 | Core Impact Awards Highlight Pittsfield Educators
The Core Impact Awards lined up for presentation.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A teacher or staff member from each Pittsfield Public School was recognized last week for their hard work and dedication.
The Core Impact Awards were presented by the Mill Town Foundation in partnership with the Pittsfield Public |
 | Berkshire Green Drinks to Discuss Rat Poison Hazards and Proposed Legislation
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Green Drinks will host a discussion on the potential hazards of rat poison to wildlife, domestic animals, and humans, along with information regarding pending legislation in Massachusetts aimed at restricting its use.
The event, titled "Rescue Raptors: Regulate Rat Poison," will |
| Berkshire Athenaeum Short Story Contest
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, and the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum are thrilled to announce the 47th Annual Short Story Writing Contest for Children and the 28th Annual Short Story Writing Contest for Young Adults.
This annual event, fostering imagination and |
| Pittsfield's Tavern at the A Secures Liquor License
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The General Electric Athletic Golf Course's onsite restaurant has new operators.
On Monday, the Licensing Board approved an All-Alcohol Restaurant License transfer from House of Seasoning, a change of license location, and a change of manager for the Crane Avenue establishment.
It is now operated by |
 | Jimmy Fund Fund-Raiser Returns June 28
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – A local fund-raiser for the Jimmy Fund keeps getting bigger and bigger.
Striking out Cancer in the Berkshires returns for a fifth year on Saturday, June 28, on Buddy Pellerin Field at Clapp Park.
Organizer Joe DiCicco, who started the event in 2021 in honor of his late wife, never expected |
 | Pittsfield Fire Department Welcomes New Engine
Mayor Peter Marchetti sits behind the wheel of the new truck as Fire Chief Thomas Sammons looks on.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Fire Department welcomed a new engine to its Somerset Avenue station on Friday.
Per tradition, firefighters pushed the 42,000-pound vehicle into the bay for good luck. The 2025 |
| BHS Opens Registration for Annual 4th of July 5K Race
PITTSFIELD, Mass — Registration has begun for the annual Berkshire Health Systems 4th of July 5K Race, held just prior to the Pittsfield Fourth of July Parade.
In 2024 over one thousand runners participated in the 5K, which runs along the parade route in downtown Pittsfield.
Registration is $35 for |
| Pittsfield Public Schools Public Hearing on Proposed Middle Grade Restructuring
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pursuant to School Committee Policy SC-64 Policy for Redistricting of Schools, which guarantees the community a formal opportunity to comment on any proposed change that affects school attendance zones, the Pittsfield Public Schools (PPS) School Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 5:30 |
 | Pittsfield Church to Host Family Movie Event for Pride Festivities
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church of Pittsfield will host "Chill & Cheer: Family Movie Time" on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. This event is part of Pittsfield’s Pride festivities.
The "Rainbow Movie Room" is described as a free, family-friendly drop-in space |
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