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Army Safely Detonates Vintage WWI Shell in Berkshire Village

Warfield, England – The Army recently conducted a controlled explosion of a WWI shell in the town of Warfield in Berkshire. The WWI-era shell was discovered by a local resident and safely detonated by bomb disposal experts to ensure the safety of the community. The controlled explosion was carried out after residents were evacuated from the area as a precautionary measure. The discovery of the WWI shell highlights the ongoing challenges faced by communities in …

Berkshire Demonstrators Gather to Remember and Oppose Jan. 6 Capitol Attack

PITTSFIELD, Mass. – More than 60 people gathered in Pittsfield’s Park Square on Saturday to remember the events of January 6th, 2021. The crowd came together on the third anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol, a day that continues to resonate locally. Michael Wise, chairman of Berkshire Democratic Brigades, addressed the crowd by reading a speech by President Joe Biden. The speech questioned whether democracy is still America’s sacred cause and emphasized the …