“The retreat brings people together, builds community in the forest, gets participants outside and off their screens, and uses nature sustainably to heal and inspire minds and souls,” stated Great Mountain Forest Executive Director Michael Zafros. Retreat registration closes on July 30.
BSO musicians, patrons, and Berkshire County businesses are pushing back against the Boston Symphony Orchestra's decision not to renew music director Andris Nelsons' contract, as two longtime patrons launch a grassroots "red flower" campaign demanding transparency and a public town hall.
A funeral service for Robert Gordon Hammer Sr. will be held on Saturday, July 18, at 11 a.m. at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home, with Reverend William P. Murphy officiating. Family will receive friends on Saturday, July 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
More than a year after closing its Great Barrington campus, Bard College at Simon's Rock is in a "much better viable financial model," but questions about the campus sale and former president Leon Botstein's ties to the college remain largely unanswered.
Stephen Schoenfeld of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty offers an exceptional estate with breathtaking panoramic views, on one of Egremont's most desirable country roads, private yet close to everything. Designer Sue Schwarz advises whether to upholster or buy new. A column on “Building Community.” A report on real estate sales in the first quarter of 2026. Plus, recent sales and gardening columns.
"These investments protect public safety, preserve our history, strengthen our nonprofit workforce, and improve quality of life throughout the 3rd Berkshire District," said Rep. Davis.
"When we expanded HDIP, we did it because we knew Gateway Cities had strong projects ready to move forward and needed a partner to help get them across the finish line," said Gov. Healey. "These awards will create 662 new homes, strengthen downtowns, and help make Massachusetts more affordable."
A Selectboard subcommittee met Wednesday in an unbroadcast session to begin reviewing town policies, including whether board members should be allowed to respond directly to residents during public comment.
MassDOT has offered to potential designs for the bridge crossing the Housatonic River, each paying homage to the current span's iconic color and structure in some way.
A service to honor Bob's remarkable life will be held on Monday, July 13, 2026, with visitation from 3 to 4 p.m., immediately followed by a memorial service at Finnerty & Stevens Funeral Home in Great Barrington.
Ten years after approving a special permit for a luxury hotel at the former Searles School, the Great Barrington Selectboard is weighing whether to hold a show cause hearing to determine if that permit has lapsed, with the developer's attorney arguing the hearing would be premature.
A graveside service for Donna Wilson will be held on Thursday, July 9, at 11 a.m. in Elmwood Cemetery in Great Barrington. Family will receive friends on Thursday, July 9, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Birches-Roy Funeral Home in Great Barrington.
