Two Pittsfield Habitat for Humanity Homes Open for Tours

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity is inviting the public to tour two newly built, affordable homes at 21 and 23 Murphy Place during upcoming open houses in February.
 
Located on a dead-end street just off Upper North Street heading towards Pontoosuc Lake, these three-bedroom, one-bath condominiums offer an opportunity for income-qualified buyers to achieve homeownership.
 
The homes will be sold to families earning between 50 percent and 65 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI). For Pittsfield, current income eligibility ranges by household size are approximately:
  • Family of 2: $49,150 – $63,895
  • Family of 3: $55,300 – $71,890
  • Family of 4: $61,400 – $79,820
  • Family of 5: $66,350 – $86,255
Prospective homeowners who can afford approximately $1,700 per month may be eligible to purchase one of the homes. Estimated monthly payments include principal and interest at current rates, as well as estimated property taxes and homeowner’s insurance. Rates are representative of recent offers.
 
The open houses will be held on:
  • Friday, February 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
The homes feature modern, energy-efficient construction, Whirlpool Energy Star appliances including full-size washers and dryers, and energy-saving mini-split heat pumps for cooling and heating.
 
 
Anyone with questions can call 413.442.3181 x7 or email Homes@BerkshireHabitat.org.

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Rutledge Defense Seeks Dismissal of Rape Charges Over Statute of Limitations

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Superior Court courtroom was filled on Thursday as proceedings resumed on the high-profile case against former Miss Hall's School teacher Matthew Rutledge, with the court hearing arguments on his motion to dismiss.
 
 
On Thursday, Rutledge, represented by attorney Ryan Schiff, appeared before Judge Michael Callahan to seek dismissal of all three counts, arguing that prosecutors were attempting to circumvent the statute of limitations and had failed to disclose what Schiff characterized as "highly exculpatory evidence."
 
More than 100 attendees filled the pews, some wearing orange carnations to show solidarity with the accusers, Melissa Fares and Hilary Simon. 
 
As Rutledge attempted to leave the courtroom following Judge Callahan's departure, several attendees voiced their outrage, shouting "Shame," "You can't hide behind the bad law," and "We know what you did."  
 
Judge Callahan re-entered the courtroom to condemn these outbursts and directed court officers to record their names and bar them from attending future proceedings on this case.
 
The nearly hour-long hearing centered on competing interpretations of the language and legislative intent behind Massachusetts' statute of limitations, particularly whether Rutledge's temporary absences from the state could extend the time prosecutors have to bring charges.
 
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