
	Health care reform isn't Christian Sunday, Nov. 08 There has been talk recently about how you're not a good Christian if you don't support government health care, or health care reform as it has been called. Full Story Watch Glenn Beck for insights on news Sunday, Nov. 08 Mike Littwin's op-ed commentary of Oct. 25 on Fox News does not give its reporters the credit they deserve. Full Story Area students need Shakespeare and Company Sunday, Nov. 08 In response to recent coverage of the financial troubles facing Shakespeare and Company, we would like to take the opportunity to sing the praises of this outstanding organization. Full Story Harsh cuts for regional school districts Sunday, Nov. 08 When Gov. Patrick's long-dreaded budget cuts were announced late last week, there was great fanfare over the fact that they contained no reductions in direct aid to education. Full Story We all must act to help Shakespeare & Company Sunday, Nov. 08 As a Shakespeare fan, a regular at the plays, a father of kids that participate in the school programs offered by Shakespeare & Company and as a concerned resident, I would like to address the financial troubles the company is in. Full Story Requirements for a public option Sunday, Nov. 08 One thing that a public option needs is freedom from state borders, unlike Medicaid. Full Story Enhance lives of Dalton's seniors Saturday, Nov. 07 I have lived in Dalton for several years and I make it a point to go to the Senior Center in Pittsfield where there are many activities and a large group of seniors who have a place to go to socialize, learn new skills and volunteer time to help out and make things run smoothly. Full Story Fond memories of Eastover Saturday, Nov. 07 It's so sad to see Eastover Resort closed after 62 years in business. Full Story Amsterdam is good for city Saturday, Nov. 07 I think the Amsterdam apartments are a big success. I have been a resident of Berkshire County my whole life. Full Story In high praise of older males Saturday, Nov. 07 Like many of my single contemporaries, I frequent an on-line Web site to check in on a favorite of mine. Full Story Exclusivity has harmed marriage Friday, Nov. 06 Imagine that you find yourself a member of a country club that doesn't admit blacks or Jews. Full Story Freedom for all means no DOMA Friday, Nov. 06 Your editorial on the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is appreciated and worthy of rethinking this legislation and trashing it forever. Full Story Shakespeare & Co. works in the trenches Friday, Nov. 06 Happily, Tony Simotes indicates that Shakespeare & Co. seems likely to survive this financial crisis (op-ed, Oct. 28,) but it has also been heartening to witness the outpouring of community support evident in the recent letters to The Eagle. Full Story Unasked questions on health care Friday, Nov. 06 This "defining moment" is only defining if we set our standards low enough ("Taking sides on health reform," op-ed, Oct. 31.) Full Story Voter apathy is unacceptable Friday, Nov. 06 In the lead story on Wednesday, Nov. 4, Dan Bianchi stated that such a narrow margin of victory for Mayor Ruberto indicated that there is a distinct population in this city who wants to be heard. Full Story