Becket has received multiple proposals for solar farms with Battery Energy Storage Systems—with the potential to transform over 100 acres of forested land. Residents are encouraged to attend an informational session for updates.
Becket Cultural Council Announces 2026 Grant Awards
The Becket Cultural Council awarded over $10,000 in grants to support local arts, humanities, and science events. Sixteen grants were allocated, benefiting various programs based on community feedback, emphasizing music, educational activities, and children’s programs.
Letter from the Editors
The Becket Beat team returns to report on 2026, while honoring the legacies of Tom Lynch and Bill Robinson, whom we lost late last year. Tom was a talented writer and military veteran. Bill led a life dedicated to service and faith in Becket.
Declining Enrollment Raises Serious Questions for BWS
The Becket Washington School faces declining enrollment, projected to fall to 68 students. Community advocacy emphasizes the need for increased visibility and funding. Optimism persists among residents, some of whom considered transforming the school into a magnet institution to attract families during a January 14 gathering at BWS.
Gallery: Children’s Christmas Party 2025
Festive Fotos For Fresh-Faced Fledgling Folk Fancying Family Fun
The Vagabond Roadhouse and Hilltown Traditions
The Vagabond Roadhouse just north of town was a cornerstone of Hilltown culture until the late 80s—but what of the mysterious history of the very land upon which it had been built?
Becket Washington Community Partnership (BWCP) News—February 2026
The Yoked Parish of Becket is hosting a Valentine’s Day Cookie Fundraiser on February 14 to support the Community Emergency Outreach Program. In February, the Becket Arts Center offers various creative workshops, yoga, and community events. The Athenaeum honors Black History Month and announces its new strategic plan while providing tech support sessions.
850-Acre Palmer Brook Property To Be Sold to Mass Audubon
By Marcia Parnell The Strassler family of Great Barrington and Alford, long-time owners of the Palmer Brook property here in Becket, have signed an option-to-purchase agreement with Mass Audubon for $5 million for the 850-acre tract, including a 125-acre lake. The undeveloped, pristine property lies between Plumb and Tyne Roads and has operated as the […]
Letter from the Editors
As we wrap up the year, we want to express our gratitude to our community of readers for supporting us in so many ways, from cheering us on, suggesting story ideas, and contributing articles, to donating to help sustain this all-volunteer effort. We also want to remind you that the Becket Beatwill not publish a […]