Presence of breast cancer in women in 40s is very real

To the editor:

The recent recommendations about changing the guidelines for screening mammography come as a surprise to me.

Self-exam may have saved Florence woman's life

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Hilltown Crop Walk fundraiser tops $12K

To the editor:

This year's Hilltown Crop Walk, which included the towns of Chester, Chesterfield, Cummington, Haydenville, Huntington, Southampton, Westhampton, Williamsburg and Worthington, was held at the Williamsburg Congregational Church Oct. 18.

Biomass plants no answer to area's energy problems

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Believes Bean Farm should remain as is - farmland

To the editor:

Northampton needs to buy the Bean Farm, and it needs to remain a farm. Digging, weeding and harvesting alongside your neighbor builds community and sustains the local economy. Local food is an economic force worthy of our attention.

Bicyclist gives kudos to local bike shop owner

To the editor:

I enjoyed your article on bike shop owner Jason Graves in Hampshire Life ("Jason Graves and his band of BMXers," Nov. 6). Jason does a great job with BMX bikes and even a better job caring about the kids who ride them. His shop often feels like a teen center. As a teacher I have been impressed with how he reaches out to kids and makes them feel welcome.

American Legion chief thanks community for its support

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