BCC to Hold Workforce CompTIA Security Certification Virtual Trainings

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College's Workforce and Community Education department will hold a CompTIA Security-plus Certification virtual training beginning on March 31.
 
The 13-week training will occur online on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and run through June 25. Scholarships are available for eligible students. 
 
This training will equip participants with essential cybersecurity skills and prepare them for the CompTIA Security-plus certification exam. This industry-recognized certification validates the ability to secure networks, detect threats, and protect data.  
 
This course is ideal for individuals with CompTIA-plus certifications seeking advancement, information technology professionals looking to specialize in cybersecurity, and anyone working in the IT workforce aiming for career growth. 
 
This is not an introductory course. CompTIA recommends: CompTIA Network-plus and two years' experience working in a security/systems administrator role. 
 
Participants of this training will learn general security concepts and operations, threats, vulnerabilities and mitigations, security architecture and security program management and oversight. 
 
To register for the training, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/workforce. For more information, contact the Workforce and Community Education team at 413-236-2115. 

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Pittsfield Police Make Arrest in Weekend Stabbing

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police have arrested a suspect in a stabbing that occurred near Pearl and Eagle streets over the weekend.
 
David Smith, 65, of Pittsfield has been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and assault & battery with intent to commit murder.
 
The incident occurred on Saturday, Sept. 19, at about 1:26 p.m. Upon arrival, officers located a woman suffering from a severe abdominal injury. First aid was immediately rendered on scene, and the victim was transported to Berkshire Medical Center by County Ambulance.
 
The investigation included witness interviews, evidence collection, and the review of neighborhood surveillance footage, which police said identified the suspect as Smith. He was subsequently located in the area of North Street and placed him into custody without incident. 
 
The Pittsfield Police Department said it thanks "vigilant community members" who spoke with responding officers, as well as the staff at Pittsfield Public Schools and the YMCA for their assistance in resolving the incident quickly and safely.
 
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