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BSO patrons start campaign in support of music director Andris Nelsons

BSO musicians, patrons, and Berkshire County businesses are pushing back against the Boston Symphony Orchestra's decision not to renew music director Andris Nelsons' contract, as two longtime patrons launch a grassroots "red flower" campaign demanding transparency and a public town hall.
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Great Mountain Forest to host Nature Writing Retreat at Historic Yale Camp in Falls Village, Conn., Aug. 7 to 9

Amelia Ellis -
“The retreat brings people together, builds community in the forest, gets participants outside and off their screens, and uses nature sustainably to heal and inspire minds and souls,” stated Great Mountain Forest Executive Director Michael Zafros. Retreat registration closes on July 30.
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JOHN BREASTED: The Great Barrington Selectboard’s credibility gap

John Breasted -
Transparency does not require officials to reveal legal strategy. It does require them to tell voters when the town has been sued.
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THEATER REVIEW: Dorset Theatre Festival’s production of ‘The Understudy’ plays at the Dorset Playhouse through July 19

J. Peter Bergman -
If the work of theater interests you, this is a perfect play for you. If the course of romantic pairings intrigues you, this is also a play for you. If you just want to experience a fun time, see this play. It has a limited run, so see it now.
Arts & Entertainment

THEATER REVIEW: ‘Rebel Town’ plays at Monument Mountain Regional High School through July 19

J. Peter Bergman -
Even the almost historical shows, such as “1776," emerge as dramatic triumphs compared to “Rebel Town.” The latter still needs a major overhaul to become a viable, memorable, and worthwhile musical theater experience.
Letters

‘Rebel Town’ is a timely reminder that freedom isn’t free — and that resistance is patriotic

Letter to the editor -
The musical explores the courage, conviction, and personal sacrifice of leaders and extraordinary “ordinary” Americans who put everything on the line to attain freedom.
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CAPITAL IDEAS: When should you claim Social Security if you have $1 million saved?

Allen Harris -
The argument for claiming early gets more interesting when we stop asking, “Which strategy gives the biggest lifetime benefit?” and instead ask, “Which strategy leads to the best retirement for me?”
Tech in the 413

TECH & INNOVATION: The bigger story behind AI

Howard Lieberman -
Artificial intelligence dominates today’s headlines, but it may not be the biggest technological story of our time. Understanding that larger shift may prove more valuable than following the latest AI breakthrough.
Business Briefs

BUSINESS BRIEFS July 13, 2026: Business news in the Berkshires and beyond

Monica Bliss -
Business news from Tanglewood, Austen Riggs, Berkshire Health Systems, Berkshire Community College, and more
Arts & Entertainment

The History of Jacob’s Pillow in Lee: Jacob’s Pillow instructor Joseph Pilates brings new fitness trend to Lee

Joshua D. Bloom -
“He was charitable. He gave his all. One thing about him was, there was no money involved. He just wanted to do something good for the town and for the people in it.” — Lee veteran and barber Tony Carlino on Joseph Pilates
Arts & Entertainment

THEATER REVIEW: Barrington Stage Company’s world-premiere production of ‘Estate Sale’ plays on the St. Germain Stage through July 25

J. Peter Bergman -
This moving melodrama is perhaps the most unusual show you will see all season. We are lucky to have its world premiere here in Pittsfield. I defy anyone over the age of 30 to see it and not be moved.

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Laura Lee Reynolds, 61, of Ashley Falls

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The family will be holding a private burial and is planning a celebration of life in her memory.

Robert Gordon Hammer Sr., 85, of Monterey

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A funeral service for Robert Gordon Hammer Sr. will be held on Saturday, July 18, at 11 a.m. at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home, with Reverend William P. Murphy officiating. Family will receive friends on Saturday, July 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Jane Marie Gangloff Green, 92, of Great Barrington

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A memorial service is planned for Friday, July 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home.

Olga Schwede, 87, of Great Barrington

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A funeral service will be held at the First Congregational Church in Stockbridge on July 25 at 1:30 p.m.

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