Volunteers Sought For Friends of the Pittsfield Dog Park

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — With the City of Pittsfield's new dog park expected to open this summer, the city is seeking volunteers to join a new group, Friends of the Pittsfield Dog Park, which will help to support the park's goals for all users.
 
The dog park, which will be located within Burbank Park, near the Valentine Road entrance, will be a fenced in, off-leash area where well-behaved dogs can exercise, run free, and socialize in a clean, safe environment without endangering people, property or wildlife.
 
Becky Manship, the city's Recreation and Special Events Coordinator, said the group will be an important component of the park's success.
 
"It is important to establish a 'Friends of' group to foster a sense of community and on going support for this project," said Manship. "Volunteers will be the eyes and ears of the park on a regular basis, assist in maintaining a clean and safe park space, and communicate with city staffon any issues or recommendations to improve the park."
 
Volunteers do not have to be residents of Pittsfield. For those interested in becoming a member of the Friends of the Pittsfield Dog Park or are seeking additional information, please call 413- 499-9371 or email parks@cityofpittsfield.org.

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New Trial Denied for Caius Veiovis

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PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Caius Veiovis' request for a new trial was denied.

Veiovis, now 46, was one of three men convicted in the murder of David Glasser, Edward Frampton, and Robert Chadwell in 2011.  He is also known as Roy Gutfinski. 

In 2014, he was sentenced to three consecutive life terms for the alleged kidnapping, killing, and dismembering of the Pittsfield men. They were last seen at a city apartment shared by Glasser and Frampton on Aug. 28, 2011; their dismembered bodies were found in Becket that September.

According to AP News, Veiovis told the jury, "I'll see you in hell" after the conviction. 

On Tuesday, the Berkshire District Attorney's Office reported that following a final hearing held on June 26, 2026, Justice Michael D. Ricciuti issued an order on Oct. 23, 2026, denying Veiovis's motion for post-conviction relief. 

The motion had requested a new trial based chiefly on claims of ineffective assistance by his trial attorney and newly discovered evidence.

Post-conviction relief is a legal process that allows a convicted person to challenge a criminal conviction or sentence in the trial court after direct appeals have ended or were not filed.

"District Attorney Capeless' unwavering commitment to pursuing justice and ensuring it is maintained in this case has been truly remarkable," District Attorney Timothy Shugrue said. 

"His efforts in handling this difficult and complex criminal matter have helped make Berkshire County a safer place."

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