November 1, 2026

Cassillis Farm Housing Grant & Great Barrington’s Halloween Windows

Affordable housing plans advance in New Marlborough, students carry on a Great Barrington Halloween tradition, and a local history feature revisits the Whiting House.

Real estate & housing

New Marlborough has received a $245,000 state grant for the Cassillis Farm housing project. State and local leaders marked the award at the Gilded Age mansion, where Construct Inc. plans to create 11 affordable apartments.

For readers following the broader regional market, the October 30 real estate sales roundup lists weekly transactions across Berkshire County, Massachusetts; Litchfield County, Connecticut; and Columbia County, New York.

‘A moment of sunrise’ for Cassillis Farm housing project as New Marlborough lands $245,000 state grant · The Berkshire Edge
Berkshire region real estate sales – October 30, 2026 · The Berkshire Edge

Local events

Great Barrington’s Halloween window-painting tradition continued with more than 80 students from area schools spending five hours creating their spooky submissions. The contest put young artists’ work at the heart of a familiar local celebration.

The latest Bits & Bytes roundup also includes announcements from PS21, Race Brook Lodge, and Berkshire Community College.

Great Barrington’s Halloween tradition continues: Students take part in window-painting contest · The Berkshire Edge
BITS & BYTES October 30, 2026: What’s happening in the Berkshires and beyond! · The Berkshire Edge

Notable local news

A local history feature revisits Great Barrington’s Whiting House, recognized early as a historic building because of Dr. Whiting’s community contributions. As larger buildings reshaped Main Street, the house was preserved rather than demolished and moved in 1839 to the corner of Bridge and School streets.

THEN & NOW: The Whiting House in Great Barrington · The Berkshire Edge

Relocation tip from the team

Before moving to or from the Berkshires, make a checklist around your everyday routines: work, errands, healthcare, and time with family and friends. Share it with your real estate team, and use neighborhood visits to explore how a potential home fits the way you want to live.

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