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Instead of waiting up to a decade for state support of an entirely new school, the plan is to ask Lenox voters to approve a feasibility study costing up to

Facing an especially challenging budget season in an inflation-driven economy, town leaders are exploring how to soften the blow of tax bills for residents.

As the Rest of River Municipal Committee winds down its work, Lenox, Lee, Stockbridge, Great Barrington and Sheffield soon will get GE community impact payouts as part of the Housatonic

Succeeding interim Superintendent Jake Eberwein, William "Bill" Collins has just started work as the Lenox schools superintendent.

With town leaders urging protection for senior taxpayers on limited, fixed incomes, two education spending proposals include 3.7% to 5.5% increases over current funding.

Preliminary estimates indicate a budget hike of 6 percent, nearly $900,000 for the 2023-24 year. Select Board members voice concern over a spending squeeze on other town services.

“Once in a lifetime.” That’s how the man leading an effort to fix an historic venue in Pittsfield views his team’s mission. And now, it’s a mission with a hefty

With Planning Board updates completed, the bylaw is ready for prime time at Thursday night’s special town meeting. But with a two-thirds supermajority required, what are the chances for approval?

The School Committee has adopted a total school budget of $14.9 million for fiscal 2023, which is about $270,000 higher than the Select Boards targeted 3 percent spending increase.

The partnership between the Chamber of Commerce and Town Hall is crucial as the tourism destination focuses on outdoor recreation as well as culture, dining and shopping.