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The Adams County Public Library is proud to partner with IPM Food Pantry to offer FoodLink boxes. Those concerned about having enough food are encouraged to ask a staff member at the front desk. Visitors can also browse the library’s great selection of cookbooks for inspiration.

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Here are the newest members of the North Adams High School Athletic Hall of Fame. From left, Madee Shipley, Rob Meade, Charlee Louden, Kenny Wilmoth and Rita Lucas. (Photo by Tim Daulton)

North Adams inducts 2026 Hall of Fame Class

February 6, 2026

North Adams senior Emmy Holt has been awarded the prestigious Evans Scholarship, one of 21 caddies in Ohio to receive the award. (Photo provided)

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