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Bill Shein

Writer and journalist Bill Shein is the founder and editor of The Berkshire Argus. His work is focused on in-depth reporting and fully-told stories that explore local issues, people, and history.

EXCLUSIVE: MassDEP fines Housatonic Water Works $10,205 for withholding test results

EXCLUSIVE: MassDEP fines Housatonic Water Works $10,205 for withholding test results

A previously unreported penalty-assessment notice sent to the company in November called the facts “undisputed” and the company’s violations “willful.” The penalty was revealed in a response to a public-records request filed by The Argus.

A graphic of the Rest of River map overlayed with photos of Marybeth Mitts and Leigh Davis.

In race for state rep, Mitts and Davis navigate choppy waters of ‘Rest of River’ debate

As developments in a major Housatonic River remediation project accelerate, two candidates for state representative confront a challenging issue—and its sticky politics.

MassDEP cites Housatonic Water Works for withholding poor test results

MassDEP cites Housatonic Water Works for withholding poor test results

The company withheld results from July that showed manganese levels at more than double the regulatory limit and a health risk to infants.

AUDIO: In new book, Berkshires rock critic Seth Rogovoy explores the music of Beatles guitarist George Harrison

AUDIO: In new book, Berkshires rock critic Seth Rogovoy explores the music of Beatles guitarist George Harrison

"Within You, Without You: Listening to George Harrison" is a deep, passionate dive into the music of the so-called "Quiet Beatle."

Doing the Job: Paramedics, EMTs, and the Crisis in Rural EMS

Doing the Job: Paramedics, EMTs, and the Crisis in Rural EMS

Complex funding and staffing challenges have hampered rural EMS for years. Will elected officials finally step up to help those doing the job?

AUDIO: Amid Gaza protests and sharp rhetoric, a conversation about nonviolence

AUDIO: Amid Gaza protests and sharp rhetoric, a conversation about nonviolence

A discussion with journalist Eric Stoner about protest movements, nonviolent strategy and tactics, and the present moment.

A outdoor photo of Professor Steven Pedigo of the University of Texas at Austin.

AUDIO: How to address the Berkshires' economic development challenges

A part-time Berkshires resident also happens to be a leader in urban planning, regional economic development, and place-making.