Letter to the Editor: Vote for Andrew Fitch
August 26th, 2026 — Christopher Caproni endorses Andrew Fitch, pointing to his energy, vision, community connections, and determination to tackle transportation, redevelopment, and other challenges facing Northern Berkshire communities.
Letter to the Editor: Passing the Torch in the 1st Berkshire State Representative District
August 26th, 2026 — Virginia Riehl calls on voters to pass the torch to a new generation of leadership, citing Andrew Fitch’s record of coalition-building, problem-solving, and energetic leadership on the North Adams City Council.
Letter to the Editor: Andrew Fitch a great choice for the 1st Berkshire District
August 2026 — David Bond endorses Andrew Fitch as a strong choice to represent the 1st Berkshire District.
Letter to the Editor: I’m for Fitch in North Adams
August 2026 — Dianne Olsen voices her support for Andrew Fitch in the Democratic primary for 1st Berkshire District state representative.
Letter to the Editor: Voting for the next generation in this primary
August 2026 — Vivienne Jaffe argues for supporting a new generation of leadership in the 1st Berkshire District primary.
Letter to the Editor: Weary, worried grandma supports Andrew Fitch
August 2026 — Martha Mulligan endorses Andrew Fitch, making the case for new leadership focused on the future facing younger generations and families.
Letter to the Editor: I support Andrew Fitch for State Representative
August 24th, 2026 — Former North Adams Mayor Tom Bernard endorses Andrew Fitch, highlighting his experience as an entrepreneur, public official, organizer, and advocate and his thoughtful, collaborative approach to public service.
Letter to the Editor: Worked With Both, Voting One
August 20th, 2026 — Keith Bona contrasts the two candidates’ approaches to leadership and argues that Andrew Fitch’s collaboration, persistence, community connection, and broader professional experience make him the stronger choice for the district’s future.
Letter to the Editor: Time for new leaders at every level
August 2026 — Tom Whalen argues that it is time for a new generation of political leadership and supports change in the 1st Berkshire District.
Letter to the Editor: Support a new generation of Berkshire leadership
August 2026 — Barbara May makes the case for a new generation of leadership in the Berkshires and supports change in the 1st Berkshire District.
Letter to the Editor: It's time for leaders like Barrett to step aside
August 2026 — Patrie Sardo argues that longtime political leaders like John Barrett III should make way for a new generation of leadership.
Letter to the Editor: Support Andrew Fitch for State Representative
August 10th, 2026 — Pam Tworig endorses Andrew Fitch, describing his energy, determination, work ethic, and willingness to listen to people across the community as qualities that would make him an effective state representative.
Letter to the Editor: Fitch for the Future
August 10th, 2026 — Sara Prouty makes the case for Andrew Fitch as part of a new generation of leadership, highlighting his dedication, work ethic, community involvement, and forward-looking approach.
Letter to the Editor: Western Mass. needs new blood representing our region
August 2026 — Peter D. May argues that Western Massachusetts would benefit from a new generation of representation and fresh leadership in government.
Letter to the Editor: Transportation Is Economic Development in the Berkshires
July 28th, 2026 — Andrew Fitch argues that transportation investment is essential to Berkshire economic growth and calls for expanded passenger rail, stronger public transit, better roads and bridges, completion of the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail connection, and other infrastructure investments.
Letter to the Editor: Let's Prioritize Investment in Public Education in Massachusetts
July 6th, 2026 — Andrew Fitch calls for continued investment in public education, career and technical training, and early childhood education while ensuring state policy better addresses the unique funding and workforce challenges facing rural and small-city school districts.
Letter to the Editor: Addressing the Housing Shortage in Berkshire District 1
June 19th, 2026 — Andrew Fitch outlines a regional approach to the housing shortage focused on mixed-income housing, adaptive reuse, downtown development, infrastructure investment, and stronger support for first-time homebuyers, working families, and seniors.
Rep. Barrett touts experience as Fitch promises ‘fresh energy and eyes’ for Berkshire 1st district
August 19th, 2026 — The Berkshire Eagle profiles the Democratic primary for the 1st Berkshire District, contrasting Andrew Fitch’s call for “fresh energy and eyes” and new approaches to housing, transportation, economic development, and government transparency with incumbent John Barrett III’s emphasis on experience and securing state funding.
Barrett, Fitch meet for only debate in Democratic race for 1st Berkshire District seat
August 14th, 2026 — WAMC covers the only debate of the Democratic primary for the 1st Berkshire District, where Andrew Fitch and incumbent John Barrett III offered contrasting approaches on government transparency, same-day voter registration, and passenger rail, with Fitch emphasizing greater collaboration and fresh approaches to moving long-stalled regional priorities forward.
Fitch, Barrett Meet in Debate for State Representative Seat
August 14th, 2026 — iBerkshires covers the only scheduled debate in the Democratic primary for the 1st Berkshire District, highlighting Andrew Fitch’s call for fresh leadership, greater government transparency, and more active collaboration to advance priorities like Northern Tier passenger rail and Medicare for All, while incumbent John Barrett III emphasized his experience and record in office.
‘A critical training ground’: How North Adams Farmers Market vendors grow into downtown staples
May 19th, 2026 — Several North Adams businesses—including Door Prize, Steeple City Social, Red Shirt Farm, and Hexagon Bagels—successfully transitioned from farmers market vendors to storefronts after using the market to test ideas, build loyal customer bases, and refine their concepts based on community feedback.
North Adams Councilor Andrew Fitch qualifies for Berkshire State Representative ballot
May 19th, 2026 — North Adams City Councilor Andrew Fitch has qualified for the Democratic primary ballot for the 1st Berkshire District state representative seat, entering a race against longtime incumbent John Barrett as he campaigns to bring new ideas to the role.
North Adams weighs creating a sustainability commission. What would it look like?
March 17th, 2026 — Two weeks after City Councilor Andrew Fitch raised the idea of a sustainability commission that would track city goals for energy use and waste reduction, more than a dozen residents showed up at the council’s next meeting to show support for the idea...
'Small City, Big Stories' podcast launched in North Adams and NBCTC wants you to start one, too
February 3, 2026 — Andrew Fitch, a North Adams city councilor, announced his run for the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the 1st Berkshire District, highlighting economic development, housing, and regional priorities.
Andrew Fitch Launches Bid for State Representative in North Berkshire
February 3, 2026 — Andrew Fitch, a North Adams city councilor, announced his run for the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the 1st Berkshire District, highlighting economic development, housing, and regional priorities.
North Adams City Council VP Running in Democratic Primary for 1st Berkshire District
February 3, 2026 — North Adams City Council Vice President Andrew Fitch says he’s running in the Democratic primary for the 1st Berkshire District seat in the Massachusetts State House.
Andrew Fitch of North Adams to Run for 1st Berkshire District Seat in State House
February 3, 2026 — Local coverage confirming Andrew Fitch’s campaign for the 1st Berkshire District seat in the State House.
North Adams Airport Commissioners Get Update on Hangar Project
January 22, 2026 — The North Adams Airport Commission received a progress report on the proposed six-unit hangar project, expected to go out to bid in March.
(Podcast) Small City Big Stories
January 19, 2026 — Andrew Fitch is a community leader and entrepreneur in North Adams, serving as Vice President of the City Council and co-owner of Steeple City Social. He joins the podcast to discuss his work advocating for the Northern Berkshires, building community through local business and arts initiatives, and his vision for a strong, vibrant future for the region.