Pittsfield
Coverage of Pittsfield in the Nexus archive.
- Retired head of Miss Hall's School in Pittsfield indicted
Jeannie Norris, the retired head of Miss Hall's School in Pittsfield, was indicted on one count of reckless endangerment of a child. The Berkshire District Attorney's Office alleges Norris was aware of inappropriate relationships between former teacher Matthew Rutledge and students.
- Berkshire Humane Society to waive dog adoption fees
The Berkshire Humane Society in Pittsfield will temporarily waive dog adoption fees starting this Friday. This initiative aims to encourage adoptions by removing financial barriers for potential adopters.
- Pittsfield man pleads guilty in cocaine trafficking conspiracy
A Pittsfield man, Theodore Warren, also known as Monty, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and cocaine distribution charges related to a drug trafficking organization. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Massachusetts reported the case.
- City officials share struggles with finding lifeguards at Pittsfield beach
Pittsfield's Burbank Park beach has lacked lifeguards for the second consecutive year, prompting visitors to swim at their own risk. The city has been seeking lifeguards since March.
- West Nile virus confirmed in Berkshire County mosquitos
West Nile virus has been confirmed in mosquitos in Berkshire County, specifically in Pittsfield, as reported by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
- No lifeguards on duty this summer in Pittsfield on Onota Lake
Visitors to Burbank Park on Onota Lake in Pittsfield will not have lifeguards on duty during the summer swimming season. The absence of lifeguards is explicitly noted for the 2024 season.
- Pittsfield man accused of impersonating Army veteran for over 30 years
A man from Pittsfield was indicted on federal charges for allegedly impersonating a United States Army veteran for over 30 years.
- Woman seriously injured in Jet Ski crash on Onota Lake
A woman sustained life-threatening injuries in a Jet Ski crash on Onota Lake in Pittsfield. The Pittsfield Fire Department responded to the water rescue at 4:11 p.m. on Blythewood Drive.
- MA Governor announces $31.2 million for early childcare
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced $31.2 million in funding for childcare financial assistance, allowing 2,000 more children to benefit from early childhood education. She visited the YMCA in Pittsfield's Childcare Center and interacted with children.
- Man wanted for murder after deadly shooting in Pittsfield
A 35-year-old man, Terry Martizna, is wanted for murder following a shooting near the intersection of Pleasure Avenue and Tyler Street in Pittsfield. The Pittsfield Police Department has issued an arrest warrant for him, charging him with one count of murder.
- Fatal shooting in Pittsfield under investigation
The Pittsfield Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday evening, resulting in the death of a 29-year-old man and the hospitalization of another man.
- One hospitalized after stabbing in Pittsfield
One person was hospitalized after a stabbing occurred in Pittsfield on Sunday. Pittsfield Police are investigating the incident.
- Pittsfield locals share hopes, concerns with PCB clean-up plan
A major stretch of the Housatonic River in Massachusetts is set to be cleaned up after contamination with PCBs from a General Electric industrial plant in the 1900s. Residents near the river express concerns about the impact and seek more answers.
- Lakes in Pittsfield to close for herbicide treatment
Two lakes in Pittsfield are scheduled to close for herbicide treatment in the coming weeks. The closure is part of a planned chemical treatment process.
- Former Miss Hall's School teacher faces rape charges in court
A former teacher at Miss Hall's School in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, is facing rape charges in court. The case involves allegations of sexual misconduct against the educator, which has drawn attention to the school's response and legal proceedings.