image description — A rendering submitted by Burlington Stores showing what the sign will look like on the former Staples in Pittsfield.

Burlington Store Opening in Pittsfield This Fall

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
12:17PM / Wednesday, July 02, 2025Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A new discount retail store will open in Berkshire Crossing in the next few months.

Burlington Stores Inc. announced that its location at 555 Hubbard Ave. will open in the fall. A spokesperson reported that the new store, in the former Staples, will create 65-75 jobs in the community.

It is said to be a reimagined store with a new layout.

"The Pittsfield location features Burlington's reimagined store layout and new store logo 'Deals. Brands. WOW!' These updates are part of Burlington's broader initiative to elevate the in-store shopping experience," a press release reads.

"All new Burlington stores now open in the refreshed format, featuring thoughtfully organized aisles and bold signage making it easier than ever to navigate the store and get inspiration for the latest must-have trends. While approximately half of the brand's existing locations have already been converted, the remaining stores are expected to transition to the new format by the end of 2026."

The company started as Burlington Coat Factory in New Jersey more than 50 years ago selling off-price coats out of a factory building. Today, Burlington Stores is a nationally recognized off-price retailer with more than 1,100 stores nationwide.

The Pittsfield store will bring the total number of locations in Massachusetts to 25. It will carry ladies' apparel, including petites and plus sizes, menswear with big and tall sizing options, kids' and juniors' apparel, baby items, footwear, beauty and fragrance, home decor, and pet care and toys.

Earlier this year, the Zoning Board of Appeals approved a sign exemption for Burlington Stores that allows the company to place a sign larger than 100 square feet on the space. The nearly 147-square-foot sign on the storefront reads "Burlington" with "Deals. Brands. WOW!" underneath.

"As Burlington continues to expand its footprint, they remain focused on finding great talent to join their growing company," the press release reads.

While local openings are not yet listed, interested applicants are encouraged to visit BurlingtonStores.jobs to apply online.

Last fall, signs appeared on Staples' front window indicating it would close on Dec. 13.

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Pittsfield Committee Recommends Scanlon for City Audit

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
04:30AM / Thursday, August 06, 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— After the bid for a new auditing company came back over 30 percent higher, Pittsfield will stick with Scanlon and Associates.

On Tuesday, the Auditing Services Evaluation Committee voted to advance Scanlon to the City Council for an independent audit. CliftonLarsonAllen also responded to the bid, but came in costing $120,000 more.

"I have to go with saving money for the city. I mean, the discrepancy is too much of a difference," committee member Karen Kalinowsky said.

"The city could have use for that difference over the next three years."

This process was prompted by Rule 40 of the council rules and the City Charter, where in any year the City Council votes to hold a procurement process for an independent certified public accountant or firm to audit Pittsfield's books and accounts, the city must, through its Finance Committee with the assistance of the purchasing department, solicit requests for proposals or invitations for bids before June 1.

The council in March recommended that the purchasing agent draft a request for proposals and put it out to bid.

Ward 1 Councilor Kenneth Warren, who has been vocally in favor of the independent audit for years, said the city doesn't have to follow a bidding process for the professional service, "We are doing this so the public knows that we're being professional, and a looking for other options, looking at what the best options are, and comparing them based on what they can offer and what the cost is."

Board member Kathy Amuso said both CLA and Scanlon have equitable reviews with high recommendations. Especially considering the budget crisis Pittsfield is in, she moved to recommend Scanlon to the full council.

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