Massachusetts election

Amid constant headlines covering inflation, energy costs and the cost of living these days, parts of the Northeast are often in the spotlight, with parts of New York and most of Massachusetts front-and-center.

Governor's Council District 8 representative Tara Jacobs has represented much of Western Massachusetts on the body that advises the governor on issues including pardons and judicial appointments since 2022.

Massachusetts State Representative John Barrett III, whose career in Berkshire politics stretches back half a century, faced a vigorous campaign from North Adams City Council Vice President Andrew Fitch in his first bid for state office.

Massachusetts voters approved three of five ballot questions in Tuesday’s election.

Democrat Leigh Davis of Great Barrington, Massachusetts will be the next State Representative for the 3rd Berkshire State House district.

Berkshire County voters will decide on the makeup of the region’s legislative delegation in two contested races on Tuesday.

Low turnout is expected

Two experienced politicians bested first time candidates in races for mayor in two western Massachusetts cities Tuesday. But in one case, it was a…

Early voting is coming to Massachusetts for the first time, despite Governor Charlie Baker’s veto of $1.2 million to pay for the new program. Local…

A long-time state lawmaker from western Massachusetts known as the “Conscience of the House” is retiring from public service, and hoping to turn his seat…