Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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A masterful rebuild

Eric Steuernagle of Fairground Real Estate offers a rare combination of historic-inspired design and modern comfort—a beautiful rebuild in the heart of Great Barrington.

Berkshire region real estate sales – February 20, 2026

Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County in Massachusetts, Litchfield County in Connecticut, and Columbia County in New York.

MassDevelopment awards $1.8 million through Biz-M-Power Grant Program to support 48 small businesses across the Commonwealth

“We are glad to see these grants supporting a variety of small businesses in every region of Massachusetts, from farms to restaurants to bakeries and beyond," said Economic Development Secretary Eric Paley, who serves as chair of MassDevelopment’s Board of Directors.

Robert Alvin White Jr., 78, of Lenox

In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to Beacon Center in Madison, Wis., where his niece Sara dedicated her time to supporting the unhoused; the Sara Marie White Memorial Epilepsy Scholarship; or the restoration of the Lenox Meeting house.

James Carl ‘Jim’ Daily, 77, of Stockbridge

A celebration of life for Jim will be held in the spring of 2026.

Cheryl Ann (Wallis) Lanoue, 67, of Great Barrington

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home. Visiting hours for immediate and extended family will be from 3 to 5 p.m., and for community friends from 5 to 7 p.m.

Ahead of Berkshire County visit, Gov. Healey continues opposition to proposed Berkshire gas rate

“I oppose this proposed increase and have directed my administration to push back in the strongest possible terms," said Gov. Healey.

Gov. Healey announces over $140 million to create more than 1,300 new homes statewide, including in Lenox and Pittsfield

“Too many downtown buildings across Massachusetts are sitting dark and empty when they could be part of the solution to our housing shortage,” Gov. Healey announced at a ceremony in downtown Pittsfield.

Richard P. ‘Rick’ Iemolini, 74, of Stockbridge

Funeral services for Richard P. Iemolini will be held on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at Saint Joseph’s Church in Stockbridge, with Fr. Matthew Guidi officiating. Family will receive friends on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home

Sandra L. Trudeau, 69, of Sheffield

Sandra worked for many years at the Monument Mountain Motel and the Weathervane Inn.

Morton E. Trudeau, 70, of Sheffield

Morton worked for many years as plant foreman for Country Log Homes, Phizers, and Gingras Lumber and was also a farmer. He enjoyed golfing and Nascar and had been to Daytona six times.

Kathleen S. Rosier, 92, of Ashley Falls

A celebration of life will be held in Kathleen's honor at the Bitterman Center in Canaan, Conn., on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m. All are welcome.

Healey-Driscoll administration seeking feedback on implementation of high school graduation requirements

The open survey allows students, parents, educators, and community members to inform how statewide graduation requirements can be implemented and designed.

Gary Paul Fretwell, 70, of Great Barrington

A celebration of Gary's life will be held at St. James Place in Great Barrington on March 14, 2026, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm.

Stockbridge Colonial with River Views

Cortney Dupont and Brandon White of Cohen + White Associates offer a house full of history and possibilities close to the center of Stockbridge, with views of the Housatonic River from a sprawling backyard.

Berkshire region real estate sales – February 13, 2026

Weekly real estate transactions for Berkshire County in Massachusetts, Litchfield County in Connecticut, and Columbia County in New York.
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