BCAC Offers Free Tax Preparation Services for Eligible Residents

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Community Action Council (BCAC) is offering free tax preparation services through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for individuals living or working in Massachusetts with a gross income of $67,000 or less. 
 
The program prioritizes seniors, people with disabilities, and those with limited English proficiency.
 
The VITA program will operate from Feb. 1, 2025, to April 15, 2025, with in-person tax preparation available by appointment only at multiple locations, including BCAC offices in Pittsfield and North Adams.
 
Participants must bring essential documents such as photo identification, Social Security cards, and relevant tax forms. The program will not accept original documents, but copiers are available at BCAC offices.
 
For appointments and more information, residents can call 413-418-3668 or 413-418-3685 for South and Central Berkshire County and 413-663-3014 for Northern Berkshire County.
 
More details are available at www.bcacinc.org.

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Two Pittsfield Homes Struck by Gunfire on Memorial Drive

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Sunday May 31 at approximately 1:19am, Pittsfield Police Department (PPD) officers responded to the intersection of Memorial Drive and Doyle Drive for a 13- round ShotSpotter Activation. 
 
At least two residences were struck by gunfire and investigators located 17 shell casings on scene. 
 
No injuries were reported.
 
This incident is currently under investigation and anyone who wishes to report information is asked to contact PPD at 413-448-9700. Information can also be provided anonymously by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411.)
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