Democratic primary could indicate upset in November election
The results of the recent Democratic Party primary point to a tight general election contest in the 4th Berkshire Massachusetts State House District and trouble for 4th District incumbent William…
Resident Evil has its own category of bad
Resident Evil: Retribution is a special kind of bad movie. As The Beacon’s film critic, I see a lot of movies, some of which are not very good. That being…
Albano wins Governor’s Council primary
Michael J. Albano has prevailed in the Democratic primary for the 8th Governor’s Council District by running as a Kennedy Liberal, a position he hopes will carry him to victory in…
Lee approves liquor license for new restaurant
LEE – New restaurant Baja Charlie’s has received approval from the Lee Board of Selectmen for an all-alcohol liquor license, despite concerns raised by an abutter. Baja Charlie’s and its…
Neal wins 1st District primary
Congressman Richard Neal (D-Springfield) cruised to an easy victory against his two rivals in the Democratic Party primary for the new 1st Congressional District. As the primary winner, Rep. Neal will…
Patsy Harris wins
Patsy Harris has won a crushing victory in the race for the Berkshire Middle District Register of Deeds. “It feels awesome, really great,” Ms. Harris said in comments to The…
Pignatelli loses Lenox vote
LENOX – The reactions to Scott Pignatelli losing the Lenox vote in the Democratic Primary for the Berkshire Middle District Register of Deeds varied among different residents, but they all…
Lawless comes up with less
Lawless has a lot of good things going for it, including many elements I generally like, but I wasn’t really able to get into it. The film was adapted from…
Courtroom battle over Belvedere
LENOX – The Kennedy Park Belvedere controversy has become a case of dueling legal motions. The Belvedere was constructed in honor of the late Dr. Jordan Fieldman, a prominent physician…
Sen. Brown swings through Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD – United States Senator Scott Brown (R-Mass.) visited The Berkshires during his five-day tour of the state. Sen. Brown is running for re-election this year against Democratic Party challenger…