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The Rural We: Kris and Joshua Kanter

New York transplants Kris and Josh Canter moved to the Berkshires on a whim 10 years ago, and the impulse decision has worked out wonderfully. Owners of JK Custom Furniture & Design, the two put emphasis on fine craftsmanship, which usually keeps them at their shop most of the time.

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The Rural We: Stephanie Iverson

Jeweler Stephanie Iverson wasn't a long-time visitor of the Berkshires before she moved here;  she simply was looking for a good place to raise her family and instantly felt at home. After leaving her job as a bookbinder, her new calling came about when friends and neighbors took

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The Rural We: Bill Wright

You might recognize photographer Bill Wright from his work at Blue Q or from his ongoing series photographing veterans. Or maybe you've seen him out supporting the Berkshire Museum, IS183 or numerous other arts-related community organizations. He's also a father of three who made a conscious

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The Rural We: Judith McElhone

Torrington native Judith McElhone is Executive Director of Five Points Gallery, a small contemporary art gallery that has helped with the revitalization of downtown. The lifelong artist  was originally brought on as just a consultant when some Torrington residents wanted to do something about all the vacant storefronts downtown. Fueled

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The Rural We: Dana Cowin

Although she’s New York City born and bred, Dana Cowin, the longtime editor-in-chief of Food & Wine magazine, has found a happy second home in Amenia, NY. Catch her this coming Saturday (4-6 p.m.) and Sunday (4-5 p.m.) at one of her favorite local shops, Hunter Bee

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The Rural We: Avery Danziger

Photographer and filmmaker Avery Danziger was born in Chapel Hill, NC and spent many years living and teaching in both Los Angeles and Mexico. Three years ago, he moved to Sharon, CT and embarked upon what became known as the "Harlem Valley/Wingdale Project." After gaining permission to

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The Rural We: Christina Barrett

Christina Barrett is the Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment at Berkshire Community College, but her involvement with local nonprofit organizations is practically another full-time job. On top of all her charitable work, she also manages to find some time for herself, hitting rural roads in the Berkshires as a

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The Rural We: Matthew White

Photo by Andrea Labshere Hillsdale General Store owner Matthew White dubs his hamlet “world class but low key" because of its convenient location to East Coast cities and the unique community of people who live here. Originally a weekender, White is a serious “preservationist" who saw potential in

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The Rural We: James Burden

James Burden at left, with business partner Jazu Stine Born and raised in Massachusetts, James Burden returned to the area as an adult and embarked upon a career in the food industry. After many years of working in everything from culinary arts to hospitality, he opened Red Apple Butchers in

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The Rural We: Howard Rosenfeld

When Howard Rosenfeld first came to our region, his mind was set on relaxing. But soon, despite no retail experience, he saw a lot of business potential in the walkable village of New Preston. Using vintage materials and methods, he rebuilt the village blacksmith's shop and opened The

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The Rural We: Janet Elsbach

Janet with her husband, Bart Elsbach The Great Barrington Fairgrounds have always held a special place in Janet Elsbach's heart, so watching it slide into ruin was a sad experience. The Sheffield-based writer and her husband, Bart, always thought the space had so much potential, so they watched

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The Rural We: Andrea Pyros

Writer Andrea Pyros grew up a NYC girl, but fell in love with Rhinebeck during her college days at Vassar and finally moved here in 2004. Since then, she’s worked as a freelance writer for a variety of publications (including Rural Intelligence). Now, with inspiration from professors, friends and

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