 Great Barrington Unveils 9/11 Memorial Featuring World Trade Center SteelA piece of history will now stand in front of the Great Barrington Fire Department, serving as a lasting reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and heroism of those who rushed in, stepped forward, and answered the call on Sept. 11, 2001.  Berkshires Remember First Responders, Military Personnel Lost at 9/11 and AftermathThe county's two cities held memorials on Friday morning to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attacks.  Public Memorial Planned for Jarvis RockwellA gathering to remember Jarvis Rockwell will be held on Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. at MCLA Gallery 51.  Mother Plans Memorial Bench at Clapp ParkThe Parks Commission has OK'd a memorial bench for a young man who had many happy memories at Clapp Park.  Candlelit Signs in Park Square Mark 41 Overdose Deaths in 2024Pictures of the bereaved were displayed on boards adorned with butterflies and dragonflies.  South Street Sign Marks 1902 Roosevelt Trolley IncidentA sign now commemorates the location of an incident that made President Teddy Roosevelt say, "If you're set on risking your life, go to Pittsfield, Mass., and take a trolley ride."  Annual Vigil Honors 56 Victims of Drunken DrivingThe 37th annual Mothers Against Drunk Driving vigil was hosted by the Berkshire District Attorney's Office and the Massachusetts State Police. Grieving friends and family lit a candle in honor of their loved one at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. |
