Easthampton
Neal talks Medicaid at Riverside Industries
EASTHAMPTON — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) visited Riverside Industries on March 18 to discuss the impact of proposed Medicaid cuts on the First Congressional District.
Applicants wanted for CitySpace’s Pay It Forward program
EASTHAMPTON — CitySpace’s Pay It Forward program is open once again and performers and arts organizations are encouraged to apply for the opportunity for free space, a stipend, skill building and stage access.
Walk for Tibet travels through Hampshire County
In recognition of the 66th anniversary of the National Tibetan Uprising Day, the Regional Tibetan Association of Massachusetts led a “Walk for Tibet” on March 10, starting in the morning in Amherst, through Northampton in the afternoon and ending the day in Easthampton.
Easthampton artist’s work to be on exhibit in Westfield
WESTFIELD — The Westfield Athenaeum is hosting an exhibit of the paintings of local artist Kim Carlino. The exhibit opened on March 10 and will run through May 3 inside the building’s gallery space.
Easthampton City Council sends Daley Field Road proposal back for more study
EASTHAMPTON — At its March 5 meeting, after many comments from Easthampton residents and discussion by the councilors, the Easthampton City Council voted to send the proposed traffic direction switch of Daley Field Road back to the Public Safety Committee.
Easthampton’s We the People Team talks dominance, influence
EASTHAMPTON — Easthampton High School’s We the People Team has yet again captured a state title — their eighth straight — and are now preparing for April when they head to Washington, D.C., for the national tournament. The team is now seeking donations from the community to help fund the trip.
Easthampton City Council endorses mayor’s reaffirmation of ordinance
EASTHAMPTON — During its Feb. 19 meeting the Easthampton City Council voted to endorse Mayor Nicole LaChapelle’s reaffirmation of the city’s Welcoming Trust Ordinance.
Balch introduced at Easthampton School Committee meeting
EASTHAMPTON — For the first time since her hiring, future Easthampton Superintendent Michelle Balch was introduced publicly by the School Committee during its Feb. 11 meeting.
Tenants association shines light on spike to rent
EASTHAMPTON — An Easthampton apartment complex recently saw its owners implement a 40% plus rent increase — with only 10 days notice for residents to sign the new lease with the new rate effective starting Feb. 1 — causing the tenants of the building and advocates for affordable housing to speak out and shine a light on the situation.
Easthampton Theater Company to present ‘On Golden Pond’
EASTHAMPTON — Opening March 15 at Williston Theater, the Easthampton Theater Company will present its latest production, “On Golden Pond,” the beloved Ernest Thompson classic.