BCC to Hold New Student Orientation

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College (BCC) will hold a New Student Orientation on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The free session, open to all registered students, will be held on BCC's main campus, located at 1350 West Street, Pittsfield. To register, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/orientation.

Check-in begins at 8 a.m. at the Koussevitzky Arts Center. The schedule for the day is as follows:

8–9 a.m.: Check-in, Breakfast and Resource Fair. Start your day with a warm welcome. Check in, grab a light breakfast and ease into the morning. Meet friendly representatives from campus offices who are here to support your success.
9–10 a.m.: Welcome Address. Hear from campus leaders and get inspired as you begin your journey at BCC.
10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: Breakout Sessions. Choose from a variety of engaging 30-minute sessions designed to help you start strong at BCC. Topics include:
- Meet your BCC Faculty and Deans
- Navigating Your First Week of Classes
- Time Management Tips for Success
- You may also customize your experience based on what matters most to you.
12:30–1:30 p.m.: Lunch and Connections. Enjoy a catered lunch while connecting with BCC faculty and fellow students in relaxed, small-group conversations.
1:30 p.m.: Formal Program Ends. Not ready to leave? Stick around for a campus tour, get your student ID and explore.

For more information, email studentengagement@berkshirecc.edu or call (413) 236-1603.

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Pittsfield Holiday Inn Temporarily Closes

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
02:02PM / Thursday, October 08, 2026

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— The Holiday Inn & Suites is temporarily shut down, and 101 Restaurant & Bar has closed its doors until further notice.

The hotel has been closed since Sept. 25, after its last working elevator of three broke down. The Berkshire Eagle reported that guests were forced to evacuate because an elevator broke down.

On Wednesday, 101 Restaurant & Bar posted on Facebook that they would close until further notice due to circumstances beyond their control and the closure of the Holiday Inn.

"We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We thank you and our staff for your patience. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as we are able," the owners wrote.

The central downtown, 12-story hotel has nearly 180 guest rooms. Massachusetts requires public multi-level buildings and facilities to have elevator access.

The Holiday Inn recently demolished its crumbling parking garage and is replacing it with a smaller one. The building at 1 West Street was constructed in 1972; it was formerly known as the Crowne Plaza.

101 Restaurant opened five years ago within the hotel. It is owned by John and Tucker McNinch, who formerly operated the Olde Heritage Tavern in Lenox.

Signs on the hotel's entrance explain that the doors are temporarily locked. Anyone with questions is encouraged to call (413) 499-2000.

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