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BWS Students Support Local Food Pantry

On March 12th, these Becket Washington School second graders demonstrated kindness and community spirit by collecting and delivering boxes of food to the Becket Food Pantry at the Federated Church Parish House.

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.

Community Day 2025: The Hardy and the Brave

Hardy souls turned out for Community Day on March 8th. Thank you Canterbury Farm for hosting us, as well as to our local businesses for participating, and the Neon Newt for the lovely cookies. Photos courtesy of Art Alpert.