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Community Members Oppose More Police in Pittsfield SchoolsBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:11AM / Friday, March 31, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Community members spoke out against the recent addition of more student resource officers in Pittsfield schools at City Council on Tuesday. Superintendent Joseph Curtis announced last week that two additional school resource officers had been assigned to the district's middle and high schools. SROs are sworn law enforcement officers who are stationed on a school campus.
The residents speaking at council on Tuesday called for alternatives to policing in schools and cited the death of Miguel Estrella as an incident where the authorities' response to a mental health crisis ended in tragedy.
Over the weekend, Estrella's family marked the year
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Pittsfield Releases Street Paving List for 2023| 07:03PM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The city of Pittsfield's paving list for 2023 is now available on the city's website, cityofpittsfield.org. The document, "2023 Road Work Program," can be accessed on the Department of Public Services page or by clicking here. Bidding for the contracted work is expected to begin in April, with paving slated to start late May. Public Services and Utilities Commissioner Ricardo Morales said the list incorporates several factors. "Our engineering office used the established asset management evaluation system to compile this list. The process included a review of the pavement condition index which reflects the amount 0 Comments
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Dalton Brief: Approval of Donation and Budget ItemsBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
04:40PM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
DALTON, Mass. — The Select Board last week accepted the 4th quarter franchise fee for Dalton Community Cable Association. • The board also accepted a $3,000 donation from the Katharine L.W. and Winthrop M. Crane 3D charitable foundation for the Dalton Free Public Library. The funds will assist in updating the library's juvenile nonfiction collection. • The board approved the annual Buddy Walk that will be on Saturday, Sept. 30, starting around 11. The route will stay the same as previous years starting and ending at Craneville Elementary School, looping down Park Street, up Main Street, down Crane Ave until 1st 0 Comments
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The Retired Investor: Game Has Changed in Bank RescuesBy Bill Schmick,
04:33PM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
 The present banking crisis has brought back memories of the 2008-2009 global financial crisis. So far, the financial contagion has been corralled, thanks to swift government action. The winners and losers, however, have changed. Most readers are familiar with the term "too big to fail." It refers to the financial theory that asserts that certain corporations, particularly banks, and some other financial institutions, are so large and so interconnected that their failure would be disastrous to the greater economic system. As such, these entities must be supported by governments when they face potential failure. Back in the day, when Britain ruled the world, the 0 Comments
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Hancock Man Pleads Guilty of Possession of Child Pornography| 01:59PM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Monday, March 27 Dale Wilson, of Hancock, pleaded guilty in Superior Court to two counts of Possession of Child Pornography and one count of Dissemination of Child Pornography. The charges stem from an investigation by the Berkshire County State Police Detective Unit based on a CyberTip. The location of the offense was at the defendant's residence. At the time of the offense, he was 21. According to state sentencing guidelines Possession (272, 29C) is a level 3 offense carrying a maximum of 2.5 in the House of Corrections or 5 years in state prison. Dissemination (272, 29B) is a level 6 offense carrying a minimum of 10 years in state 0 Comments
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Letter: Accessing Benefits From Recent Climate Legislation Letter to the Editor,
01:00PM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
 To the Editor:
The Berkshire chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby and its partners are hosting a free public forum on the evening of Monday, April 3, that will highlight recently passed climate legislation and the opportunities available to local governments and their constituents. The Berkshire chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby and its partners are hosting a free public forum on the evening of Monday, April 3, 2023, at the Berkshire Innovation Center, at 45 Woodlawn Ave. in Pittsfield. The event is open to the community, and the reception with appetizers will begin at 5:30 p.m., and panelists will begin at 6:15 p.m. The panelists are Massachusetts state Sen. Paul Mark, former
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Narcan Distribution Available from County Ambulance Service| 10:51AM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — County Ambulance Service is a member of The HEALing Communities study in Pittsfield and is ramping up efforts to distribute Narcan (Naloxone) nasal spray through an easy pickup system of Narcan kits being provided free to residents as part of the study. "No one should die from an overdose, and naloxone is one of the most effective tools we have to save lives. But sadly, today, people with substance use disorders are overdosing and dying because Naloxone is not readily available, " said Brian K. Andrews President of County Ambulance. "We aim to create a stigma-free and safe environment for people to engage and learn about how they can protect 0 Comments
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BHS Celebrates All Healthcare Providers on National Doctors' Day| 08:22AM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) is celebrating National Doctors' Day with a message of appreciation to all healthcare providers across the region. National Doctors' Day, which is Thursday, March 30th, honors providers for their contributions to society and the community. "In recognition of National Doctors' Day, I want to take a moment to recognize healthcare providers across BHS and throughout Berkshire County for their dedication to their patients, the people within our community," said James Lederer, MD, BHS Chief Medical Officer/Chief Quality Officer. "We have the unique opportunity to not only address the 0 Comments
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Wahconah Park Committee Recommends DesignerBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:01AM / Thursday, March 30, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The reimagining of historic Wahconah Park is one step closer with a designer being put forth to the city.
The park's restoration committee on Wednesday recommended S3 Design Inc. for the job after the firm scored highest against two competitors. The recommendation will go to Mayor Linda Tyer and then to the Parks Commission, who will communicate the vote back to the purchasing agent so that they can ask for a scope and price proposal.
The Braintree company proposed a workshop-based process to assist the owner's project manager Skanska USA, the committee, and the city with the project. It includes a feasibility study with four phases of workshops, a
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Pittsfield Council Puts North Street Ballot Question to RestBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:26PM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The North Street ballot question was put to rest on Tuesday.
In a 7-2 vote, the City Council rescinded a Jan. 24 vote on Councilor at Large Karen Kalinowsky's petition to place a question on the Nov. 7 ballot that asks voters if North Street should return to a four-lane way.
Because Councilor at Large Peter White announced his intention to motion to rescind, it required a majority vote rather than a two-thirds vote, as clarified by City Solicitor Stephen Pagnotta.
Kalinowksy insisted that constituents want a say in the road configuration. She feels that the city did not properly consult the council and residents before making the change.
"I think to
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Pittsfield Rotary Auction| 02:37PM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Rotary Club will hold their annual auction, their largest fundraiser. The annual auction will be held at Berkshire Hills Country Club Saturday April 1 starting at 5:00 p.m. The auction starts at 6:30 p.m. This year's theme is Mardi Gras. Each year, the Pittsfield Rotary Club distributes more than $90,000 in community support raised through special events, fundraisers, and donations during the year. The club's annual food drive results in food donated to local food banks, as well as $1,000 cash donations to each of ten local food pantries and kitchens. The Club provides grants in support of activities for 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Licensing Board OKs Bowling Alley, HudpuckersBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
10:04AM / Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Licensing Board heard of two local favorites' return on Monday.
An entertainment and bowling alley license was approved for K&M Bowling, which will have a grand opening on Friday in the former Imperial Bowl on Dalton Avenue. A liquor license transfer was also approved for the former Tahiti Takeout, which relatives of the shuttered Bobby Hudpuckers plan to reopen as "Hudpuckers."
City residents Kari and Mark Mathes and other family members renovated the candlepin alley into tenpin bowling after purchasing it in November. Robert Ireland ran the lanes for 45 years before retiring.
The licenses were approved for opening hours to 11 p.m. on
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