Adams Town History

Adams Town History

Tucked into the northernmost corner of the Berkshires and minutes from the borders of New York and Vermont, the town of Adams, Massachusetts has a surprisingly rich and colorful history. With ties to luminaries such as President William McKinley and Susan B. Anthony,...
On the Road in South County: Naumkeag

On the Road in South County: Naumkeag

Our “On The Road in South County” series continues as we visit Naumkeag, an architectural masterpiece and the former summer retreat for the family of Joseph Choate, a leading 19th-century attorney. Connecting Point’s Jim Madigan talks with Mark Wilson, Curator of...
Web Premiere: On the Road in South County: Regional Overview

Web Premiere: On the Road in South County: Regional Overview

In January, Connecting Point goes on the road to focus on Southern Berkshire County, a region that is difficult to define but impossible to miss. We will visit the notable towns of Stockbridge and Great Barrington but also discover that there is so much more that...
Berkshire Innovation Center

Berkshire Innovation Center

Described as a “game changer” for the region by Pittsfield Mayor Daniel Bianchi, The Berkshire Innovation Center will offer technical and equipment resources for small manufacturers and collaborative opportunities for companies of all sizes. The proposed 9.7 million...
Mohawk Trail

Mohawk Trail

October 22nd marks the 100th anniversary of the world-famous Mohawk Trail, which runs from the Berkshires to Boston along historic Route 2. Berkshires writer Lauren Stevens explains the creation and history of this iconic autumn leaf-peeping route to producer Tony...
Making It Here: Harry’s Supermarket

Making It Here: Harry’s Supermarket

Harry’s Supermarket is a family owned supermarket in the heart of Pittsfield that has been serving the residents of the Northern Berkshires since 1914. Producer Tony Dunne and videographer Dave Fraser take a look at how Harry’s has survived – and thrived – over the...