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Beneath the Mountain: The Tragedy and Folklore of the Hoosac Tunnel

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Beneath the Hoosac Mountain, between North Adams and Florida, Massachusetts, runs a railroad tunnel whose history is marked by engineering breakthroughs, deadly accidents and generations of ghost stories. Stretching approximately 4.75 miles through the mountain, the Hoosac Tunnel was one of the most ambitious American...

North Adams, MA · 1d
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This Spooky New Hampshire Lake Has A Haunted Reputation Among Locals

In 1753, a surveyor and his two helpers camped by a pond and heard strange sounds until nearly morning. His diary already used the word haunted for the place, so that night probably didn’t help anybody relax. I love that the eerie label showed up before any town was...

Francestown, NH · 3d
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In time for the Tinseliner! Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum to expedite restoration of 1950s heritage train engine after fire damages New Haven 41

Adams — On Saturday, October 24, a fire broke out at the Adams train station, damaging Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum’s New Haven 41 diesel engine. Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum Executive Director Melanie Seiden told The Berkshire Edge in a phone call that the fire occurred after museum operations ended for the day. No one was injured.

Adams, MA · 1d
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Permission to pursue a passion

NORTH HAMPTON, Mass. — While growing up on her family’s western Massachusetts dairy farm, Emily Everett dreamed of writing for Hoard’s Dairyman one day. Instead, Everett has built a career that includes writing novels about her life experiences. Her debut novel, “All That Life Can Afford,” was Reese Witherspoon’s Book Club pick for April 2025.

Williamsburg, MA · 14h
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‘The Simpsons’ writer and presidential candidate to visit Springfield during nationwide tour

A longtime writer and producer of the animated television series "The Simpsons" is bringing his presidential campaign to Springfield as part of a nationwide tour visiting 17 communities that share the same name.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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BITS & BYTES November 6, 2026: What’s happening in the Berkshires and beyond!

Mill Town Foundation presents Wandering Dance Festival. Pittsfield— From November 7th through the 14th, Mill Town Foundation presents the fourth annual Wandering Dance Festival, bringing together local and regional dance artists for free workshops, community events, interactive experiences, and a showcase highlighting a diverse range of dance styles and traditions at The Colonial Theatre.

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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Rising from the ashes: artist Aaron Meshon

GREAT BARRINGTON – For many people, challenges are a sign that it is time to change your life’s path, whether it’s a business failure, an illness, or some other catastrophe. Fortunately, artist Aaron Meshon is not such a person. Devastating fire. When his Brooklyn apartment burned down...

Great Barrington, MA · 22h

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PREVIEW: Broadway star Christine Andreas brings her cabaret artistry to Tanglewood, Nov. 13

Lenox — Broadway veteran and two-time Tony Award nominee Christine Andreas will appear at Tanglewood’s Linde Center for Music and Learning on Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. Known for her roles in “My Fair Lady,” “Oklahoma!,” and “On Your Toes,” Andreas has also established a career in cabaret, with programs devoted to French singer Édith Piaf and the American songbook.

Lenox, MA · 2d

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Springfield's Latino Book Fair Returns Bigger Than Ever at Hope Center Nov. 14

What started in 2024 as an event that ran from Friday afternoon through Saturday, with a Sunday authors' workshop, has grown into a cultural gathering in Springfield, and this year it's moving into a brand-new downtown home. The third Springfield Latino Book Fair is set for Saturday, November 14, at the Hope Center for the Arts at 150 Bridge Street, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and the free, one-day festival running until 5 p.m.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Cause of death confirmed for actress Susan Saint James, longtime CT fixture

Noting her deep ties in Litchfield, "I'm such a citizen," Saint James said in a 2010 interview with Connecticut Magazine.

Connecticut · 1d

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The Stockbridge Mohican Militia Company in the American Revolution

Emerging Revolutionary War welcomes back guest historian Larry Howard. From 1775 to 1777, Mohican Indians from Stockbridge, Massachusetts, formed a Patriot militia company that served in the American revolution, including the siege of Boston, the capture and siege of Fort Ticonderoga, the Battle of Saratoga, and the Battle of Monmouth. In the summer of 1789, while patrolling in the Kingsbridge, New York, area in what is now the Bronx, the Stockbridge company was attacked by British Lt. Col. John Simcoe’s Loyalist Queen’s Rangers in a battle alternately known as the Battle of Kingsbridge, the Battle of Cortland Ridge, or the Battle of Van Cortlandt’s Woods. It is also known as the Stockbridge Massacre, because the Queens’ Rangers killed an estimated forty Stockbridge Indians. The Rangers had one soldier killed and three wounded. This ended the Stockbridge Indian militia company’s service.

Stockbridge, MA · 2d

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The Lehrer Report: Nov. 5, 2026

Reminder: Wednesday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. Town offices, libraries, schools and banks will be closed. Take time to remember what veterans have done for us and thank them. Nancy Ratner of Amherst sent an email about the “Pastel and Acrylics Show” at Leverett Arts and Crafts that will be held each weekend from Nov. 8-29. The opening reception is Nov. 15 from 3-5 p.m. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Nancy’s work will be on display and worth seeing.

Amherst, MA · 2d

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Kids Could Spend Hours Exploring This Whimsical Museum In Massachusetts

Even the bathroom is themed at this museum. When a restroom gets the full storybook treatment, you know nobody held back on the fun. The whole place honors one of the most beloved children’s authors ever, right in the city where he grew up. Life-sized characters wait around corners.

Springfield, MA · 3d

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Wilbraham United Players Present “A Christmas Carol”

11/20, 11/21, 11/27, 11/28, 12/4 & 12/5 at 7:30pm; 11/22 & 12/6 at 2:30pm. Fellowship Hall at Wilbraham United Church at 500 Main St in Wilbraham, MA. A Little Christmas Magic Comes to the Stage in Wilbraham! Get ready to leave “Bah, humbug!” behind! The Wilbraham United Players are bringing Charles Dickens’ beloved A Christmas Carol to the stage in a fast-paced, hilarious, and imaginative adaptation by Olivier Award-winning playwright Patrick Barlow.

Wilbraham, MA · 2d

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The eerie atmosphere of liminal spaces, captured by DPReview readers

Viewing liminal spaces often evokes strong emotions. The community captured some of their local places in our latest mini-challenge.

Pittsfield, MA · 4d

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Opinion: My ancestor died in the Revolutionary War 250 years ago today. His quiet sacrifice still resonates.

Former Republican-American editor Bill O'Brien tells the story of his great-X5-grandfather, who was captured by the British during the Revolutionary War.

Southwick, MA · 4d

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ThunderBeard: ZZ Top Tribute in Pittsfield

ThunderBeard, a ZZ Top tribute band, plays the Colonial Theatre on Friday night. The band, which wears the signature beards, covers the career of ZZ Top. The first half of the set draws on the group’s bluesy 1970s songs, including “La Grange,” “Waitin’ for the Bus,” and “Brown Sugar.” It then moves to the synth-heavy hits of the 1980s, like as “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” and “Legs.”

Pittsfield, MA · 5d

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‘I have lost a friend;’ golfers reflect on closing of storied Holyoke golf course

HOLYOKE – As the late autumn light fell over the greens at Wyckoff Country Club, golfers took their final putts and swings before the course closed permanently over the weekend. "It's a sad day in Holyoke," said Marc Joyce, a longtime Holyoke community leader and former Ward 7 City...

Holyoke, MA · 5d