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Pittsfield intersection known for fatal crashes gets pedestrian safety redesign

Three years after a fatal crash, an infamous intersection in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, has been overhauled to refocus on pedestrian safety. Ahead of a public tour of the new West Street infrastructure on Sunday - the World Day of Remembrance for those lost to traffic crashes - WAMC Berkshire Bureau Chief Josh Landes went to the site to speak with Berkshire Regional Planning Commission Senior Transportation Planner Nicholas Russo about the changes.

Pittsfield, MA · 9h

We Are Berkshires

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Opening Date Set For New Berkshire Wingstop Location In Pittsfield

Wingstop is bringing its wings and seasoned fries to 555 Hubbard Ave. in Pittsfield, the first in Berkshire County, with Google listing November 30th.

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Lanesborough Hopes for Continued Talks on Mall Sale

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The Select Board is optimistic that talks for the Berkshire Mall sale will continue. Chair Deborah Maynard and Vice Chair Juli Baker were to meet with mall owner JMJ Holdings, the Baker Hill Road District, and proposed buyer Cypress Equities on Tuesday to discuss next steps. As of Wednesday, iBerkshires had received a "we are optimistic" from Maynard on the talks. The Berkshire Eagle reported a response from a Cypress representative saying talks will continue.

Lanesborough, MA · 2d

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Lanesborough Property Tax Rate Up 5%

LANESBOROUGH, Mass. — The Select Board on Monday approved a single tax rate that will increase the average homeowner's property bill by at least $670. With a rate of $18.20 per $1,000 valuation, the average single-family home valued at $373,784 will see a $668 increase, and the average commercial property, estimated at a value of $577,990, will increase by $1,125 per year. This rate is 91 cents higher than last year's $17.29 per $1,000 valuation.

Lanesborough, MA · 2d

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Animals rescued from Berkshire County property available for adoption

Several animals rescued by the MSPCA-Angell from a Berkshire County property over the summer are now up for adoption.

Berkshire County, MA · 14h

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North Adams man found guilty, sentenced for raping a minor

On Monday, a North Adams man was sentenced to prison after being convicted of raping a minor in 2022. According to the Berkshire District Attorney's Office, 49-year-old Joseph Pini was ordered to serve nine to 12 years in prison.

North Adams, MA · 2d

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East Greenbush police give update on recovered body

Authorities have provided an update on the skeletal remains discovered in the town of East Greenbush on Monday.

East Greenbush, NY · 2d

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Drug trafficking arrests in North Adams

NORTH ADAMS, MA — Police arrested five people and charged two others following simultaneous search warrant executions at two residences Tuesday as part of a monthlong drug trafficking investigation. Members of the North Adams Police Department Detective Unit and Berkshire Law Enforcement Task Force executed search warrants at 212...

North Adams, MA · 2d

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This Quiet Massachusetts Lake Town Has Homes Listed For Under $150,000

Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a price tag under $150,000. That combination still shows up in one small lake town in the Berkshires. Most of these budget listings are mobile and manufactured homes. Some affordable listings offer two bedrooms and one or two bathrooms, although larger homes generally cost considerably more.

Hinsdale, MA · 2d

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State police seek info on Pownal Stewart’s Shop burglary

State police are seeking information after an alleged burglary at Stewart’s Shop early Thursday morning.

Pownal, VT · 1d

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Mad Macs Shifts Location, Focus at Allendale Shopping Center

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Apple products repair company Mad Macs has moved downstairs from its previous location in the Allendale Shopping Center. The authorized Apple repair service was established in 1998 to provide service to Apple computers and devices and has had an ever-changing history. "Since we started, we've grown...

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Rutledge Defense Seeks Dismissal of Rape Charges Over Statute of Limitations

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Superior Court courtroom was filled on Thursday as proceedings resumed on the high-profile case against former Miss Hall's School teacher Matthew Rutledge, with the court hearing arguments on his motion to dismiss. Rutledge, 63, was indicted by a Berkshire County grand jury on three counts...

Pittsfield, MA · 1d

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Trailmark Bank Hires New Human Resources Leader

PITTSFIELD, Mass — Trailmark Bank, currently operating through its Adams Community Bank and Pittsfield Cooperative Bank divisions, announced the addition of Amy S. Thomson as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, Thomson will lead the Bank's human resources strategy, overseeing employee engagement, talent development, recruitment,...

Pittsfield, MA · 6h

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Dismissal hearing held in Miss Hall’s rape case

A dismissal hearing was held on Thursday in the case against former Miss Hall's School teacher Matthew Rutledge. Rutledge is charged with three felony counts of rape.

Pittsfield, MA · 11h

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North Adams' New Kimbell Building Sold for $1.3M

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The New Kimbell Building on Main Street has changed hands again — this time to the family of an iconic Saugus restaurant. A limited liability company listed as 81-91 Main Street North Adams MA acquired the six-story structure on Oct. 27, according to documents on file at the Registry of Deeds. Dennis Wong of Stoneham and Gregory Hayward of Lynn are listed as the managers of the LLC.

North Adams, MA · 1d

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Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: Nov. 13-15

The weekend is almost here! From the Capital Region Wing Wars to Motionless in White at MVP Arena to the opening of Santa's Playland at Quick Response, there are quite a few things happening on November 13, 14 and 15.

Albany, NY · 1d

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Vermont Supreme Court orders new look at dismissal of murder case

A trial court must take another look at whether it was appropriate to dismiss a murder case against a Bennington man.

Bennington, VT · 3h

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Town, Residents Concerned About Forest Service Plan to Use Williamstown Road

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — A timber manager with the U.S. Forest Service told the Select Board on Monday that his office was willing to work with the town to address concerns raised by residents over a plan to haul timber out of the Green Mountain National Forest across the state line in Vermont.

Williamstown, MA · 1d

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Chipotle worker says she repeatedly reported unsafe food handling, then her boss told her she no longer had a job: ‘We are all set here’

A Massachusetts Chipotle worker says she spent weeks raising concerns about food safety at her restaurant. Then, shortly after leaving the hospital, she received a text from her manager saying Chipotle had accepted her resignation. There was just one problem. She says she never quit. In a Facebook post calling on Chipotle’s corporate leadership to […]

Pittsfield, MA · 2d

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Lines Abound; Berkshire Auto Shops are Getting Busy

Berkshire auto shops are getting busy as it's snow tire switch out season.

Berkshire County, MA · 2d