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Adams, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Adams! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Adams’ new tax break reshape Dream Green Recycling’s future?
  • Why is Adams’ Fire District planning a special election this winter?
  • Hoosac Valley edges Pittsfield on the links in Adams showdown.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 66 and low of 39 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 63, low: 51.
  • Monday: Windy with a shower in places, with a high of 63 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. (+) Dream Green Recycling's tax break gets the green light from Adams Town Meeting (berkshireeagle.com subscription) — Adams Town Meeting has approved a seven-year property tax break to help Dream Green Recycling expand its operations and consolidate into its new Adams facility, potentially adding 12 jobs by 2028. The deal temporarily cuts the company’s real estate taxes while requiring major building investments and job growth, with the town retaining power to revoke the benefits if benchmarks aren’t met.
   

2. Adams Fire District Anticipates Need For Special Election and Meeting (iberkshires.com) — Adams Fire District officials are preparing for a winter special election and district meeting to fill a Prudential Committee vacancy and possibly seek funds to repair Engine 2, which is being inspected for rust damage. The resignation of former chief John Pansecchi followed disagreements over solar inspection duties and meeting times, raising questions about how the district will manage oversight and public access going forward.
   

3. Mongeon Leads Hoosac Valley Golfers Past Pittsfield (iberkshires.com) — In high school golf action in Adams, Hoosac Valley’s Zach Mongeon shot a 38, including a birdie on the ninth, to lead his team past Pittsfield, 164–172. Strong rounds from teammates Ethan Moran, Chase George, and Jace Langenback sealed the home win as both programs look ahead to upcoming league matches next week.
   

4. Berkshire region real estate sales – October 2, 2026 (theberkshireedge.com) — Recent property transfers in Adams include a North Summer Street home sold for $185,000 and a Melrose Street ownership change recorded for $1, both on September 15. The broader roundup also lists dozens of sales across Berkshire County and nearby Connecticut and New York communities, offering a snapshot of current regional real estate activity and prices.
   

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  • O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Parts Specialist in North Adams. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Adams here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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