| Joann Fabric in Pittsfield Targeted for Closure
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Joann Fabric and Crafts store on Dalton Avenue is among some 500 set to close.
Joann Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last year to restructure and filed again last month. On Wednesday, the bankruptcy filings noted that liquidation should start immediately.
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| Fire Damages First Street Multifamily Home in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A fire early Tuesday morning caused extensive damage to a multifamily home on First Street, displacing residents and prompting an investigation by local and state authorities.
The blaze, which broke out around 1 a.m. at 233 First Street, is being investigated by the Pittsfield Fire Department, Pittsfield |
| Pittsfield to Host Second Annual Winter Festival at Clapp Park
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield's Department of Community Development Recreation Program has announced the second annual Winter Festival, set to take place on Monday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clapp Park.
The event, designed to kick off the winter break, will feature a variety of activities for |
 | Dalton Residents Demand Action on Concrete Company's Dust
A bagged sample of dust taken from a back porch.
DALTON, Mass. — Nearly 100 residents turned up at the Board of Health meeting on Wednesday night to complain of dust and particulates coating their neighborhood from Berkshire Concrete and allegedly causing health issues.
The meeting was initially |
 | Pittsfield Superintendent Announces Resignation
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — After 30 years with the district, Superintendent Joseph Curtis has decided to step down in June.
"Serving as your superintendent has been the honor of a lifetime," he said.
"Pittsfield Public Schools and the City of Pittsfield will forever hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for |
 | 1Berkshire Introduces Newly Elected Board Members and Officers
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — 1Berkshire announced its 2025 slate of newly reelected board members and officers, as well as the addition of new board members.
These individuals will each help support the work of 1Berkshire as the marketing and economic development organization for the region. All these officers and board members were |
| BCAC Offers Free Tax Preparation Services for Eligible Residents
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) is offering free tax preparation services through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for individuals living or working in Massachusetts with a gross income of $67,000 or less.
The program prioritizes seniors, people with disabilities, |
 | Harvey Joins Pittsfield Co-op's Retail Mortgage Team
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) announced the appointment of LouAnn A. Harvey as a VP, Mortgage Originator for South County within its Retail Mortgage Department.
With more than three decades of experience in the mortgage industry, Harvey brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track |
| Nomination Papers Ready for Dalton Town Election
DALTON, Mass. — Nomination papers for the annual town election on May 12 are now available in the town clerk's office.
The offices up for election are two members of the Select Board each for three-year terms; two members of the Planning Board, also for three-year terms; one cemetery trustee for three years; four |
 | Dalton Police Officer Receives Commendation
DALTON, Mass. — Police Officer Chelsea Eichstedt received a commendation and a life-saving award during the Select Board meeting on Monday for her professionalism and empathy demonstrated during a call on Feb. 4.
Eichstedt was dispatched to the home of a 39-year-old man with Down syndrome who was |
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