Northampton
Regional Youth Poetry Slam brings young voices to the stage
NORTHAMPTON — The Academy of Music Theatre is set to host its third annual Regional Youth Poetry Slam, an event that showcases the talent, passion and voices of young poets from across the Pioneer Valley.
GoBerry to return to Northampton in April on Main Street
GoBerry owners SiriNam Khalsa and Aaron Buford pose with one of their sweet treats.Photo credit: GoBerry ‘n Cream NORTHAMPTON — GoBerry ‘n Cream will be returning to Northampton at a new location on Main Street sometime in April. The exciting news for sweet treat...
New Forbes outdoor stage to break ground by end of March
NORTHAMPTON — Forbes Library will be breaking ground for its new outdoor performance stage by the end of March, with construction set to be completed in June and the stage ready for use by late summer.
Northampton City Council censures Ward 3 Councilor Rothenberg
NORTHAMPTON — Ward 3 City Councilor Quaverly Rothenberg was censured by the council following a March 12 special meeting called to address her conduct during a non-emergency dispatch call in which she “used her position in an improper way in an attempt to coerce...
Family Fourth Fireworks seeking funding support for 2025
NORTHAMPTON — The future of the Northampton Family Fourth Fireworks has become uncertain due to a significant funding shortfall, so organizers of the community favorite event are calling for support from the public.
Northampton mayor announces reelection bid
NORTHAMPTON — Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra is officially set to begin her reelection campaign following an announcement of her decision on March 9.
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.
Northampton City Council OK’s $295K in compromise of schools’ mid-year request
NORTHAMPTON — The School Committee and City Council were able to compromise on the committee’s request for a $600,000 mid-year appropriation as the council approved a $294,883.02 request during its March 6 meeting instead to cover lost positions from last summer’s cuts through the remainder of the school year.
Syrup Stampede returns in support of Empty Arms
NORTHAMPTON — Just as spring settles in, the Syrup Stampede 5K race and 2K fun run or walk will return on Sunday, April 6, and the pancake breakfast and race fundraiser will once again help the work of Empty Arms Bereavement Support.
K and E kicking off 5th season with ‘Spring Awakening’
The cast of K and E Theater Group’s latest production, “Spring Awakening” during a rehearsal.Photo credit: K and E Theater Group, Ken Comia. NORTHAMPTON — K and E Theater Group is once again inviting audiences to their newest run of shows, kicking off their fifth...
