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Pittsfield, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hey there, Pittsfield! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $400K childcare grant could change work for Pittsfield parents
  • How a new state study could reshape Pittsfield’s high schools
  • Pittsfield Police still seeking answers in Onota Street shooting

Also on today's calendar: Massachusetts Tax Free Weekend at Ethan Allen August 8 & 9 ONLY!.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 83, low: 67.
  • Saturday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Berkshire United Way Awarded $400K in Funding to Expand Employer-Supported Childcare (iberkshires.com) — A new $400,000 state grant to Berkshire United Way will expand employer-supported childcare options that directly benefit Pittsfield workers and families, including those at Greylock Federal Credit Union and in the hospitality sector. Local partners and Rep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier say the pilot will boost access to affordable, high-quality care, especially during nontraditional hours, and could become a model for the rest of Massachusetts.
   

2. State building authority to study Pittsfield High, Taconic as schools seek state building funds (berkshireeagle.com) — Pittsfield school leaders just learned the state will send senior architects and engineers next month to closely study Pittsfield High School and Taconic, a key early step toward possible major building funds. At the same time, the city is advancing plans for a new West Side elementary school that could replace Crosby and Conte and possibly include Stearns students, with crucial enrollment and design decisions coming over the next several months.
   

3. Pittsfield Police continue to investigate shooting on Onota Street (wnyt.com) — Pittsfield Police are still investigating a Tuesday night shooting on the 200 block of Onota Street that left two people with non-life-threatening injuries. Neighbors described hearing multiple gunshots, and blood remained visible on the sidewalk Wednesday evening. No arrests have been announced yet, and police have declined further comment while the investigation continues.
   

4. Pittsfield, MA Musician Easton Martin Is Survived By His Father, Dean, and his mother, Jenny (theunionstar.com) — Pittsfield residents are grieving the loss of young musician Easton Martin, remembered for his kindness and performances with local band Split Senses. A GoFundMe has surpassed its goal to help his family with funeral costs, and Downtown Pittsfield has canceled the band’s First Fridays at Five appearance while the community shares tributes and supports the Martins in their grief.
   

5. Berkshire Health System Blood Program Helps Shield County From National Shortage (iberkshires.com) — Even as the Red Cross declares a national blood shortage, Berkshire Health System’s donor program is keeping Pittsfield and the rest of Berkshire County relatively secure. The hospital-based center and mobile blood unit collect most of the blood used locally, and residents are encouraged to keep donating so Fairview, the Pittsfield main campus, and North Adams can stay well supplied.
   

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  • So , I’m 82 years old and earned a doctorate in education yesterday.
    I don’t think I would have been up for facing that committee without the support I received from this community in the last few days . Thank you for… (Nextdoor Downtown Pittsfield)
  • I just wanted to make this post and thank everyone that's helped me in any way to help prepare me for my surgery this Thursday.
    I also wanted to thank Jenna Vasari for helping me with a heating pad and many other helpful items! I am beyond thankful! My meeting with Jenna was… (Nextdoor Tyler)
  • Greylock Federal Credit Union posted a job opening for Personal Lines Account Manager II in Pittsfield. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Assistant Manager DOMINOS 3705 A GREAT CAREER!!! in Pittsfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pittsfield here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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