Pittsfield Construction Updates: April 27-May 1

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield shared the following updates of ongoing construction projects:
 
West Street Improvement Project:
  • April 27: Temporary line painting. Drivers should expect delays and short-term lane closures while paint is applied and dries. Please use caution when traveling these roadway and seek alternate routes to avoid traffic delays.
  • April 28 - May 1: Adjusting structures to final pavement elevation. Drivers should use caution, as structures will be raised temporarily as this work is being completed.
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.

Catch Basin Cleaning:

  • Catch basin cleaning will occur on:
    • Leroi Drive
    • Roselyn Drive
    • Loumar Drive
    • Woodleigh Road (near Route 20)
    • Springside Avenue
    • Tyler Street
    • Grove Street
    • Brown Street
    • Woodlawn Avenue
Sidewalk Repairs:
  • Marlboro Drive
    • Replacement of panels between 55-65 Marlboro Drive
  • East Street:
    • Reconstruction of pedestrian ramps and setup up for installation of pedestrianbeacons. Please note that pedestrians will be unable to use crosswalks near Berkshire Superior Court (76 East Street), St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church (67 East Street), and Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church (27 East Street) from April 27- 29. This area will be closed to pedestrian traffic from April 27-29 while work is underway.
  • Bank Row:
    • Replacement of pedestrian ramp near Berkshire Probate & Family Court and the Berkshire Middle Registry of Deeds (44 Bank Row) and damaged brick pavers. This area will be closed to pedestrian traffic from April 27-May 1 while work is underway.
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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