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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Greenfield to begin gas infrastructure project on Main Street
GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The city of Greenfield is beginning gasline infrastructure work this week on Main Street and at several intersections in the area. This construction work is taking place to overhaul the city's gasline infrastructure. Berkshire Gas and JS Rae have been contracted by the city of Greenfield to conduct work throughout the week, with all work estimated to be complete approximately 20 days from its starting date. West Springfield Middle School trail reopens following coyote sighting Work will begin at the crosswalk at Main Street and Court Square, traveling down Main Street to Conway Street. The following intersections will also be addressed during this infrastructure project: Main Street and Chapman Street Main Street and Miles Street Main Street and Wells Street Traffic detail officers will be on site during this time to ensure that traffic navigates the area safely. Drivers will be able to continue traveling in both directions on Main Street while work is being conducted. Work will also be paused during upcoming holidays and events in the city, including Memorial Day, Pride Parade, and the Green River Festival. Greenfield city officials say that these infrastructure projects are currently prioritized over the Main Street redesign that will be conducted by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. The redesign is currently projected to commence in 2029. This past week, city officials met with Berkshire Gas and JS Rae to discuss dust mitigation and proper storage of equipment ahead of the gas infrastructure project. Routine updates will be provided to the public by the city as the project continues to move forward. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Pittsfield to undergo street improvement projects throughout the week
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The city of Pittsfield is undergoing several street improvement projects throughout the week, resulting in temporary detours and parking bans. Westfield begins two year project to replace aging pipes Starting Monday, paving and curbing installation will begin on select streets in Pittsfield. From May 5 to May 8, crews will complete the first course of paving on Newell Street. On May 6, loam and seeds will be planted along Orlando Avenue. On May 8, the first course of paving will be completed on Meadow Lane, and on May 9, curbing will be installed on Newell Street. From Monday to Friday, on-street parking for these streets will be prohibited during the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pittsfield city officials stated that Berkshire Gas will be continuing to perform underground utility construction throughout the week, working at the following locations: East Street from Lyman Street to Merrill Road – alternate lane closures will be in place throughout the week. Holmes Road from Pomeroy Avenue to Williams Street – this street will be closed throughout the week. Drivers are asked to follow appropriate detours and seek alternate routes as necessary, using caution and reducing speed. Construction schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change, according to city officials. The Pittsfield Mayor's Office encourages residents to follow the City Hall Facebook page for updates. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
