The Berkshire Athenaeum will host its annual Pumpkin Carving Spooktacular on Oct. 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., offering free pumpkins, carving stations, crafts and a scavenger hunt for families.
Pittsfield's Homeless Advisory Committee is sponsoring a free Housing Resource Fair on Oct. 29 at the Center at 193 Robbins Avenue, where residents can meet with local housing agencies.
The Pittsfield Fire Department is warning residents about social media challenges that use isopropyl alcohol and open flames, saying the trend has recently appeared locally and caused severe burns to children elsewhere.
The City of Pittsfield announced Oct. 19 that smoke testing of the sanitary sewer system will begin Oct. 21 and continue for several months to locate sources of unwanted water entering the system.
Pittsfield's Community Preservation Committee will hold a public hearing Oct. 29 on CPA fund priorities, and the fall eligibility application window for FY27 CPA funding is open through Nov. 20.
The Pittsfield Health Department announced it will send a public health nurse to administer flu and COVID-19 vaccines to residents who are homebound, at no out-of-pocket cost. Residents can arrange a visit by calling (413) 499-9411.
Pittsfield will begin sewer system smoke testing Wednesday to track down sources of unwanted water entering pipes. From our own coverage: Fire officials warn of isopropyl alcohol fire trend; Only 3 of 11 recent deeds list sale prices.
Pittsfield fire officials warn of dangerous social media alcohol fire challenge trend. From our own coverage: Fire department warns of alcohol fire challenge trend.
Eleven property transfers were recorded in Pittsfield between Sept. 18 and Oct. 17, but only three carried a posted sale price so far, ranging from $50,000 to $275,000 with a median of $80,000.
Pittsfield residents gather in Park Square to urge early voting in Massachusetts' midterm election.