Mayor Linda Tyer Appointed to MassHIRE State Workforce Board

11:24AM / Friday, September 28, 2018Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Gov. Charlie Baker has appointed Pittsfield Mayor Linda Tyer to the MassHIRE State Workforce Board for a two-year term.

The board, compiled of 33 members from across the state, advises the governor on building a strong workforce development system aligned with state education policies and economic development goals.

"I am so pleased to accept this appointment. This is the first time a Pittsfield mayor has been appointed to the MassHire State Workforce Board, and it will bring the City of Pittsfield to an important table of policymaking around workforce training. I look forward to the conversations and engagement ahead,” she said.

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Three Taken to Hospital After Pittsfield Shooting

iBerkshires Staff10:29PM / Sunday, August 16, 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass. -- Three people were taken to the hospital Sunday evening after a shooting near the intersection of Linden Street and Francis Avenue, police said.

According to a news release from Pittsfield Police, it received multiple 911 calls at 6:43 p.m. reporting a shooting at the location.

"PPD officers responded to the area and located evidence of a shooting, including shell casings," the release read.

Three people were taken to Berkshire Medical Center, police said. The interesection was temporarily closed while police investigated.

Pittsfield Police ask anyone with information about the shooting to call 413-448-9700. Information also can be provided anonymously by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).

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