Author: DaveLab

Like many once-in-a-while, citified visitors, we bought into an association with its own lake. Consequently, we never knew Becket had a beach and picnic area for residents. But last year, we moved from weekenders to

so does the traffic. New speed-warning signs have been placed on some of the Town’s busiest routes that carry commuters, commercial vehicles and locals: Route 8 at the pedestrian crossing to and from the beach at Shaw Pond/Mountain Grove, two locations on Yokum Pond Road and on

Herbert “Sonny” Nelson, 93, of Beach Road in Becket, passed peacefully from this life Thursday, June 27, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. To see the full obituary or if you would like to leave a message of condolence or share pictures with the family, please visit http://www.kellyfuneralhome.net

Don’t miss your chance to vote. A key seat for Becket and Berkshire County residents is up for grabs in the Democratic primary election scheduled for Tuesday, September 3rd. The Third Berkshire District seat of the State House of Representatives is open for the first time in many years, since incumbent Smitty Pignatelli has opted

Maine, less than 300 miles from Becket, Massachusetts, she traveled halfway around the world over a period of several decades before arriving on our doorstep. During the process she evolved from a talented small-town girl into a well-known Berkshire author, teacher, and vocalist. The only

Sister Judith Dalesandro of nearby Chester is a great friend and supporter of our town. As a young athlete she was among our fiercest basketball rivals, but in adulthood she sees us as valuable allies. “Becket people have been very

Town of Becket Transfer Station OperatorThe Town of Becket is seeking a part-time Transfer Station Operator. Wage: $19.48 per hour. Weekly hours: Tuesday/ Saturday, 9am – 5pm. Some heavy lifting may be required. For a complete job description, go to townofbecket.org and click on Job/Volunteer Opportunities. Please send a letter of interest and resume to