The Board of Health works with the Health Department to inspect, monitor, and advise on public health concerns.
The board meets monthly or as needed.
For agenda and meeting details, see UPCOMING MEETING.
Using this form will send a message to the designated board contact.
Residents and business owners are encouraged to attend a public information session on Tuesday, October 20, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Milne Public Library.
The Town is offering two flu and COVID vaccine clinics this October, one at The Harper Center/Council on Aging on October 2, and one at Town Hall on October 20.
Kratom is widely sold in smoke shops, convenience stores, and gas stations. The state has taken an emergency action to address public health concerns associated with kratom products and their availability within Massachusetts.
Current conditions: Smoke from wildfires to the north and west is affecting air quality in the northern Berkshires. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is currently above 100 — Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.
Massachusetts has issued an UNHEALTHY HEAT ALERT for June 30 – July 5, 2026. A heat wave isn’t just uncomfortable — it can be deadly.
Current test (as of June 29th, 2026) show that water quality is back to normal and will be open going forward. OnWednesday, June 24, Margaret
