityEmployer(EEOE).
URGENTLYHIRING
MACHINE OPERATORS & HANDASSEMBLY
Localmedicaldevicemanufacturerin Lee, MAhiringfor immediatefull-time positions.
DUTIES
• Operatemanufacturingequipment
• Handassemblemedicaldevices
• Identifyandreportissues
•Followsafety, quality & workinstructions
• ISO 13485|FDA |cGMP | GDP
REQUIREMENTS
• Manufacturingexperiencepreferred
• Strongattentiontodetail
• Reliableandabletofollowinstructions
PAY $19-$22perhour
GREAT BENEFITS
LEE,MA CALL: 413-243-2000
THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 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.
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WEATOGUE STABLES in Salisbury, CT has an opening for experienced barn help for Mondays and Tuesdays. More hours available if desired. Reliable and experienced please! All daily aspects of farm care- feeding, grooming, turnout/in, stall/barn/pasture cleaning. Possible housing available for a full-time applicant. Lovely facility, great staff and horses! Contact Bobbi at 860-3078531. Text best for prompt reply.
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TheTownofEgremontFireDepartmentisseekingdedicated andmotivatedindividualstoserveasOn-CallFirefighter/First Responders.Thisisacriticalpublicsafetyrolefocusedonprotectinglifeandpropertythroughfiresuppression,emergency medicalresponse,rescueoperations,andcommunityservice. Serveyourcommunityinameaningfulway!Receiveprofessionalemergencytraining,buildteamwork,leadership,and life-savingskills.
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**Competitivehourlypayrateforcalls, overnightandweekendstandbystipendpay.
InterestedcandidatesmaycontacttheEgremontFire Departmentforadditionalinformationat413-528-0182ext.10 ortegremont@egremont-ma.gov.Applicationscanbe foundontheEgremontFireDepartmentwebsite.
THE CHAMBERLAIN Group is an innovative company that designs, develops, and manufactures anatomical medical training models. We are looking for someone with good hands and a good attitude to add to our casting team. There is on-the-job training, so prior knowledge of the casting production process is not required. This person must: be able to meet physical demands this position requires, pay attention to detail, be able to follow directions and recipes, have good time management skills and the ability to multitask to meet timing expectations. To learn more about us, visit: www.thecgroup.com Interested? Email your resume to: info@thecgroup.com
WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org
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TheTownofNewMarlboroughisacceptingapplications forafull-timeHighwayTruckDriver/EquipmentOperator/Laborer.IdealcandidatewillpossessCDLA,Mass 2A,and4Glicenses.Motivatedcandidateswithoutfull licensingareencouragedtoapplyasTowncanassist ingaininglicensure.Experiencedrivingtruck,operatingheavyequipment,maintainingheavyequipment, andsnowplowoperations.Requiredtobeon-call24/7 duringwintermonthswith$100weeklyon-callstipend. CurrentDOTmedicalcertificate,drugtesting,physicals, CORIcheckrequired.Payrange$24.00-$29.00commensuratewithlicensing.Competitivebenefitpackages.SubmitapplicationstotheTownofNewMarlborough at nmbos@newmarlboroughma.gov orPOBox99,Mill River,MA01244.Jobdescriptionandapplicationat www.newmarlboroughma.gov.EEO/AA
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WINDOW AND DOOR problem solving, refitting and repair. Draft and weather seals. Rot repair. Doors and locks installed. Light carpentry. Professional carpenter with fully equipped van of tools. Current Mass CSL, HIC and insured.. Serving all of Berkshire Co. Wayne 413-854 1048.
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2/2.5 FOR RENT IN GB on West Ave. Well maintained and quiet home in a beautiful building. New kitchen, new exterior paint, private fenced patio, in home laundry room. Fully furnished and includes all utilities. Available now through June 1. Call or text Josh at 305-726-4658 for showing and more information.
3 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent: Great Barrington. Recently renovated, centrally located 3 bedroom apartment available in the heart of Great Barrington. Enjoy the charm of beautiful hardwood floors throughout, paired with the convenience of brand new appliances. No pets. No smoking. First, last, and security required. Call 413-8220783 for details.
2 BEDROOM HOUSE for rent in Millerton NY. Live in a piece of history! 1865 schoolhouse with superb country views. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, large finished attic with storage. This lovely house has all the character and charisma of old world charm with today's modern conveniences. Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, washer/dryer and propane fireplace, central AC. Beautiful sunsets, quiet location and great yard. $2000 per month plus 1 month security. Utilities extra. Super insulated. References required. Pets considered. Available immediately. Call Dan 518-789-6001.
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CAMEL MOVING & Storage: 413-822-0985. Find us on Angie's List. See our testimonials at www.CamelMoving Storage.com
END UNIT TOWNHOUSE at Rolling Hills condominium in Lenox, MA. 1740 sq. ft., 3BR, 3BA, air conditioned, EV chargers, deck, fully furnished, NSNP, March 1 to June 30. $1600/mo. plus gas and electric. Text: 703-896-8800.
GENERALLY SPEAKING....we have what you’re looking for! GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com
FLORIDA CONDO for rent 2/28-3/7 or 3/7-3/14. Kissimmee Legacy Resort, 2 bedrooms, pools, gym. Call Rose Baumann 413-329-1219.
FOR RENT: Situated in the very heart of the So. Berkshires between South Egremont and Great Barrington, a completely renovated 2 story Dutch colonial farmhouse is available for rent. It is situated on an 80 acre farm surrounded by barns and cornfield. Five bedrooms, 2-1/2 bathrooms, full cellar, front and rear porches, oil heat, town water, upgraded septic system, kitchen and pantry, dining and living rooms with fireplace. Separate two car garage. $3,500/month plus utilities. References. Call 413-626-3770.
NEW MARLBOROUGH: Southfield. Preference to long term renters, short term considered. 2-bedroom 1 bath, fully remodeled. Hardwood floors throughout, granite counters, new cabinets, stainless appliances. Large eat-in kitchen. 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 2nd upstairs. Laundry in the unit, off street private parking for 2 cars, possibly more. Beautiful outdoor space. Lawn care, trash pick up and snow removal taken care of by the landlord, Tenant pays electric, cable, Spectrum fiber, propane for stove. Great location, 16 min to Guido's, 10 min Stop and Shop Canaan according to Google maps. Pets negotiable. Asking $2500/month, pets negotiable. Please call or text 781- 608-9556.
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NEED FURNISHED, longterm 2 bedroom house or quiet residence, with utilities included, in Southern Berkshire County or Salisbury, Falls Village, CT for a reliable couple. Airbnb homeownersif you are tired of dealing with many guests, consider the steadiness and ease of renting to us! 413-429-6147.
SHEFFIELD: Light, modern, furnished 1-bed private guest house apartment with views; no smoking, no pets. $1,900. waterfarmnest@yahoo.com
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nice residential street. All new kitchen appliances, new light fixtures, cozy stone fireplace with wood stove for those cold winter nights, sun porch with seasonal views of the Housatonic River, private parking, garage, washer, dryer, energy efficient windows. $2,200 per month plus security deposit. 860-307-5786. Copy and paste into your browser for photos and more information: brand.site/17-la wrence-ave
LOVELY, LIGHT-FILLED 2 bdrm apt in New Marlborough. 20 mins to GB. Extra loft space perfect for office. 1 bath, 2 decks, large yard. Washer/Dryer, hi-speed wifi. Great cafe next door. Pets considered. $1950 plus electric. Contact Billie at 646-321-6334 billie.williams 60@gmail.com
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