# The Berkshire Eagle — e-Edition

> Digital newspaper edition for local and global news, classifieds, and puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by New England Newspapers Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-berkshire-eagle/id426952947 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [New England Newspapers Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/426952950)
- Category: News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 525 App Store ratings · 102 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 36 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Danish, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese, Romanian and 3 more
- Released: 2011-04-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-berkshire-eagle/id426952947/reviews.md

## What is The Berkshire Eagle?

Read local and late breaking news in the Berkshires, while staying connected to national and world-wide news. The app allows you to browse by sections, articles, past editions, and conduct keyword search. Text-to-speech option will narrate any story to you; and language translator works with several languages. 
Check the classifieds for local listings, explore real estate and employment opportunities. Entertain yourself with puzzles and sudoku games. 
Active subscription is required for full access; otherwise the 3 stories per month limit is imposed. Enjoy the best newspaper in the Berkshires!

## Key features

- Local and breaking news
- National and world news
- Browse by sections and articles
- Keyword search
- Text-to-speech narration
- Language translator
- Classifieds and job listings

## What do users think of The Berkshire Eagle?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use app
- 🚀 Convenient access to local news
- 🚀 Frequent updates
- 👍 Good local coverage
- 👍 Informative and trustworthy reporting

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Navigation and UI could be improved
- 🔍 Lack of dates on articles
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate between articles and sections
- 🔍 Excessive pop-up ads

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Navigation issues when moving between articles and sections
- Inability to switch out of e-edition view
- Inconsistent login/subscription recognition

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to save/bookmark articles
- Improve search functionality
- Implement a dark mode option
- Add more detailed local news coverage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 102)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-berkshire-eagle/id426952947/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Berkshire Eagle

*2026-06-22, version 3.19.21*

Excellent local news

### 5/5 — Great paper! Great App

*2026-06-05, version 3.19.21*

The Berkshire Eagle is a great local paper that covers everything from school board meetings to big stories to birding. The app is easy to use. Supporting a small paper made easy!

### 5/5 — Essential

*2026-06-04, version 3.19.21*

E-edition is the best way to share articles with friends and family. Plus you get a Monday version. (But print is still my favorite!) If you live in the Berkshires, you need the Eagle.

### 5/5 — Thank you for the app

*2026-04-16, version 3.19.21*

REALLY great to be able to read the Eagle every day from far away. Lee F.

### 3/5 — Always have enjoyed reading the Eagle

*2026-01-20, version 3.19.15*

A great local paper. Terrific content especially during the darkest year of our lives, including two overseas deployments. Thanks for keep it real, honest and relevant.

### 5/5 — Eagle App

*2026-01-18, version 3.19.15*

Love it

### 4/5 — Eagle App

*2025-12-21, version 3.18.27*

Good to have the app and all the latest news at your fingertips. The app works and it’s fairly easy to navigate. Thanks BE

### 5/5 — Great App

*2025-12-17, version 3.18.27*

Very easy to use

### 5/5 — Good way to keep up with what’s going on

*2025-10-17, version 3.18.23*

Lots of details. Good overview of our region.

### 5/5 — My daily companion Wonderful way to start the day!

*2025-10-15, version 3.18.23*

Excellent format; Content -outstanding  -Thank you for your commitment to the truth.

## Frequently asked questions about The Berkshire Eagle

### What does The Berkshire Eagle e-Edition app do?

This app provides access to local and breaking news from the Berkshires, as well as national and world news. It allows users to browse content by sections, search for specific articles using keywords, and access past editions. The app also includes features like text-to-speech narration and a language translator.

### What are the key features of this news app?

Key features include reading local and national news, browsing by sections, keyword searching, text-to-speech narration for articles, a language translator, access to classifieds and employment listings, and entertainment puzzles like Sudoku. Users can also explore real estate opportunities.

### How much does The Berkshire Eagle e-Edition app cost?

Access to the app is free, but a limited number of stories (3 per month) are available without a subscription. Full access to all content requires an active subscription to The Berkshire Eagle.

### What kind of content can I find in the classifieds section?

The classifieds section offers local listings, providing opportunities for real estate and employment. This allows users to discover local job openings and housing options within the Berkshires.

### Is this app available on all devices?

The provided description does not specify device compatibility. However, it is a mobile application, typically implying availability on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.34.04 — 2026-08-05

Great new features, including
- Audio support for background reading and integration with OS media controls, listen to your news on the go!
- Additional customization options for loading new editions

### 3.19.21 — 2026-02-12

- Improved stability
- General bug fixes

### 3.19.15 — 2025-12-22

General bugfixes and stability improvements

### 3.18.27 — 2025-10-23

- Improved stability
- General bug fixes

### 3.18.23 — 2025-07-30

- Improved offline reading to ensure the highest quality access to daily news.
- Improved overall stability
- Improved archive access

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