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Founded 1761 | Population 42,000 | Peak 42,000 (2024) | County Berkshire County

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Latest News in Pittsfield

Feb 13, 2016
Mom and Dad who Neglected Starved Baby Learn Their Fates
BOSTON — In a case that shocked many, a Massachusetts couple faced the consequences of their actions on February 13, 2016, after…
Mar 19, 2015
Woman Whose Car Flipped Over Thinks Man Coming Help Then Sees what Hes
BOSTON — On a rainy March evening in 2015, Sarah Thompson’s drive home took a terrifying turn when her car skidded off the…
Jan 16, 2015
Mom Warns Other Parents After Cvs Medication Debacle Almost Ended Tragedy
BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2015 — A routine pharmacy visit nearly turned tragic for a Massachusetts mom, who says a mix-up at her local CV…

Complete Historical Timeline

1761 Culture
Inc

Did You Know?

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Melville wrote Moby-Dick nearby.
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Berkshire County seat.
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Near Tanglewood.

Famous People from Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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Elizabeth Banks
Actor, Voice Actor · Born Feb 10, 1974 · Age 52
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William Miller
Farmer, Preacher · Born Feb 15, 1782 · Died Dec 20, 1849 (age 67)
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Adrian Pasdar
Actor, Composer · Born Apr 30, 1965 · Age 60
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Emily Robison
Actor, Composer · Born Aug 16, 1972 · Age 53
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Mary Ann Glendon
Lawyer, Politician · Born Oct 7, 1938 · Age 87

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