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Pittsfield ConCom Denies Southeast Battery Energy Storage ProposalBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
04:47AM / Friday, June 13, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.— After several continuations, the Conservation Commission has denied a battery energy storage system on Williams Street.
The Conservation Commission voted against a Notice of Intent application from Brattle Brook, LLC for the construction of a BESS at 734 Williams Street, which proposed work in the 100' wetland buffer zone.
Abutters have consistently expressed safety and environmental concerns about the project. At the ConCom's May meeting, Councilor At Large Kathy Amuso pointed to the company's reported track record of no fires and said, "There's going to be one, and we just hope it's not in Pittsfield."
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DA Shugrue Presses for Increased Penalties on 'Upskirting'By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:34PM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— District Attorney Timothy Shugrue wants proper sentencing for people who record others naked without consent, and to prevent the invasive crime from happening.
It is widely referred to as "upskirting."
"Let me begin by making one thing clear: This term, while it's still commonly being used, it's outdated. It trivializes this serious, invasive act," Shugrue said during a press conference on Thursday.
"What we're really talking about is non-consensual sexual surveillance, an act legally referred to as electronic recording or surveillance of nude or partially nude persons. The impetus of this press
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Greylock Federal Workshop: Preparing To Buy a Car| 03:56PM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. This month, Greylock Federal Credit Union will be hosting a free workshop on preparing to buy a car, in Spanish. On Monday, June 16, Greylock will host a virtual workshop "Preparing to buy a car," which will be presented in Spanish. The session, from 5-6:30 p.m., is designed for individuals who intend to buy a car in the next year and will focus on developing a budget for additional costs, creation/repair of credit, saving for a down payment, obtaining insurance, and options that Greylock offers for car loans. To register for the session, please visit www.greylock.org/cec. 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Woman Arrested for 'Machete' Armed Robbery at Big YStaff Reports ,
03:26PM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.— A city woman is being charged after allegedly threatening a grocery store clerk with a machete before stealing groceries.
Shortly before 9 p.m. on Tuesday, the Pittsfield Police responded to Big Y Supermarket at 200 West St. for a report of a woman who pulled out a bladed object described as a "machete," pointed it at the employees in a threatening manner, and left the store with a cart full of items.
Police Capt. Matthew Hill reported that the person, later identified as Collette Davis of Pittsfield, has been asked to leave the store by employees due to previous incidents. Additional charges were added the next day during her
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The Retired Investor: The let-me-know-you-care industry of greeting cardsBy Bill Schmick,
01:56PM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, deaths, Valentine's Day, Mother's and Father's Day, graduations, the list goes on and on. The greeting card industry remains a global institution in the gift-giving world despite experiencing slumping sales. Greeting cards have been around for more than 180 years. First inspired by the Japanese art form called "origami," an English artist, Sir Henry Cole, created the first hand-pressed Christmas cards in 1843. These cards were initially used as invitations to his dinner party. The trend caught on, and throughout the nineteenth century, consumers sent greeting cards to friends, family members, and acquaintances for every kind 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Council Sees Crosby Feasibility StudyBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:31PM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass.—Wheels are moving on the proposed Crosby Elementary School rebuild.
On Tuesday, the City Council referred an order to borrow up to $2 million for a feasibility study to the Finance Committee, which will meet on Monday. It will gauge the possibility of rebuilding Silvio O. Conte Community School and John C. Crosby Elementary on the West Street site with shared facilities.
"As you are aware, the City of Pittsfield is working with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) on a proposal which involves the future of Crosby Elementary School and Conte Community School," Mayor Peter Marchetti wrote.
"The feasibility study will
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Pittsfield Seeking Community Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan Update| 10:33AM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee of Pittsfield has developed a comprehensive Hazard Mitigation Plan Update that identifies and prioritizes strategies to mitigate the impacts of natural hazards and climate change on our community. Pittsfield's Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee has developed this plan as a strategy for the city against existing and future natural hazard threats and the evolving challenges posed by climate change. Implementation of this plan will enhance the resilience to hazards such as flooding, snowstorms, high winds, and extreme temperatures. Public engagement lies at the core of our Hazard Mitigation Plan. It is 0 Comments
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No Drought Conditions in Berkshire County| 08:00AM / Thursday, June 12, 2025 | |
BOSTON — Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Rebecca Tepper declared that Western Mass remains at a level 0, normal conditions. The Southeast Region, the Connecticut River Valley, Central, and Northeast Regions are also a level 0. Islands Region remains at Level 1 – Mild Drought, while the Cape Cod Region continues at Level 2. Recent rains have provided relief, but more precipitation is still needed to restore water systems, particularly, groundwater levels in some parts of the state. As outlined in the Massachusetts Drought Management Plan, a Level 1 – Mild Drought and a Level – 2 Significant Drought require detailed monitoring of 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Health Board Orders Demolition of Morningside HomeBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:40PM / Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The city hopes to remedy an abandoned Morningside home through a demolition order.
Last week, the Board of Health supported a demolition request on 21 Ensign Ave. While the mortgage and taxes continue to be paid, the property is abandoned and has a hole in the roof.
Director of Public Health Andy Cambi explained that it would normally be a slower process, but they were recently able to get success with a Lincoln Street property through an order to demolish.
"It's in housing court right now, and the judge has given the owner 30 days to sell the property or our order sticks to demolish that property. Another option is
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Retired Senior Volunteer Program to Host Open House| 03:59PM / Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) announced an open house on Friday, June 13 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at their offices located at 16 Bartlett Avenue. At the open house, the public will have the opportunity to meet the RSVP team, explore the services they offer and discover new volunteer opportunities. Light refreshments will be served. 0 Comments
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Pediatric Development Center to Host Fundraising Event at Balderdash Cellars| 08:10AM / Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.—The Pediatric Development Center (PDC) will host a fundraising event, "Vineyard Vibes for Little Lives," on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Balderdash Cellars in Pittsfield. The event aims to raise funds for PDC's Early Intervention programs, which serve children and families in South and Central Berkshire County by providing therapeutic services at no cost. The event is sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union, with support from local partners. Tickets are available for $50 and include a glass of wine, food, and live music. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a 50/50 raffle and an auction featuring local items and
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Berkshire Habitat Launches Fundraiser in Memory of Stephen Heller| 07:40AM / Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity announced a tribute in memory of Stephen Heller. Launched by his sister Elaine Cottle and her family, this initiative celebrates Heller's enduring love for community and craftsmanship by raising funds for a central gazebo at Prosperity Way, Habitat's newest 20-home neighborhood in Housatonic. Heller passed away in 2023 at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy of generosity. A masterful craftsman turned computer programmer, Heller held an admiration for Habitat for Humanity's mission and was particularly drawn to the Housatonic build site near his family home. His values aligned with the core of 0 Comments
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