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 www.kellyfuneralhome.net
Voting Reminder for the State Primaries on September 3rd
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
Lara Tupper: One Singular Sensation
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
On Our Doorstep: Sister Judith Dalesandro
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 Seeking Transfer Station Operator
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
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—August 2024
FAMILY FUN DAYAugust 10th 10am-3pmBecket Federated ChurchVendors, kids activities, bake sale, raffle baskets, water slide, hamburgers and hot dogs for sale. An amazing D.J. and more. Raffle calendars $5 ea. to raise money for the Food Pantry. Contact Laurel Burgwardt at (413) 464-6169 for more information. Yoked Parish of Becket Holds Annual Chicken BBQThe Yoked
Becket Welcomes Summer People
Becket’s year-round population swells as hundreds of urban and suburban dwellers who own or rent vacation homes arrive in town. Despite what we may think, this is not a 21st century phenomenon. On June 11, 1878, the Hinsdale Cornet Band paraded merrily down Becket’s main street playing popular music
What’s to Eat Around Town?
There is both indoor and outdoor umbrellaed seating. See their Facebook page for all the details. Dream Away Lodge: If you hadn’t already heard, former chef Amy Loveless has
The Berkshire Mobile Farmers Market: Bridging the Gap Between Consumers and Local Farmers
breads, meats, dairy products and honey) at fair prices, then stop by the Becket Town Pavilion (next to Town Hall) from 3:30pm to 6:00pm on Fridays from June 28th through October 18th. The Berkshire Mobile
Climate Change and Our Berkshire Lakes and Ponds
chaired by Dave Johnson, and the newly formed Becket Lakes and Ponds Council, chaired by Purr McEwen, co-sponsored a forum to address how climate change is impacting our Berkshire lakes and ponds. This program was a sequel to an initial forum held last year to