Burlington Store Opening in Pittsfield This Fall

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. 

Strategic Systems Programs Sees Command Change in Pittsfield

01:58PM / Monday, July 07, 2025

Cmdr. Todd Williamson, right, is the new commanding officer at SPS. With him are former commander Capt. Kyle Kebold, left, and SPS Director Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe Jr. 

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Strategic Systems Programs saw a change in command last month with Navy Cmdr. Todd Williamson taking charge. 

 

He relieved Capt. Kyle Kobold, commanding officer for SSP's Program Management Office, Shipboard Systems. The office is located at General Dynamics. 

 

The change in command ceremony on June 5 was presided over by Vice Adm. Johnny Wolfe Jr., director of SSP. 

 

Wolfe delivered remarks, including a list of accomplishments SSP achieved under the guidance of Kobold, who received a  Meritorious Service Award. Williamson assumes command of the PMO having recently served as the SSP technical director.

 

SSP is responsible for initiating, developing, and coordinating Strategic Weapon System, Guided Missile Submarine (Nuclear-Powered) Attack Weapon System, and Nuclear Weapon Security program planning, program evaluation, budget data, requirements analysis, and other technical, engineering, and program services in support of and as directed by the director for SSP.

 

SSP is the Navy command that provides cradle-to-grave lifecycle support for the sea-based leg of the nation's nuclear triad. The command is responsible for sustaining the strategic weapon system (SWS) on the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBN) and supporting the integration of the D5LE weapon system on the new Columbia-class SSBNs.