DINING TABLE with 4 chairs. Maple with dark finish. Good condition. $150. Matching china cabinet, $100. Text 413-329-6865 for pics.
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HANDYMAN SERVICES including, plumbing, painting, drywall repair, carpentry, landscape/gardening and more. Proudly serving Berkshire County and surrounding areas. Call or text: 413-854-1532.
KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.
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MANTLE ROOKIE CARD! Mickey Comical and others. 725-233-9774. Expensive!
WOOD STOVE: Better 'n Ben, good condition, $350. Text 413-329-6865 for pics.
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.
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
SEASONED FIREWOOD all high quality and hand split under 16 inches long. Sold by the pickup load or cord, Will deliver and stack. Call Brian 413- 464-1788.
SKIS: Rossignol Bandit (170), w/9.5 boots, goggles (2 lens), poles, helmet, carry bag. Like new, used few times one season. $600. Text 413-329-6865 for pics.
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.
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.
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,
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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
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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 josehandy express@ gmail.com
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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.
KIND, RELIABLE housekeeper. Great at multitasking. Cleaning, deep cleaning, houses, AirBnB, restaurants. Serving clients for many years in the Berkshires. All seasons. 413-717-0791.
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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.
RELIABLE HANDYMAN. Small projects. Puncuality, guarantee of good work. Fair prices. Available for emergencies! Excellent references. Text 413-717-7448.
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.
115 VINTAGE BLACK buttons. 1930s-1950s (Deco etc). Many are unusual. $18. 413-274-3387.
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MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet). 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 HONDA CIVIC SI. 2009, 6 speed,147K, runs, some rust. $2500 obo. Text 413-329-6865 for pics.
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Spring Break
Tips for a safe and fun spring break road trip
Arriving months after the holiday season and right around the end of winter, spring break comes at the perfect time for families and students. A winter spent largely indoors can excite anyone about the prospect of soaking up some sun from the comforts of a sandy beach, and millions will do whatever it takes to make such a trip possible.
Many spring breakers may fly to their destination, but that can be costly for families paying for multiple flights. Indeed, spring break can be one of the more costly times to travel by air, as it's considered a peak travel period. Families who want to get away but don't want to spend thousands of dollars on flights alone can take to the road and drive to
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
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their destinations. If a road trip is in the cards, families can consider these strategies to ensure a safe and fun excursion.
Have your vehicle fully serviced before your trip
Winter can be hard on a vehicle, particularly when a car is parked outside in locations where harsh weather is the standard between December and March. A full checkup that tops off fluids, tests the brakes (and replaces them, if necessary), inflates the tires (and again, replaces them, if necessary), tests the battery, and checks headlights and wiper blades to ensure they're operating at peak capacity can prepare a vehicle for the journey to your spring break destination.
Make some pit stops along the way
If it's an especially long trip to your destination, extend your travels by a day or two and make an extra stop along your way to your destination and on your return home. Find a fun activity along the way, such as a trip to a local indoor water park or a must-see hiking spot, so everyone can spend a day moving around before getting back in the car.
Don't be a motorized martyr
When your ultimate destination is a warm,
sun-soaked beach, it can be tempting to make the trip in a single day. But fatigued drivers are dangerous drivers, so it's best to build in some time to take a break and even share driving duty with another licensed driver. Moms and dads can switch halfway through the trip. If you already know the trip will take multiple days on the road, then stop driving no later than sundown to ensure you and your fellow drivers get a good night's rest.
Line up some in-vehicle entertainment
A long road trip with young children will require some in-vehicle entertainment. Load up a tablet with movies to keep the kids occupied during the drive but also arrange for some non-device game play as well. A book of puzzles, a family sing-along, a round or two of I spy, the license plate game, and even some kid-friendly trivia can provide some fun distractions on the way to your destination.
The cost of air travel can be prohibitive for families looking to get away this spring break. Some simple strategies can make road trips a safe, fun and cost-effective means to getting away when school lets out this spring. TF263708
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Between 100 and 150. That is the estimated number of kittens an unspayed cat can have in her lifetime. ABC Clinic Pet Refuge Animal Birth Control Clinic says in just one year, an unspayed cat who is allowed to roam outdoors can have three litters resulting in 12 kittens. One year later, those 12 kittens if kept unspayed, can have 144 offspring of their own. Such figures illustrate that the potential for feral cat overpopulation is high.
According to Shelter Animals Counts, nearly 2.9 million felines entered rescues and shelters across the country in the United States in 2024. About 275,000 of them were euthanized. Cat overpopulation can be controlled if people learn more about how to keep cats safe and happy, which starts with spaying. What is spaying? Spaying is a surgical procedure that removes the ovaries and sometimes uterus of a female cat with the intention of preventing reproduction. VCA Animal Hospitals characterize spaying as a major surgical procedure that requires placing the cat under general anesthesia. Most cats are able to return home within 12 to 24 hours of surgery. Even though spaying is considered a major operation,
the risk of complications is very low. Spaying is a routine procedure. What are the advantages to spaying? Small Door Veterinary says there are many advantages to spaying a cat, which can help with population control, reduce risk of reproductive disease, eliminate heat cycles, and help head off unwanted behaviors like roaming to find a mate.
Spaying eliminates the risk of ovarian and uterine cancers and the risk of breast cancer. VCA says cats spayed before their first heat cycle have a less than 1 percent chance of developing breast cancer. At what age should a cat be spayed? Today’s Veterinary Practice says for owned cats, the optimal age to spay is four to five months of age to catch the cat before its first estrus cycle. For cats in shelters, the optimal age could be as early as eight weeks of age. An older cat also can be spayed if it is adopted and hasn’t been altered. It’s always best to speak with a veterinarian about spay choices to protect the health of the animal.
Spaying felines at an early age can reduce the large numbers of cats entering shelters and even prevent an assortment of health issues. TF262630
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.
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
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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
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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. HOT OFF THE PRESS every Wednesday. Check your mailbox.
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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.
HILLSDALE: Very reasonable 1 bedroom apartment $1100 with heat and hot water included. 518-822-1806 and weekends and evenings 518-424-7925.
MONTEREY APARTMENT for rent. One bedroom. Close to downtown. Walk to lake Garfield. Hardwood floors. Email: monterey apartmentforrent@gmail.com. $1200/month heat included.
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FOR RENT: 1 bedroom 1 bathroom house for rent in Housatonic. $2,750 monthly, partially furnished. Tenant pays their own heat. Email: housatonicrentals@gmail.com for more information.
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.
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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.
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