Pittsfield Cultural Council Seeks FY2027 Grant Applications

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Pittsfield Cultural Council will continuing accepting for 2027 Mass Cultural Council grants until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 15.
 
The PCC invites artists, musicians, performers, educators, community groups, non-profits, and others to apply for grants to support art shows, concerts, performances, workshops, lectures, short-term artist residencies in schools, and other community programs.  
 
Applications for 2027 must be submitted only through the MCC website (not by mail or email). No late applications will be accepted. The PCC will vote on applications in open meetings in the fall of 2026 and notify successful recipients by mid-January 2027. 
 
The PCC gives highest priority to proposals for free community events and programs with a clear purpose and confirmed dates and venues. Applicants are encouraged to provide letters of support from event or project hosts or sponsors.
 
To apply and learn more, visit the PCC home page here. For more information, email pittsfieldculture@yahoo.com.
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New Trial Denied for Caius Veiovis

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PITTSFIELD, Mass.— Caius Veiovis' request for a new trial was denied.

Veiovis, now 46, was one of three men convicted in the murder of David Glasser, Edward Frampton, and Robert Chadwell in 2011.  He is also known as Roy Gutfinski. 

In 2014, he was sentenced to three consecutive life terms for the alleged kidnapping, killing, and dismembering of the Pittsfield men. They were last seen at a city apartment shared by Glasser and Frampton on Aug. 28, 2011; their dismembered bodies were found in Becket that September.

According to AP News, Veiovis told the jury, "I'll see you in hell" after the conviction. 

On Tuesday, the Berkshire District Attorney's Office reported that following a final hearing held on June 26, 2026, Justice Michael D. Ricciuti issued an order on Oct. 23, 2026, denying Veiovis's motion for post-conviction relief. 

The motion had requested a new trial based chiefly on claims of ineffective assistance by his trial attorney and newly discovered evidence.

Post-conviction relief is a legal process that allows a convicted person to challenge a criminal conviction or sentence in the trial court after direct appeals have ended or were not filed.

"District Attorney Capeless' unwavering commitment to pursuing justice and ensuring it is maintained in this case has been truly remarkable," District Attorney Timothy Shugrue said. 

"His efforts in handling this difficult and complex criminal matter have helped make Berkshire County a safer place."

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