BCC Spring Semester Starts Jan. 21

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) begins its spring semester Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2023.

A variety of learning options is offered, including in-person, online and hybrid. Fully online options are now available for associate degrees and certificates in business, medical coding and liberal arts.

Thanks to funding from the Commonwealth, community college tuition is free for most students who do not hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Some students are also eligible for free books and supplies.

Prospective students may apply online at www.berkshirecc.edu/apply or visit the OneStop Enrollment Center, where admissions advisors are on hand to help with applications and financial aid. Accepted students should register for classes with their advisor.

BCC offers more than 50 programs of study. Students may earn certificates and degrees in allied health, business, computer information systems, criminal justice, education, engineering, environmental and life sciences, fine and performing arts, fire science, health science, hospitality, human services, liberal arts, mechatronics, medical coding, natural and physical sciences, nursing and more.

To learn more about applying to BCC, view a course catalogue or schedule a tour, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/spring.

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New Trial Denied for Caius Veiovis

Staff Reports01:11PM / Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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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