Berkshire Edge On-air

The Berkshire Edge On-Air – Wednesday June 8, 2022

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Sinopsis

Guided by respected journalistic standards, the principle of fairness, the quest for truth, a commitment to social, economic and environmental justice, and an abiding admiration for the independent spirit of the Berkshires, The Berkshire Edge offers in-depth local news reports and features, perspectives on the arts, wide-ranging commentary, and a comprehensive calendar of events – all written, illustrated, and, in some cases performed, with wit, intelligence, insight and humor. Here are a few stories from the Edge this week: 1. The town of Great Barrington held its annual town meeting this week, a four-hour affair in the parking lot of the high school, due to COVID restrictions. People were in their cars listening to the proceedings on their car radios: a. The most contentious issue that dominated the meeting was what to do about the proliferation of short-term rentals and Airbnb’s … the selectboard had proposed restrictions … and the declaration by some longtime Great Barrington residents t