The Berkshire Edge On-Air Wednesday April 20,2022

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.

1. The town of Great Barrington is considering upgrades to crosswalks of its busy Main Street where pedestrians have been struck: https://theberkshireedge.com/town-mulls-two-options-to-improve-safety-of-infamous-main-street-crosswalks/

2.  The Southern Berkshire School District has been awarded $37,000 from two funds to underwrite student-devised projects:https://theberkshireedge.com/southern-berkshire-district-scores-funds-for-14-educational-activities-and-projects/

3.  The Pittsfield CityJazz Festival is returning this year, beginning April 23 and running through May 1: https://theberkshireedge.com/preview-pittsfield-cityjazz-festival-returns-april-23-may-1/

4.  Elementary school students in Williamstown and North Adams have been writing letters to Afghan families who have resettled in Williamstown and North Berkshire County… welcoming them to America (and the Berkshires). On April 29 there will be a concert in Pittsfield to benefit these families:https://theberkshireedge.com/in-williamstown-a-warm-welcome-for-afghan-refugees/ 5.  Food for thought. The “Edible Natural World” is a locally produced YouTube video series celebrating Berkshire farms and chefs:https://theberkshireedge.com/the-edible-natural-world-youtube-series-unearths-the-secrets-and-wisdom-of-berkshire-makers/