Shopper's Guide 01-22-2025 by New England Newspapers, Inc.

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FIREWOOD PROCESSED at your location:I will cut up logs, split wood, and stack wood if you need it. I bring my chainsaws and splitter to your home. You may remember me, I'm John. Call 518-929-4805. First, I will come and assess the job with you. If your wood is in a swamp, please call a competitor.

FOR SALE: 3Z2 Husqvarna chain saw, 20" bar, 1 yrs old, runs perfect. $800 cash. Brand new 22 ton log splitter, Huskee, vertical and horizontal. $900 firm cash. Log splitter, $800 cash. Call Joey 413-645-3108.

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KAREN SHREEFTER Landscape Design, creating and maintaining captivating landscapes and gardens with my clients in the Monterey area. Call 413-528-1387.

Hours:10-5.ClosedTuesday&Wednesday IS YOUR NEW YEAR'S resolution to lose weight and keep it off? Overeaters Anonymous can help you. Come to an in-person meeting any Friday at 1pm at the Ambulance Garage at Fairview Hospital. For more info call Emily at 413-329-7224 or go to oa.org

Addie’sLettertoSanta

TheShopper’sGuidechattedwithAddieandhermom,Laura,abouttheirholidaytraditionsandwhatmakestheholidays special.Addiesharedherloveforsledding,decoratingthetree,andhermagicalElfontheShelf,whilealsoexpressingher wishesforakinder,healthierworld.Laurareﬂectedonthemeaningfulnessoftheseason,appreciatinghowthecommunity comestogethertocelebratevariousholidayswhilealsoexpressinggratitudefortheblessingstheyhave.

FromAddie, AGapsweater,abackpackChapStickcharm,apairofﬂatclip-onpearlearrings,awhite backpackwithrainbowdots,akeychainwithabunnyandcarrot,at-shirtwithanaxolotl,afat orangelamp,atanktopwithtinyblueﬂowers.

PeaceonEarth. Nomorelitter. Stopwar. Healthyanimalsandpeople.

TheShopper’sGuideinterviewedAddie,thewinnerofthe Santa’sLetterContest,andher mom,Laura,abouttheirholiday traditionsandwhatmakesthe holidaysspecial.

Q:WHATWEREYOURFAVORITE CHRISTMASPRESENTS?

Addie:Theorangelampand thewhitebackpackwithrainbowdots!

Q:BESIDESPRESENTS,WHAT DOYOULOVEMOSTABOUT CHRISTMAS?

Addie:Ilovesledding,ice skating,makingsnowmen,skiingwithmycousins,decorating thetree,watchingaChristmas movieonthecouch,drinking hotchocolateandstayinginjammiesallday.

Laura:Asafamilyweloveto starttheholidayseveryyearby goingovertoSeekonkTreeand gettingourtree.Addiepicksout thetreeshelikesthemostand wecutitdowntogether.

Q:WHATMAKESCHRISTMAS MAGICAL?

Addie:BecauseElfonthe Shelfisreallymagical.Firstit wasMom’stoy.IthadthislittleyellowcollarthatIpainted green.Ihiditsomewhereand whenIwokeupthenextdayit wasinadifferentplaceandMom didn’tmoveit!

Laura:Theelfwasoneofmy oldtoysthatAddiefound.Itwas nevermagicaluntilAddiediscovereditandpainteditscollar.

Addie:He’sextramagicalbecausehehasallthesenew,bright colors.Hehasanorangehat, abluebodywithan“L”forelf paintedonit,thatIdidn’tpaint onit,yellowlegs,whitepompons forfeetandwhitepompononits hat.Ipainteditscollargreenfor Christmasandbecauseit’smy favoritecolor!

Q:IFYOUCOULDGIVEAGIFTTO SANTATOSAYTHANKYOUFORALL OFTHEGIFTS,WHATWOULDITBE?

Addie:I’dgivehimapictureof himandmewitharedandgreen frame,acushionforhissleigh that’sredandgreen,ChapStick incasehislipsgetchappedanda stufﬁeforwhenhesleeps.

Q:WHATWOULDYOUWANTTODO IFYOUCOULDBESANTAFORONE DAY?

Addie:I’dgivepresentsto otherchildren!

Q:“PEACEONEARTH,NOMORE LITTER,STOPWAR,HEALTHY ANIMALSANDPEOPLE.”SANTAWAS REALLYSURPRISEDTOREADTHESE INYOURLETTER.WHATMADEYOU WANTTOTALKABOUTTHIS?

Addie:Isawthisshowwhere therewasthishugepileofplasticbottlesonthebeach.And rightbeforeChristmasIread thisbook,“QuilltheForestKeeper.”Bothofthesereallyshowed mewhyit’simportanttotake careoftheplanet.Andlittering makespeoplereallysick.

Q:WHATDOYOUREALLYENJOY ABOUTLIVINGINYOURAREA DURINGTHEHOLIDAYS?

Addie:IlovethatWard’s Nursery&GardenCenteris closetousbecausethereareso manyornamentsthatyoucan choosefrom,they’rethebest ornamentsever,andIlovetheir

plants.Myfavoriteﬂoweristhe poinsettiabecauseitremindsme ofChristmasandcandycanes.I alsolovetheHolidayShop,Sip& StrollinGreatBarrington—especiallytheﬁreworks!

Laura: Everyyearafterthe holidaystroll,weliketogoto SaintJamesPlacetolistentothe singing.Also,forthepasttwo years,we’veseenTheNutcrackerattheAcademyofMusicin Northampton.

Addie: TheNutcrackerisone ofmyfavoriteshows,andIhave threenutcrackersathomenow!

Q:WHATARESOMEOFYOUR FAVORITECHRISTMASSONGSOR STORIES?

Addie: Idon’treallyhavea favorite,butIreallylike“All IWantforChristmasIsYou”, “LastChristmas”,“HaveaHolly JollyChristmas”and“Jingle Bells,BatmanSmells”. Myfavoriteholidaystoryis “BearStaysUpforChristmas” andmyfavoritemoviesare “ThatChristmas”and“Elf”.I likeitinElfwhereheputschocolatesyrup,maplesyrup,sprinklesandallkindsofsillythings onhisspaghetti.Ialsolike“How theGrinchStoleChristmas!”,“A CharlieBrownChristmas”and the“ThePolarExpress”.

Q:WHATAREYOURFAVORITE CHRISTMASFOODS?

Addie: Candycanesandhot chocolate!

Q:WHATAREYOURWISHESFOR NEXTYEAR?

Addie: Healthygrass,sun, moonandstars.Forpeopleto staywarmandtohelpthepoor andhungry.

Q:WHATWOULDYOUGIVETO SOMEBODYTOHELPTHEMFEEL BETTER?

Addie: Twoplates,acup,a chunkofbananas,threeapples,twooranges,awholejugof water,twoblankets,apillowand halfofmypiggybank.Imean that’stheleastIcandoforaperson.Poorpeoplearepeople they’rejustpoor!

Q:IFSANTAHIREDYOUTOMAKE CHRISTMASBETTER,WHATWOULD YOUDO?

Addie: HaveChristmasevery weekinDecember,withtwo presentsunderthetreeeach week.

Q:SEEINGADDIESOHAPPY,WHAT MAKESTHEHOLIDAYSMEANINGFUL TOYOU?

Laura: Ilovethattheholidays arecelebratedinsomanydifferentwaysinourcommunity.At Addie’sschool,theycelebrate HanukkahandDiwalialongside Christmas.Iloveseeingpeople outonthestreetandgoingto shopsandsupportinglocalbusinesses.Itjustfeelsveryinterdependent.Itfeelslikeatimeto celebrateourrelationshipsand friendshipsandotherfamilies. Everyyearwetalkabouthow luckywearethatwelivehere, wherewehavehavecleanwater andgoodfoodandallthesegood thingsweneedforahappylife. It’simportanttomethatAddie feelssafeandlovedinhercommunity,andisawarethatnot everyoneisthislucky,andthat therearewayswecanshareand help.

TOWNOFOTIS LEGALNOTICE

REQUESTFORQUALIFICATIONSfor OWNER’SPROJECTMANAGERSERVICESfora NEWTOWNLIBRARYBUILDING

IssueDate: January15,2025

SubmissionDeadline: ThursdayFebruary06,2025at 1:00p.m.

TheTownofOtis,throughtheofficeoftheTown Administrator,isrequestingqualificationsproposals fromqualifiedprofessionalconsultingfirmsto provideOwner’sProjectManagerServicesfora newLibraryBuilding.TheTownhasabudgetof $100,000fortheeffortidentifiedintheRFQ.Total projectcostestimateis9.6M.Interestedpartiescan acquiretheRFQpacketbyemailingtownadmin@ townofotisma.com.Proposalsmustbesubmitted inasealedenvelopeandmustbelabeledonthe outsideas:“ProposalforOwner’sProjectManager–OtisLibrary”,anddeliveredto:TownAdministrator’s Office,TownHall,1NorthMainRd.,P.O.Box237, Otis,MA01253.Completeproposalpackages mustbereceivedattheaboveaddressbyFebruary 6,2025by1:00PM.Latesubmissionswillnotbe accepted.Responsessubmittedbyfacsimileor otherelectronicmeanswillnotbeaccepted.

LOST: Hunting knife with deer antlered handle, blade has a #. Possibly lost at gas pump at Cumberland Farms on 12/31/24. Two hundred dollar reward for return. 413-528-3613.

MINUTE MOUNT PLOW, complete set up includes wiring harness, mounting plates for 88-98 GM pick up and two 8' blades. $750. Hillsdale NY 518-755-4783.

TREE WORK: From trimming to removal. First class climbers previously employed by Asplundh. Exceptional, safe, cost efficient. Licensed and insured. Strong Oak Landscaping 413-644-5164.

THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY abre los lunes de 4-5:30pm y los jueves de 10am-12:30pm. En Saint James Place, esquina de Main St y Taconic Ave, GB, frente a CVS. Los compradores locales puede visitar una vez a la semana a eligen entre una variedad de productos, proteinas, alimentos enlatados y mas. Todo gratis. Sin requisitos de ingresos o identificaion. Protocolos Covid.

TWO HUNDRED DOLLAR reward. Lost: Hunting knife with deer antlered handle, blade has a #. Possibly lost at gas pump at Cumberland Farms on 12/31/24. for return. 413-528-3613.

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THE PEOPLE'S PANTRY is open Mondays 4-5:30pm and Thursdays 10am-12:30-pm, at Saint James Place, corner of Main & Taconic Ave, GB, opposite CVS. Local shoppers may visit once a week to choose from a variety of produce, proteins, canned foods and more. All free. No income or ID requirements. Covid protocols.

TWO SIDED 5'X9' TABLE with Lionel "D" gauge train set on one side and ping pong table on other side. 4 engines, 20 cars, 8 fastrack switches, fastrack, transformer, accessories. Best offer. 518-392-3830.

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Ifyourchildwillbe3,4or5onorbeforeSeptember1,2025, pleasecontactLoriStockwellintheMuddyBrookoffice (lori.stockwell@bhrsd.orgor413-644-2350)toreceive aregistrationpacketforPK/EK(lottery)andKDG. SchoolChoiceapplicationsareacceptedona rollingbasisforKindergartenonly. Screeningsandorientationswillbeheldat laterdatestobedetermined.

Situhijoestáapuntodecumplir3,4o5añosantesdel 1rodeSeptiembredel2025.Porfavorponteencontactocon LoriStockwell(413-644-2350olori.stockwell@bhrsd.org) delaescuelaprimariaMuddyBrookpararecibirunpaquete deregistroparaPK/EK(loteria)yKDG. Lasaplicacionesparaparaschoolchoiceseranaceptadassolopara estudiantesdeKDG.Loschequeosylasorientacionessellevaran acabohastanuevoaviso.

NoticeisherebygiventhattheSandisfieldSelect BoardwillholdapublichearingatTownHall, 66SandisfieldRdandviaZoom,onMonday,2/3 at6:30pmtoconsidertheinstallationofone jointlyownedpoleonRobertsRdinSandisfieldtobelocatedapproximatelyonehundred fifty(150)feetwesterlyfromexistingpole42/1. Pleasevisit www.sandisfieldma.gov formore information.

YELLOW HOUSE BOOKS is now open every day, from 12-5. We buy books and music. Call 413-528-8227. Email us at yh.book @verizon.net or come by 252 Main St., Great Barrington.

BUSINESS SERVICES

ANTIQUES APPRAISED, since 1973. Furniture, ceramics, silver, weapons and some collectibles. 413-229-3445 V&T.

ART RESTORATION by Troy Amuso, Troy Fine Art Services, Inc. Specializing in oil painting restoration and conservation for over 35 years. All styles and value levels. Sheffield/Ashley Falls by appointment. Studio 413-248-1309. Mobile 203856-1337. www.TroyFineAr t.com

CLEANING SERVICE: Home, rental, Airbnb, post construction, office cleaning, restaurant cleaning. Berkshire, NY, Canaan, CT, or anywhere. 12 years experience. Fully insured. Text or call 413-645-2332. diamondteam723@ gmail.com

ENCLOSE YOUR DECK with a screen and glass enclosure combination. Call Southern Berkshire Builders. Fully insured. 413-4297101.

GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com

GENERAL CONTRACTING. Building, renovations, kitchens, baths, and home inspections. Fully insured. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders. 413-4297101.

GOT DRAFTY WINDOWS? Save energy! Get new vinyl replacement windows w/low E glass. Call Southern Berkshire Builders for estimate 413-429-7101.

THE FLOOR SPECIALIST. Sanding, refinishing restoration of old floors, bleaching/white staining. When quality counts call Frank Monda 860-671-0468. thefloorspecialist@verizon.net

GRAVEL DRIVEWAYS and hardscape. Licensed and insured, free estimates. Strong Oak Landscaping. Your driveway will thank you! 413-644-5164.

HOUSEKEEPING SERVICE: Apartment, house, office, Airbnb. Weekly, biweekly, monthly. Reliable, efficient, kind. Excellent references. Call or text 860-491-6076. Sandra.

KIND, RELIABLE housekeeper. Great at multitasking. Cleaning, deep cleaning, houses, AirBnB, restaurants. Serving clients for many years in the Berkshires. All seasons. 413-717-0791.

NORBERT'S LOCKSMITH Service: Certified and bonded. Commercial and residential. Locks rekeyed, repaired, installed and sold. Call 413-528-2221.

REGISTERED NURSE. Available for private duty. I have decades experience in geriatrics and end of life care. Excellent references upon request. sulivankerri@yahoo.com or 860-318-6769

RELIABLE HANDYMAN. Small projects. Puncuality, guarantee of good work. Fair prices. Available for emergencies! Excellent references. Text 413-717-7448.

TAX PREPARATION Services. Personal income tax returns, authorized IRS efile provider. I.T.I.N. 413717-1096, 413-243-3961. Liliana Ortiz-Bermudez. Habla Espanol.

TAX PREPARATION Services: Local service, reasonable rates. Nadine Hawver 413-441-4893.

WE DO RUBBER roofing for your low pitched roofs. Please call Southern Berkshire Builders 413-429-7101.

Doesnotendorse productsorservices advertisednordoes itinvestigatewhether servicestobeprovided requirespeciallicensing orinsurance.Consumers wouldbewisetoinvestigateserviceproviders.

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BLOW DOWN VALVE No. 14B, McDonnell & Miller, for oil burner, new, not used, $50 cash, p/u Sheffield, bought from supplyhouse.com. 413229-0070.

BLUE & WHITE reversible duvet, comforter and 2 shams. NWOT 413-274-3387. $50.

PICK-AXE BASE TABLE: marble top, 39"H, eclectic piece, $50. Sheffield p/u, cash/carry. 413-229-0070.

FOR SALE: Mens Tubbs snow shoes, $35. Bag Boy golf cart, $50. Misc golf clubs, $5-$10 each. Call 413-5282257.

KEROSENE VINTAGE heater, black metal, 24"H, accessory decor piece, $50. Sheffield p/u, cash/carry. 413-229-0070.

LEGOS- Large bin of mixed Legos, all shapes and sizes. Great for hours of creativityjust what the kiddos need! $50- Stockbridge 413717-2475.

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WEATOGUE STABLES in Salisbury is looking for a part time weekend person to join our team. Duties include feeding, turnout/in, stall, barn, and pasture cleaning, and general horse care. Great atmosphere and horses! Experience preferred. Must be available for weekends. Contact Bobbi at 860- 307-8531.

WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet) and tutor both immigrant and native-born adults in our community. No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)243-0471. For more info visit www.litnetsb.org

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Voice Lessons: classical, opera, musical theatre, American Songbook, pop. 1/2 hr or 1 hr lessons. Consults: "Tune-ups" for working pros, voice teachers, choral singers. 1 hr. Find your voice, for health, joy, empowerment. 413-441-2015. www. maureenoflynn.com

MONDAY (AllDay):

BURGER&ABEER$17

OurAngusBeefBurgerwithany toppingsofchoiceoffriesand apintofourfreshcraftedbeer. Chef’sVeggieBurger+$2, Grass-FedBurger+$2.

WEDNESDAY (AllDay): SHEPHERD'SPIE$18

Groundbeefinasavorybrown gravywithonion&corntopped withgarlicmashedpotatoes.

THURSDAY (AllDay): $1WINGS (DINE-INONLY) ChoosefromBuffalo,Mango Habanero,GarlicParmesan, Oaxacan(SmokedChipotle) orSweetThaiChili.

FRIDAY (After5pm):

NEWENGLANDFRIED SEAFOODDINNER$24 Beerbatteredbayscallops, shrimpandcodserved withcoleslawandbeer batteredfries.

SATURDAY (After5pm): ROASTPRIMERIB$27 Choiceprimeribservedwith aujus,horseradishsourcream, mashedandvegetables.

SUNDAY (AllDay): NEWENGLAND

TURKEYDINNER$18

Roastedturkeybreastserved withstuffing,gravy,mashed potatoes,vegetablesand cranberrysauce.

PITTSFIELDPRECIOUSMETALS

A NTIQUES APPRAISED, since 1973. Furniture, ceramics, silver, weapons and some collectibles. 413-229-3445 V&T.

MASSIVE LUXURY ESTATE

ANTIQUES WANTED: berkshirepicker buying furniture, workbenches, folk art, advertising, weathervanes, garden items, stoneware crocks, toys, baskets, and more. Fair and friendly. Mike 413717-2561.

SALE hosted by Berkshire Legacy. Park Street, Williamstown, MA. Fri-Sunday, JAN. 24th, 25th, & 26th. 9am3pm. FOLLOW SIGNS. Progressive discounts. Art, decor & design, collectibles, silver, thousands of books, antiques, luxury items, ephemera, vintage, furniture, oddities, space collectables, jewelry, rugs, Asian and African, tech, clothing, kitchenware, and thousands and thousands of items. NO EARLY ENTRY OR PRESALE.

CONNECT – It’s what we do! In print and online. www.shoppersguide.com

FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. All types chair seating. 40 years experience. Free estimates. 845444-0015.

FURNITURE REPAIR and refinishing. Shaker, taping, and veneer repair. Pickup and delivery. 413-822-1407.

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TOWNOFEGREMONT

HighwayTruckDriver/ EquipmentOperator

TheTownofEgremontisseekingapplicantsforthe positionofHighwayTruckDriver/EquipmentOperator.Thisisafull-timeforty(40)hoursperweekposition.Seasonalovertimeisrequired.Themainpurpose ofthispositionistoassistinmaintainingalltown rights-of-way,equipmentandotherpublicpropertyby performingskilledandlabor-intensivetasksthatrequiretheoperationofalltypesofheavyconstruction equipment,includingmediumandlightdutytrucks, powertoolsandequipment,aswellashandtoolsand instruments.AHighSchoolDiplomaorGEDisrequiredwithapreferencefor2yearsofconstruction, heavyvehicledrivingorheavyequipmentoperation, plowingandroutinevehiclemaintenanceexperience. AvalidMassachusettsClassBCommercialDriver’s License(CDL)anda2A4GHoistingOperatorsLicense ispreferred.

Excellentbene itpackageincludingvacation,personal andsicktime,seasonalovertimepay.

Applicationsandajobdescriptioncanbeobtainedat theEgremontTownHall,SelectBoardof iceduring thehoursof7:00amto3:00pmorbycalling413-5280182oronlineat www.egremont-ma.gov.EEOE.

COOKS, DISHWASHERS and food service workers wanted. Lakeville, CT. Email: info@toryhilldining.com

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Pizza maker, waitstaff. Part time, full time. Apply in person at Manhattan Pizze, 490 South Main St., Gt Barrington.

HelpWantedfor2025Season!

BerkshireCountyExcavation &LandscapingCompany.

GeneralRequirements: Experiencerequiredforforemanposition.

• Someexperienceispreferredforlaborers,but willingtotrain.

• DOTMedicalCard(withinfirst3monthsofhire)

• Transportationorreliabletransportationtomeet inStockbridgeorLeeby6:30AMSpring/Summer and7:30AMFall/Winter.

Pay:

• W-2Job,HourlyPay,OvertimeEligible

OpenPositionsHiringforthe2025Season:

• Foreman

• GeneralLaborers(FT&PTAvailable)

• MachineOperator

Toapply:

• Call413-717-7159andaskforSpencer

TEAM PLAYER WANTED for local furniture mover; someone who takes pride in their work. Flexible hours. 413-822-0985.

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SUMMERDAYCAMPCOUNSELORS:

Seekingenthusiasticanddedicatedsummercampcounselors tojoinourteam!Candidatesmustbeatleast16yrs old,capableofworkingwithchildrenages5-14of differingskilllevels,andabletoleadamultitude ofactivitiessuchasarts&crafts,athletics,group games,andmore.MustbeavailableMon-Frifrom 8AM-5PM,June16ththroughAugust22nd(nocamp July4th).

LIFEGUARDS: Seekinglifeguardsforimmediate weekdayandweekendshifts,aswellasseasonal summerpositionsatourpoolandlocalwaterfront locations.Weekendavailabilitypreferred.Lifeguards superviseswimmers,rescueswimmerswhoare indanger,andprovide irstaid,rescuebreathing, orCPRasneeded.Responsibilitiesalsoinclude enforcingpoolrulesandmaintainingasafe,clean environment.Mustholdcurrentlifeguard,CPR/AED, andFirstAidcerti ications.Waterfrontcerti ication requiredforlakefrontlocations.BSRCCoffers lifeguardcerti icationcourseswithfullcoursecost reimbursementforemployees.Applicantsmustbe atleast15yearsold.Startingrate:$17.25/hr.

SUNSHINEPRESCHOOLASSISTANTTEACHER: Seekingcandidatestoprovideadevelopmentally appropriate,high-qualityearlychildhoodexperience forstudentsages2.9to5.Applicantsshouldwork wellinateamenvironmentandbeabletomeetthe individualneedsofchildren.EECTeachingCerti icate preferred.CandidatesmustbeavailableMon–Fri, 10AM–3PM,beatleast16yrsold,andhave completedorbecurrentlyenrolledinhighschoolor anequivalentprogram.

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FOR HIRE: Well established Help Wanted section connecting readers with employers for over half a century! The Shopper’s Guide, serving the tri-state area every week. (413)-528-0095. www.shoppersguideinc.com HELP WANTED: Carpenter and carpenter's helper needed. Minimum 5 years experience. Pay based on experience. Must have transportation and tools. Call Ron, RN Construction Co., 413-441-3320.

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PersonalLines AccountManagers

Wheeler&Taylor,theregionspremierindependent insuranceagency,seeksqualifiedcandidatestojoin ourrapidlygrowingagencyasPersonalLinesAccount Managers.Thesefulltime,clientfacingpositions requireenergeticanddetailedorientedindividuals.AccountManagersareprimarilyresponsiblefor managingclientaccounts,maintainingstrongrelationshipsandprovidingexcellentcustomerservice. TheAccountManagerwillalsoberesponsibleforreviewinginsurancepolicies,identifyingclientneeds, andrecommendingappropriatecoverageoptions. Wheeler&Tayloroffersanexcellentcompensation packagecommensuratewithexperiencealongwith opportunitiesforannualprofitsharingandbonus potential.Wealsoprovideasuperiorbenefitprogram forouremployees.Ifinterestedpleasecontact TomBlauveltat 413-528-1004 oremailat: tblavuelt@ wheelerandtaylor.com

MOUNTEVERETTSANITATION

MountEverettSanitation,alocalBerkshires company,iscelebrating50yearsinbusiness andislookingtoexpandtheiralready growingworkforcebyaddingHeavyEquipment Operators(min.$28/hr),CommercialTruck Drivers(min.$24/hr),Laborers.

AtMountEverettSanitation,youcanexpect: •CompetitivePay •AnnualBonuses •PaidVacation,SickandPersonalDays •70%ofHealthInsuranceCovered

LOCAL FAMILY OWNED

Propane company is looking for a full time versatile employee. We offer 401k plan and insurance, paid vacation and sick time. Along with bonuses. Job would include deliveries, hookups and tank maintenance. Applicant should have CDL license and be willing to acquire Hazmat & Tanker endorsements. Applicant should be young, strong, reliable, and drugfree. Drivers have random drug testing. Would train the right applicant. Great pay and benefits. The more credentials,the better the starting pay. Serious applicants only please! Call 413-446-2446.

TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED:

Williams Paving is seeking qualified class A CDL drivers for the 2025 paving season (April-Nov). Tractor Trailer/ Lowbed Position available as well as dump truck. Competitive pay and benefits package. Well maintained late model equipment. Please call 413-232-7003 or apply in person at 52 Great Barrington Rd, West Stockbridge, MA.

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Committedtoquality craftsmanshipandoutstanding customerserviceforover30years. StopbyOurShowroom&DesignCenter AwardWinningDesigners Kitchen&BathDisplays HundredsofSamplestoChooseFrom Cabinets,Countertops,Tile,Flooring Windows,Doors,Siding,Roofing 25PittsfieldRoad,Lenox,Ma.01240 (413) 442-3001

PLANNING AN ADDITION or renovating an existing building? I can help you sort out your ideas. Design and visualization services include space planning, scale drawings, perspective sketches and renderings. Free consultation. 413-652-4801.

WANT TO MAKE A Difference in our community? Volunteer with the Literacy Network of South Berkshire (LitNet). No prior experience necessary. To learn how you can help transform lives through literacy, call LitNet at (413)-243-0471. For

CUMMINS PORTABLE Generator- Onan P4500i - model # 0058U955. Great for camping or home use. Brand new/in box. $1300 new, asking $1100 obo. Stockbridge 413-717-0905.

PROFESSIONAL Wallpaper and painting. Over 25 years in the business. Good prices, great work. Vinyl, murals, grass cloth, prints. I hang it all. 413-854-7516.

Wayne Olivieri Carpentry.

NEW MARLBOROUGH: 2BR, 1 bath Southfield. Preference to long term renters, short term considered. Fully remodeled, hardwood floors throughout, Granite counters, new cabinets, stainless appliances. Large eat-in kitchen. 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 1 upstairs. Laundry in unit, off street private parking for 2 cars, possibly more. Garage space for storage, cars likely won't fit, bikes, motorcycles will. Beautiful outdoor space. Lawn care, trash pick up, snow removal taken care of by landlord, tenant pays electric, cable, Spectrum fiber. Great location, 16 min to Guidos, 10 min to Stop & Shop, Canaan on Google maps. Pets negotiable. Asking $2300/month. Please call/text 781-608-9556.

GB JUNK. 413-329-0092, Jeff Becker. greatbarrington junkremoval.com

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4/2furnishedanddecorated,fiberoptic available.$2500/monthplusutilities. 917-861-3855

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NEW MARLBOROUGH: Southfield. Preference to long term renters, short term considered. 3 bedroom 1 bath, fully remodeled. Hardwood floors throughout, Granite counters, new cabinets, stainless appliances. Large eat in kitchen. 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 2 upstairs. Laundry in unit, off street private parking for 2 cars, possibly more. Beautiful outdoor space. Lawn care, trash pick up, snow removal taken care of by landlord. Tenant pays electric and cable, Spectrum fiber. Great location, 16 min to Guidos, 10 min to Stop & Shop, Canaan according to Google maps. Pets negotiable. Asking $3200/month. Please call or text 781-608-9556.

APARTMENT FOR RENT. Spacious 2 Bedroom apartment for rent in Hillsdale Gardens $1450 per month. For more information call 518-822-1806 (Weekdays) or 518-424-7925 (Evenings & Weekends).

APARTMENT FOR RENT in Great Barrington, MA. One bedroom, one bath. $1200/ mo. 860-248-9644.

SHEFFIELD TWO BD, 1 shower, washer, dryer hookup, 1200 sq ft single floor, full kitchen. Tenant only pays for installed Spectrum internet and waste removal. $2200 per month. 413-229-3445 V&T.

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SHEFFIELD, FOR RENT: One bedroom apartment surrounded by spacious grounds, 3 exposures, beautiful views, lg deck, private entrance and parking. No pets, no smoking. $1100 plus utilities. First month's rent, security and references. Call 413-229-3457. Please leave message.

FLORIDA CONDO for rent

March 1-8 and March 8-15. Sunny Kissimmee. $750 per week, fully equipped, 2 beds, 2 baths, plus sofa bed. See Legacy Resorts Orlando.com for photos. Near Disneyland and Sea World. Call Rose 413-329-1219 to reserve.

LEE, MA 4BR RANCH for rent. Spacious 4 bedroom ranch available in Lee, MA. Prime location: just 5-10 minutes from Lenox & Tanglewood and 2 minutes to Laurel Lake. Perfect for short-term stays. Available monthly from January 20th through June 15th. Lloyd 310- 919-9127.

LARGE ONE BEDROOM apartment for rent in Monterey. $1450/month, heat included. Call 413-258-1495 for details.

$1,695,000

4,200sq.ft.,5bedrooms,4.5baths,2.95acres, communitypool,newconstruction. TextorCallMaureenWhiteKirkby413.446.5634

SHEFFIELD MA, 2 BR country apartment. Quiet location, 2nd floor, great views, heat included, parking, laundry hookups. No pets, no smoking: $1600. Email: kingsmont @yahoo.com

SEEKING APARTMENT/ room for single person with dog. Need by Feb 1st. Contact 413-854-4108.

STOCKBRIDGE Apartment: No pets. Parking, yard and patio. $1000 plus utilities. (860)-248-9644.

AVOID SCAMS! Deal locally, face-to-face. Don’t extend payment to anyone you haven’t met; and never wire funds; and never give out financial info. That “amazing” deal may not exist!

ForRent:4RailroadSt.,GB.1616sqfeetof spacewithdrybasementincluded.2year lease.Storebeingpaintedandfloorssanded. First,last,andsecurityrequired.Available January1,2025. Call413-329-7950fordetails. RAILROADSTREETSTOREFRONT