Wander to Host Sober Sweaty Dance Parties in January

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Wander, a sober-friendly community space, is kicking off 2024 with its Sober Sweaty Dance Party series. 
 
The event features two nights of music and dance, designed to celebrate Sober January in an inclusive atmosphere.
 
The series includes performances by two experienced DJs:
  • Saturday, Jan. 4 (8 to 11 p.m.): DJ Bengey, a Brooklyn-born DJ with more than 20 years of experience, will bring his signature genre-defying mixes to energize the crowd.
  • Saturday, Jan 11 (8 to 11 p.m.): DJ BFG (Gabby Squailia) will deliver eclectic, upbeat sets that celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
Both events will be held at WANDER, located at 34 Depot St., Suite 101. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at wanderberkshires.com.
 
The parties aim to create a vibrant, substance-free environment where participants can connect and express themselves through dance.
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Lanesborough Passes FY 2027 Budget, Warrant Articles

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff
LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — Town meeting on Tuesday approved an almost $14 million fiscal 2027 budget, and approved bylaws for short-term rentals and signage, and for public safety vehicles. 
 
Of the 20 warrant articles, one, Article 7, to use free cash to pay prior fiscal year bills of $941.27 was indefinitely postponed by Moderator David Rolle because the bills were for the fire association.
 
Some 247 of the town's more than 2,600 registered voters filled Lanesborough Elementary School, debating articles during a meeting that lasted more than three hours. 
 
The town's 2027 spending plan is up more than 10 percent, with the main increases from higher enrollment in the regional schools and the McCann Technical School renovation project.
 
Voters approved the assessment of $7,586,284 for Mount Greylock Regional School. They also approved Article 11, which was the use of $16,298.48 in free cash for the McCann's roof and window replacement project so as not to impact the budget. 
 
Ambulance Director Jen Weber is planning 24-hour coverage, which means more staff and a hike in her budget. Article 5 asked the town to appropriate $234,100 to operate the Ambulance Enterprise Fund for salaries and expenses, which passed.
 
Fire Chief Jeff DeChaine spoke to the audience on his articles and the need for a new truck to replace the 1996 fire truck, listed on the warrant articles for a total $813,366, which includes a $100,000 contingency cost on whether a 2026 model-year chassis can be secured before new emissions standards in 2027. If they get the 2026 chassis, that contingency likely won't be needed.
 
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