potholes

One of the first questions locals ask Pittsfield Mayor Linda Tyer over and over is “when is Pittsfield going to fix the potholes.”  Every New England municipality faces the same issue.  The drastic temperature changes over four seasons, the use of salt, sand, and city plows during the winter causes havoc on our roadways. Parking is prohibit...

Potholes. Potholes. Potholes. If you live in an area that sees a drastic swing in temperatures, by the time the spring season rolls around, you're likely knee (or tire) deep in pesky potholes. Based on social media, there is nothing Massachusetts residents like to complain about more, but unfortunately in New England, it's just a way of life...

Every one of us who ventures out onto the roads on a daily basis gets to play the game of "Guess How Deep That Pothole Is?"

The city has been getting complaints left and right about the potholes that are scattered around the city's roads.

That's right, it's pothole season again. It's that special time of year where the magic of the holidays has long disappeared and people have returned to their normal less than cheerful selves. And what do grumpy people like to do? Complain. And what is their favorite thing to complain about...

Pizza and Potholes? Unlikely combination, but Domino's Pizza want's to insure your pizza arrives to your front door safely, so much so, they're willing to pave your roads! Nominate your city or town today.

After silence all winter, I finally have to complain about potholes. I discovered the absolute worst potholes in the City of Pittsfield.

Pittsfield roads suffered this winter as the temperature fluctuated frequently to new highs and lows, but city workers are already hitting the black top patching the roads as quickly as possible.

Take our poll and weigh in on this winter's pothole situation.

As Mayor Linda Tyer begins her third year in charge of the city, this morning she discussed a new toter system, potholes, and the waste water treatment issue.