Election
Paul Mark Set to Move to State Senate
A six-term representative of the 2nd Berkshire District, the Democrat was leading his Republican opponent Brendan Phair of Pittsfield by nearly 60 percent with more than a third of precincts reporting on Tuesday night.
High Turnout in Berkshires Helps Elect New Slate of Officials
More locally, Democrats Paul Mark was elected to the state Senate and state Rep. William "Smitty" Pignatelli to another term in the State House in the new 3rd District. North Adams' own Tara Jacobs was on track to be the first Berkshire resident elected to the Governor's Council.
Lt. Gov. Candidate Driscoll Makes Campaign Swing Through Berkshires
Lieutenant governor candidate Kim Driscoll was talking about addressing housing issues and public infrastructure as she made a last swing through far Western Mass on Friday.
Conservative Candidates Promote Campaigns in Park Square
With less than a week until election day, Republican congressional candidate Dean Martilli stood out in Park Square with supporters on Wednesday.
Letter: Support Tara Jacobs for Governor's Council
The choice here is clear. Tara has ability, intentions, and integrity to work with both government and community stakeholders to help make Western Massachusetts a better, safer, and more just place to live, work, and visit.
Package Store Owners Supporting Question 3 on the November Ballot
Berkshire Wine & Liquor and George's liquor store owner Jigar "Jay" Sinroza has been working to educate the community and other liquor store owners about the importance of passing Question 3 on the November ballot.
State Senate Candidates Clash on Abortion, Fair Share, Police Reform in Debate
Mark pointed out that he and his opponent have a sharp contrast on the issues but commended Phair for keeping personal matters out of his campaign.
Three Candidates Vying for Two Seats on the Mount Greylock School Committee
Voters in the Mount Greylock Regional School District will be selecting their representatives for the next term at the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
Healey, Diehl to Face Off for Governor in November
Both candidates had been the expected victors on Tuesday night: Healey was the only Democrat left in the primary after Sonia Chang-Diaz dropped out last month and Republican Diehl handily beat businessman Chris Doughty.
Shugrue Cruises to Victory in District Attorney Primary
But an unhappy electorate voted against giving her another term on Tuesday, boosting defense attorney Timothy Shugrue as the county's top prosecutor.
Bowler Wins Third Term as Berkshire County Sheriff
Bowler walked into the crowded room hugging his family, friends, co-workers, and proud supporters as they shouted "six more years."
Pittsfield Having a Quiet, Rainy Election Day
City Clerk Michele Benjamin reported that as of noon, there was only a 12 percent voter turnout. She hopes to see more votes cast later in the day and that the gloomy weather conditions don't deter too many people.
Polling Stations in Berkshire County
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Letter: Vote For Kingsbury-Evans
We need younger bloodlines in our elected officials and offices. She has good ideas and will a good representative in the Massachusetts First House District.
Letter: Harrington Deserves Another Term
Andrea walks the walk on showing up to make change.
Barbalunga Campaign Says Election Post Was in Error
But the post had prompted City Clerk Michele Benjamin to issue a release rebutting "irresponsible false claims about the integrity of the voting process" on Thursday.
District Attorney Candidates Meet in Final Debate
District Attorney candidates Timothy Shugrue and Andrea Harrington met for a debate at the Mount in Lenox on Tuesday.
Palfrey Drops Out of AG Primary
In his statement, he endorsed opponent Andrea Campbell, saying her "devotion to public service is admirable. She will continue the legacy of Maura Healey and be a fighter for justice for all."
Shannon Liss-Riordan Touts Experience in Attorney General Campaign
As a labor attorney, she has spent the last 23 years fighting for working people and winning huge cases, she said. The candidate has taken on companies such as FedEx, Amazon, Uber, and IBM and has been victorious against them in court.
NAACP Cancels Sheriff, DA Debate
On Tuesday, the district attorney candidates will meet again at a debate sponsored by the Brigades at The Mount in Lenox at 1 p.m.
Barbalunga Seeks Fiscal Stewardship, Equity in Sheriff's Office
Alf Barbalunga wants to make the Berkshire County sheriff's office is fiscally responsible and equitable.
Q&A: Bowler Thinks Experience Sets Him Apart in Sheriff Race
Bowler has served in the position since 2010 and has 37 years of law enforcement experience. Before becoming sheriff, he had spent 24 years working in the Pittsfield Police Department.
State House Candidates Field Questions at Williamstown Forum
The most obvious difference between the two candidates for the 1st Berkshire seat in the Massachusetts House of Representatives was the first issue the pair addressed in a Thursday evening forum.
Barbalunga, Harrington Talk Racial Justice at South County Forum
District Attorney candidate Andrea Harrington and Sheriff candidate Alf Barbalunga discussed racial justice at a forum held by the Berkshire Resources for Integration of Diverse Groups through Education, known as BRIDGE.
State Rep, DA Candidates Meet in Final Forums
There are two more forum/debates planned before the Democratic primary on Sept. 6.
Letter: Vote for Shugrue and Bowler
I believe attorney Shugrue and Sheriff Bowler have earned your vote, and Berkshire County will be well served when they are elected.
Letter: Re-Elect Andrea Harrington
Unlike previous district attorneys, Andrea Harrington has brought an unwavering sense of kindness and compassion to her office, which has enhanced the way the Berkshire court system operates.
Q&A: Mark Hopes to Move from House to Senate
As he campaigns for a seat in the state Senate, Mark works his life experience, which includes time as a lineman for the phone company, into a variety of contexts.
Q&A: Templeton Makes Run for Senate to 'Step Up and Make a Change'
As the former owner of a business on Williamstown's Spring Street, the co-author of landmark resolutions passed at its town meeting and a frequent participant from the floor of committee meetings, Huff Templeton is well known in his hometown.
DA Candidates Tout Experience, Results at Primary Debate
Incumbent Andrea Harrington touted the systemic changes she's made in the office during her 3 1/2 years in office while challenger Timothy Shugrue stressed his decades of experience on both sides in the courtroom during the sometimes heated debate.
