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Plant Lover's Paradise in Ancram
Real Estate

Plant Lover's Paradise in Ancram

There’s a thriving ecosystem on the inside.
By Francesca Olsen
Contemporary Cabin in Copake
Real Estate

Contemporary Cabin in Copake

In addition to the central deck out back, there are multiple other decks and patios to pop out to.
By Francesca Olsen
Wondrous Wallpaper in New Lebanon
Real Estate

Wondrous Wallpaper in New Lebanon

Original stained moldings, a rainbow of wallpaper patterns, antique chandeliers, pocket doors...I could go on.
By Francesca Olsen
Modern, Compact Cabin in Stockbridge
Real Estate

Modern, Compact Cabin in Stockbridge

A major addition and renovation was completed here in 2022, with a wall of glass windows that offer natural light and woods
By Francesca Olsen
Homelands PowWow in Pictures: Stockbridge-Munsee Celebrate on Native Land After 200 Years Away
Andre Strongbearheart Gaines, Jr. dancing.
Community

Homelands PowWow in Pictures: Stockbridge-Munsee Celebrate on Native Land After 200 Years Away

The Stockbridge-Munsee, a tribe of Mohican native to the region, staged the emotional event in New Lebanon last weekend.
By Jamie Larson
Art Omi Upstate Benefit Rocks Hudson's Caboose

Matteline deVries-Dilling, founder of Lite Brite Neon, one of the evening's honoree of this year's Upstate Benefit adresses the gala from the Caboose's caboose. 

- Karen Pearson. Courtesy Art Omi.
Parties

Art Omi Upstate Benefit Rocks Hudson's Caboose

Art Omi’s annual Upstate Benefit drew more than 250 guests to The Caboose in Hudson.
By Jamie Larson
Delicious Hidden Gem, River & Post in Staatsburg
Food

Delicious Hidden Gem, River & Post in Staatsburg

Looking for a new spot work the drive? River & Post is a treasure chest of edible delights.
By Susan Brearly
Yummy Kitchen Brings Beautiful Asian Eats to Hudson’s Cannonball Factory

Panang Curry. 

- Yummy Kitchen
Food

Yummy Kitchen Brings Beautiful Asian Eats to Hudson’s Cannonball Factory

The beloved Hudson-based food truck has now set up shop at the revitalized multi-use space.
By Melissa Esposito
2025 Fall Arts and Events Guide

The Berkshire Scenic Railway Fall Foliage Train is just one of the magical things to do across the region this fall. 

Community

2025 Fall Arts and Events Guide

The things to see and do this festive month across the RI region, from fall fests to haunted mansions.
By Jamie Larson
Artist Proposes Suicide Prevention Signs After Uptick in Deaths at Hudson River Bridge

A rendering of a proposed sign by Norm Magnusson.

- Norm Magnusson
Wellness

Artist Proposes Suicide Prevention Signs After Uptick in Deaths at Hudson River Bridge

Rhinebeck Norm Magnusson drafts more hopeful and poetic suicide-prevention signs for the Kingston–Rhinecliff Bridge.
By Brian K. Mahoney
Kenyan Farmer Finds Land and Home with Support from Two Regional Agriculture Programs

Aoma Muma, founder of Bombeta Farms

Food

Kenyan Farmer Finds Land and Home with Support from Two Regional Agriculture Programs

Aoma Muma brings Bombeta Farms and family to Grow Food Northampton fields.
By Natasha Tarpley
MASS MoCA Launches New Record Label With Malawi Roots Album

The Kasambwe Brothers perform at the Hunter Center

- Ryan Harper
Arts

MASS MoCA Launches New Record Label With Malawi Roots Album

The museum partners with California based Hen House Studios, focusing on live group recordings.
By Jamie Larson

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