The store is all new construction with expanded offerings.
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — After a devastating arson fire last October that burnt A-Mart Convenience Store to the ground, the North Street hallmark is once again open for business.
A-Mart officially reopened to the public on Tuesday. Owner Yogesh Patel said the store itself hasn't changed much besides the expansion of retail space in what used to be a barbershop in the L-shaped building.
The business has been a part of downtown Pittsfield for some three decades, making grocery, deli and other items accessible to residents of the lower-income area who may not have means of transportation.
Sonal Patel LLC of Chelmsford purchased the A-Mart in September 2017 for $1,113,691.
Since the convenience store portion of the one-story building was destroyed, the structure had to be completely rebuilt. The new A-Mart features high ceilings, automatic doors, an expanded deli area, and an expanded beer, wine, and liquor section.
Patel said a new sign is going to be installed out front but signage from the original A-Mart will be displayed inside to preserve its memory.
Though some construction is still being done on the exterior, A-Mart is ready to welcome its loyal customers and new customers back to the establishment.
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Pittsfield Man in Critical Condition After Stabbing
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A Pittsfield man was in critical condition after sustaining at least one stab wound in a Tuesday night incident.
Around 10:18 p.m. on Oct. 1, police responded to the area of Kent Avenue for a reported stabbing.
"The subsequent investigation revealed that a 30-year-old Pittsfield resident had sustained at least one stab wound and he was transported to Berkshire Medical Center for treatment," according to police.
"The victim's wound was considered life-threatening; he is still hospitalized and his last known condition was critical."
Investigators do not believe this was a random attack, and there is no known risk to the general public. A residence on Kent Avenue was searched by police late morning on Wednesday and a person of interest was identified.
No further information has been provided at this time.
Anyone who wishes to provide information is asked to contact the PPD Detective Bureau at 413-448-9705. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Detective Bureau Tip Line at 413-448-9706, or by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).
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