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Fall Foliage Parade Theme Announced

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced  that the 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade's theme will be "Berk du Soleil - The Greatest Show in North Berkshire."
 
According to a press release: 
 
Whether you're a lover of the surreal, a seeker of the incredible, or simply a dreamer at heart, come and witness the breathtaking feats of our talented parade participants.  The Parade Committee encourages children of all ages to embrace their artistic wonder and creativity to participate in this year's parade. Don your most whimsical attire and join us for a day of wonder! There are a variety of ways to get involved including, but not limited to signing up to have a float, entering a band/music unit, marching unit, veterans unit, or public safety unit or volunteering on the parade committee. A world of magic awaits - we'll see you there.
 
The Parade is scheduled for Sunday, October 6, 2024 when it will once again travel through downtown North Adams beginning at 1:00 PM. 
 
There are a variety of parade sponsorship opportunities for those interested in supporting the Fall Foliage Parade Committee. Questions or comments about the Fall Foliage Parade can be directed to Christine Hoyt  at choyt@1berkshire.com.  More information about becoming involved in the parade can be found on https://1berkshire.com/events/fall-foliage-parade/

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Clarksburg Sees One Race for War Memorial Trustee

CLARKSBURG, Mass. — The annual town election is Tuesday, May 13, from noon to 7 p.m. at the Community Center.
 
Mail in ballots/absentee are now available. Application for mail-in ballots must be submitted to the town clerk's office no later than noon on the fifth business day before the election, which is Monday, May 5. 
 
Applications are available on the town website, or call the town clerk at 413-663-8255. Absentee ballots are available until noon May 13.
 
The only contested race on the ballot is a three-year term for War Memorial trustee between incumbent Edward Denault and newcomer Michael Rivers.
 
Seth Lewis Alexander is running unopposed for a three-year term on the Select Board. He ran unsuccessfully for the board last year but was elected a moderator, for which he also is running unopposed.
 
Other offices that are unopposed are Michael Rivers for Board of Health, Richard Bernardi for McCann School Committee, Mary Giron for Clarksburg School Committee and Kyle Hurlbut for tree warden. All of the candidates are incumbents and the offices are three-year terms. 
 
A three-year seat and a five-year seat on the Planning Board have no candidates.
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