Berkshire Hills schools land top bond rating, pick new reading curriculum. S&P Global awarded the district an SP1+ rating, its highest possible, clearing the way for up to $16 million in lower-cost borrowing for the high school building project.

Great Barrington Finance Committee reorganizes, elects Madonna Meagher chair. The committee voted 4-0 by roll call Tuesday to install Meagher as chair, Jeffrey Rothenberg as vice chair and Reo Matsuzaki as clerk, with Michelle Loubert continuing as a member.

Great Barrington Board of Health keeps leadership, deputizes regional health inspectors. Chair Michael Lanoue, Vice Chair Peter Stanton and Dr.

Great Barrington Planning Board reorganizes, elects new clerk amid tree protection dispute. Chair Brandee Nelson was unanimously re-elected, with Pedro Rafael Pachano continuing as vice chair and newly seated member Jacqueline Kain elected clerk, replacing Jonathan Hankin.

Great Barrington Select Board grants a contested Oak Street driveway permit and reorganizes leadership.