BCC to Hold Annual Harvest Run

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PITTSFIELD, Mass — Berkshire Community College (BCC)'s annual Harvest Run will be held Saturday, Nov. 1.
 
The event, led by Integritus Healthcare, includes a 5K trail run. New this year is a high school cross country invitational, offering a chance for Berkshire County high school students to compete on their own level. 
 
Bib pickup begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Paterson Field House, located on BCC's main campus at 1350 West Street in Pittsfield. The 5K run begins at 8:30 a.m., and the high school invitational begins at 10:30 a.m. 
 
The event includes a costume contest with the theme of Boomerang cartoons. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes. In addition, there will be a cook-off competition with samples, kids' activities and a craft table.  
 
Race fees are $25 for individual 5K registrants by October 31, or $30 on race day. All registered runners receive T-shirts (men's and women's sizes; supplies/sizes not guaranteed). Runners under age 18 are free. 
 
To register, or to become a sponsor or donor, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/harvestrun. High school students interested in participating in the invitational should inquire with their coaches or contact Berkshire Running Center at (413) 344-4472. 
 
Proceeds from the event benefit BCC's Nursing & Allied Health Programs. 

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Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects

PITTSFIELD, Mass.—; The City's Department of Public Services and Utilities sewer lining replacement project continues the week of Dec. 8.
 
The sewer lining will be replaced in several locations as outlined in the schedule below. This work includes lining aging sewer pipes to help prevent future breaks within the sewer line. There should be minimal to no impact on residential sewer lines during this work.
  • Dec. 8-10: Danforth Avenue (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
  • Dec. 11: Wahconah Street, between North Street and Seymour Street & Park Street between
  • Wahconah Street and Seymour Street (Overnight work-6:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.)
    • During this time, Wahconah Street, from North Street to Seymour Street, and Park Street, from Wahconah Street to Seymour Street, will be closed to traffic. Residents and emergency vehicles will be allowed to enter and exit the street if necessary. For more information about this project, please contact the Water Department at (413) 499-9339.
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