Pittsfield Road Work and Construction Updates: May 4-8

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield shares the following updates of road work and ongoing construction projects:
 
Road Work:
  • May 4 & May 5: Milling on Scalise Dr., Meleca Ave., Darlene Ave. & Kenwood St.
Lowering Structures on Brunswick St. & Fairfield St.
  • May 6: Milling Brunswick St. & Fairfield St.
  • May 7 & May 8: First coarse paving for Scalise Dr., Meleca Ave., Darlene Ave., Kenwood St. & Brunswick St.
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 Appleton Avenue between East Street to Dawes Avenue to replace the asphalt sections along the east side of the street. This work will take place over the next three to four weeks.
It is important to note that the schedule for each project is subject to change based upon weather conditions. 
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Taconic High Names Top Students of the Class of 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Taconic High School Principal Matthew Bishop has announced the valedictorian and salutatorian of the class of 2026. 
 
They will speak during the graduation ceremony on Friday, June 12, at 4 p.m at Tanglewood in Lenox. 
 
Gavin O'Donnell, son of Kevin and Colleen O'Donnell of Pittsfield, has been named valedictorian with a grade average of 103. Hunter Bentz, son of Heidi Bentz of Pittsfield, has been named salutatorian with a grade average of 102.4.
 
Throughout his high school career, O'Donnell has exemplified the values of leadership, commitment, and excellence that define the Taconic community. He achieved high honors all four years and made significant contributions to both the school and the wider community. He was an active member of the Link Crew, Green and Gold, and Class Council, just to name a few of his activities. 
 
A dedicated athlete, O'Donnell played soccer and baseball all four years and was named captain of the varsity soccer and baseball teams both junior and senior years. His commitment to service extended beyond athletics, as he volunteered with Unified Games and was a math tutor at Taconic. He has also been an active part of Pittsfield Soccer Club, where he has helped
referee youth soccer games and assisted in getting the fields ready for game days.
 
He has earned several awards, including being a member of the National Honor Society,  the John and Abigail Adams Award, and being an AP Scholar and an AP Capstone Graduate. 
 
O'Donnell plans to pursue a degree in finance at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., where he will continue to play baseball and hopes to excel as a student. 
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