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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
School Updates
Reiss On a beautiful fall morning, with the Becket-Washington School alive with the sounds and sights of children learning, I had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Michael Henault and Mr. Aaron Robb, the new Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent, respectively. They have both been in their new positions since July 1, 2025. Prior
Charcoal City: A Becket Name That Endures
Adele Levine explores “Charcoal City,” a historic Becket neighborhood defined by its 19th-century charcoal industry. Despite the industry’s decline and vanished kilns, the area’s name survives through local heritage and official state designation.