Election
PCTV and iBerkshires to Host Pittsfield Debates
The debates will begin on Monday, Oct. 30 at Berkshire Community College in the K-111 auditorium beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Letter: Fitch the Right Candidate for City Council
Andrew Fitch would be an excellent addition to the North Adams City Council and I am writing to show support for his election to the Council.
Candidate Statement: Krol Strongly Supports Ending MCAS as Graduation Requirement
Mayoral candidate John Krol has unequivocally called for ending the practice of using the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) as a mandatory requirement for graduation.
Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Talk Safety, Policing at NAACP Debate
With about two weeks left until the general election, the candidates debated the management of schools, economic development, finances, and more to a packed crowd at Conte Community School.
North Adams Sets Candidate Forum
Candidates in this year's local election have been invited to an open forum this Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion.
Campaign Statement: Krol Outlines Steps for Strong Financial Oversight
Mayoral candidate John Krol has released a plan on how his administration will root out waste, provide effective financial oversight, find savings for residents and small business owners, all while growing the economy.
Marchetti, Krol Move on to November Election in Pittsfield
Tuesday's preliminary election has narrowed the mayoral field to Peter Marchetti and John Krol.
Pittsfield Having Quiet Preliminary Election Day
About halfway through polling, mayoral candidates Peter Marchetti, Karen Kalinowsky and John Krol were feeling hopeful while holding signs in front of Providence Court, the polling location for Ward 3A.
Pittsfield Holds Preliminary Election Tuesday
Each of the three contested positions will be narrowed down to two candidates in preparation for the general election on Nov. 7.
Letter: Alex Blumin for City Council
I am excited to endorse Mr. Alex Blumin for Ward 2 City Council. When we elect Mr. Blumin, we continue Ward 2's tradition of self-governance.
Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Debate Policing, Mental Health, Infrastructure
The debate, which was carried live on PCTV, followed debates for Ward 2 and Ward 7. Those ward elections, along with the mayoral, each have three candidates who will be narrowed down to two in the Sept. 19 preliminary election.
Pittsfield Ward Candidates Talk Police, Blight, Charter Objections
The Ward 2 debate featured Brittany Bandani and Alexander Blumin and the Ward 7 debate incumbent Anthony Maffuccio and challenger Rhonda Serre.
Macksey Kicks Off Campaign for Second Term as North Adams Mayor
But Macksey, the first woman to lead North Adams, isn't conceding anything to chance and on Thursday she touted the highlights of her administration and promised, well, more of the same.
Pittsfield's Preliminary Ballot Positions Drawn for Mayor, Two Wards
Karen Kalinowsky pulled the first position on the mayoral ballot for Sept. 19's preliminary election, followed by Peter Marchetti in the two spot and John Krol in third.
No Preliminary Election in North Adams
There will be no preliminary election in North Adams this year. But there will definitely be some changes on the City Council with only six incumbents running for re-election in November.
Pittsfield Will Hold Preliminary Election on Sept. 19
The city is expected to hold a preliminary election on Sept. 19 to trim the candidate fields for mayor, Ward 2 and Ward 7, barring any last-minute withdrawals.
Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Discuss Housing, Taxes in Debate
Three mayoral candidates delved into housing, taxes, and city economics during a debate hosted by streaming show "It's Pittsfield Tonight" last week.
Pittsfield Election Heats Up With New Faces, Certified Candidates
The city is seeing increased interest in this year's election and with just a few weeks until signatures are due, many candidates have been certified.
Lanesborough Returns Incumbents to Office
Michael Murphy was elected to a second term on the Select Board with 172 votes; Barbara Davis-Hassan polled 142 votes and Deborah Maynard 131.
North Adams Has 13 Candidates So Far for Council
A couple more candidates have taken out papers for the November city election but so far there are not enough names to consider a preliminary election.
Councilor Kalinowsky Joins Pittsfield Mayoral Race
Pittsfield has a fourth mayoral candidate and it's another member of the City Council.
Pittsfield Mayoral Candidates Discuss Issues in Planet Valenti Debate
Krol, a former City Council vice president, and Marchetti, current City Council president, kept the conversation focused on the issues. Both "cheerleaders" of Pittsfield, their campaign styles were described as a difference of personality.
Election Checkup: Pittsfield Sees Increased Interest in School Committee
More candidates have had their signatures certified and there is now a full slate of interest in the School Committee.
Pittsfield Sees Certified Candidates, Ward Races
The 2023 municipal election is heating up with multiple certified candidates and a returning face in Ward 2.
More Candidates Appear for North Adams Election
A few more names have been entered as potential candidates in the November election.
Williamstown Town Election Tuesday
Voters Tuesday will choose two people for three-year terms on the Select Board at the annual town election.
West Stockbridge Town Election Set May 8
There is one race on the ballot for a seat on the Select Board this year.
Williamstown Select Board Candidates Meet for Pre-Election Forum
But their answers at the Tuesday event did reflect some differences on the starting points that each will bring to deliberations that may come before the board in the next three years.
North Adams Gets More City Council Candidates
There is some potential for new faces on the City Council and School Committee this year, though it's too early in the election season to make any predictions.
Williamstown Select Board Candidates Speak on Town Issues
Three candidates will vie for two seats on the Select Board in the May 9 town election.