Pittsfield Construction Updates: April 20-24

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield shares the following updates of ongoing construction projects:
 
West Street Improvement Project:
  • Sidewalk work continues east of Dewey Avenue and along Jubilee Apartments. Temporary pavement will be removed for some driveways and prepared for final paving. During this work, lane closures will occur, at times, in various sections along West Street creating temporary detours on neighboring roads. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes if possible.
  • April 23 & 24: Milling existing pavement in roadway from Backman Avenue to Government Drive/College Way.
 
Fenn Street Project:
  • Eversource continues their underground utility work on Fenn Street between North Street and Allen Street. This work is expected to continue over the next several weeks. The westbound lane on Fenn Street between Allen Street and North Street remains closed.
 
Sidewalk Repairs:
  • Sidewalk replacement will occur at:
    • Reid Middle School
    • Grove Street between 74-76 Grove Street to repair the section that was removed for emergency sewer repair.
    • Lexington Parkway and into Herberg Middle School. A flashing beacon will also be installed at this location.
    • Replacement of panels lifted by tree roots near 65 Marlboro Avenue.
 
It is important to note that the schedule for each project is subject to change based upon weather conditions. 
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Pittsfield's Highland Restaurant Closing After 90 Years of Business

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The Highland Restaurant will close after 90 years of serving locals pasta, seafood, and other Italian favorites. 

On Sunday, the restaurant announced on social media that August will be its last month in business. 

"In 1936, The Highland Restaurant opened its doors with overarching goals of bringing people together, serving great food, and creating lasting memories. For 90 years, generations of families, friends, and neighbors have made The Highland part of their lives. It has been our privilege to be part of yours," a Facebook post reads. 

"As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we have also reached a natural conclusion. It is with a rush of mixed emotions that we announce August will be our final month in business." 

The eatery at 100 Fenn Street, right next to City Hall, is owned by Pasquale, Gerardo and Dario Arace.  The owners wrote that The Highland has always been more than a restaurant: "It has been our family's home and life's work." 

They hope that every time people think of The Highland,  it is with a smile.

"We are endlessly grateful to our employees, with some being with us for more than 50 years, for their loyalty, dedication, and friendship," the post reads. 

"Above all, thank you to the people of Berkshire County and beyond. Your support, kindness, and memories have sustained us for nine decades. We hope The Highland will always be remembered not just for the meals we served, but for the moments shared around our tables." 

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