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Great Mountain Forest to host Nature Writing Retreat at Historic Yale Camp in Falls Village, Conn., Aug. 7 to 9

“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.

News Briefs: Democratic gubernatorial candidates’ forum; Rural Health Network conversation; Senate passes social media privacy bill; Senate passes animal welfare measures

The three Democratic candidates for governor of Massachusetts will share the stage in Berkshire County for a forum on the future of the region and Massachusetts, moderated by Sen. Adam Hinds, D-Pittsfield.

NEWS BRIEF: Mass. Senate passes criminal justice reform

Among the provisions included in the bill are repealing ineffective mandatory minimum sentences for low-level drug offenders, allowing for compassionate release for infirm inmates, and reforms to the juvenile justice system.

News Brief: State Senate votes to ban bump stocks, trigger cranks

'There is no legitimate purpose for the use, sale, and possession of these devices or than to cause as much damage as possible.' Massachusetts Senate President Stan Rosenberg, D-Amherst.

News Briefs: Commonwealth Conversations tour; New Marlborough Dems to caucus

The goal of the Commonwealth Conversations tour is to foster more civic engagement while helping each senator learn more about issues outside of their own districts.
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