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Nearly All Pittsfield Wards are Seeing Candidates By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
09:07AM / Saturday, April 08, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Election papers became available on Monday and by the end of the week all council seats besides Ward 2 are seeing action.
Earlier this week, City Council President Peter Marchetti and former City Council Vice President John Krol launched their official campaigns for mayor.
Marchetti touts his long experience on the council, a 35-year career at the Pittsfield Cooperative Bank, and his presence in the community as culminating factors to being a successful city leader. Krol points to his experience in broadcast and print media, working for former Mayor James Ruberto, and time on the council as tools to make Pittsfield the best that it can be.
The two have taken
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Pittsfield Christian Center Spreads Easter JoyBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
04:53PM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Christian Center spread Easter joy to 100 children with goodie baskets in advance of the holiday. The center was decked out in pastel on Friday for its annual Easter festivities. Financial Director Pat Masoero brought out her bunny costume, which was accessorized with an egg necklace, plaid suspenders, and a matching bow tie.
While the basket handout ran from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., people were lined up at the center’s door at 8:30.
"It really was a fun two hours," Masoero said.
About 55 were handed out in the morning and, at noon, the center hosted a lunch of mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, glazed carrots, ham or fish, rolls, and cakes.
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@theMarket: Is the Economy Rolling Over?By Bill Schmick,
04:21PM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
 The long-awaited downturn in the U.S. economy may be nigh. A litany of weakening macroeconomic data this week is pointing to a slowdown in growth over the next few quarters. Many in the financial markets, including me, have been anticipating this decline. I have predicted a moderate recession beginning sometime this year for many months now. I am not alone. Many expect a much harder landing. That will depend on the Fed. If the U.S. central bank continues to raise interest rates and is willing to forge ahead with further quantitative tightening, then Gross Domestic Product will fall further. The decline will only stop when the Fed stops. This week, the 0 Comments
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BCC Virtual Information Sessions on Early College Program| 03:23PM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass — High school students are invited to get a jump on their college careers by attending virtual information sessions on Berkshire Community College (BCC)'s Early College Program. Free sessions will be offered on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:30-7:30 pm or on Tuesday, May 2 from 5:45-6:45 pm. To register, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/earlycollege. Registrants will be emailed a Zoom link. There will be time for questions at the conclusion of each session. Early college, also known as dual enrollment, provides an opportunity for students to take courses at BCC while still in high school and earn college credit. Supported by BCC's dual enrollment grant, 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Musical Performances, Bingo, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
02:41PM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
Berkshire County is hosting a variety of events this warm weekend including live music, Bingo, outdoor activities, and more. Look for Easter egg hunts and scrambles here. Head to Downtown North Adams on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. for the monthly First Friday event. Galleries, businesses and organizations are participating in the April First Friday "Clean & Green" event. Second Chance Composting and the city of North Adams will be accepting recyclables and composting materials under the Mohawk marquee, the Hissing Booth is back at Plant Connector, WallaSauce will be making fanny packs out of old material and a number of galleries 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Man Pleads Guilty to Drug, Gun Charges and OUIStaff Reports ,
08:00AM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Tuesday, April 4 Michael Rahilly, 35 of Pittsfield, pleaded guilty on a District Attorney complaint. Rahilly was charged with OUI Drugs; Possession With Intent to Distribute – Class A; Possession of Large Capacity firearm, Possession of Class B.; and Possession of a Firearm in Felony. Judge Flannery sentenced Rahilly to 2.5 to 3 years prison on illegal possession of a firearm and a large capacity feeding device. Additionally, he will be on probation for 2 years on and after on 3 drug charges and OUI drugs with conditions that he step down to a residential substance abuse treatment program when released then to 0 Comments
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Pittsfield Board Sees Potential Creative District Design GuidelinesBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:07AM / Friday, April 07, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Two years ago the city adopted a Downtown Creative District for the North Street corridor. Now, planners would like to define what that means aesthetically.
On Tuesday, the Community Development Board got a first look at the proposed design guidelines and a parking table for the district. The board aims to provide clarity in the design process for developments or renovations within bounds.
"I thought the document was really thorough and ultimately is going to achieve that objective that we set out to achieve," board member Gary Levante said.
"Which is provide more transparency and more clarity to developers and others that are looking to
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The Retired Investor: Money TalksBy Bill Schmick,
06:05PM / Thursday, April 06, 2023 | |
 Times are changing and, with them, many of the values Americans have held close and dear for generations. Money has become increasingly important, while traditional concepts such as patriotism, children, and religion are taking a backseat. A new poll I read over this weekend set me back on my heels. When asked about their values, 43 percent of Americans polled say money as a value is very important to them; more important in fact than traditional values such as having children, community involvement, religion, or patriotism. The survey, conducted by a non-partisan research organization at the University of Chicago called NORC, and the conservative, Fox-owned, Wall Street 0 Comments
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Count Shows Increasing Homelessness in PittsfieldBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
05:36PM / Thursday, April 06, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The city had more than 200 homeless individuals in January, a number that has increased steadily for two years.
On Wednesday, the Homelessness Advisory Committee was presented with data from the point-in-time (PIT) count, which is a count of sheltered and unsheltered people experiencing homelessness on a single night in January.
There were at least 221 homeless people on Jan. 25: 180 in shelters, 31 unsheltered, and 10 who were couch surfing or in other temporary shelters.
"It's obviously concerning," Director of Community Development Justine Dodds said.
"We all know on the ground level that the numbers are increasing but I
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Molari Expands Team | 11:48AM / Thursday, April 06, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — MOLARI Employment and HealthCare Services announced the additon of Kristen McNeice and Michelle Neales to its team. As a result of increasing demand for MOLARI's services, Kristen McNeice has joined the MOLARI team as a Healthcare Supervisor. Kristen will be responsible for ensuring that elderly clients receive the assistance they need to maintain their independence and stay in their own homes. Michelle Neales has joined the MOLARI team as an Administrative Coordinator. Michelle is often the first point of contact for applicants, screening them and scheduling interviews for the Employment Services and HealthCare teams. Michelle's 0 Comments
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Mayor Tyer Appoints Interim Chief of PoliceStaff Reports ,
11:10AM / Thursday, April 06, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mayor Linda Tyer announced the appointment of Thomas C. Dawley, II as the Interim Chief of Police for the Pittsfield Police Department (PPD). "I am so honored that Captain Dawley accepted this interim appointment and I am confident that he will successfully lead the Pittsfield Police Department through its transition," said Mayor Tyer. Dawley has served as a member of the PPD since November of 2002 and currently serves as the Detective Bureau Captain. He earned a Master's in Criminal Justice from Boston University, and his Bachelor's Degree from Western New England College. Dawley's interim assignment will formally begin 0 Comments
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BCC to Hold Wellness Day | 08:15AM / Thursday, April 06, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) will hold Wellness Day on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22 from 10 am – 2 pm at the Paterson Field House on the main campus, located at 1350 West Street in Pittsfield. The event is hosted by BCC's Physical Therapist Assistant program. Kicking off Wellness Day at 10 am are a 5K run, 1-mile walk and a kids' race, along with chair massages (for a nominal fee) and educational booths promoting self-care and care for your loved ones. To register through Berkshire Running Center for the run, walk or kids' race, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/wellness. Registration for the 5K is $25 by April 20 or $30 0 Comments
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