NORTHAMPTON — The City Council failed to pass the proposed fiscal year 2026 vote after a 5-3 vote in favor of its passing did not meet the required two-thirds threshold to pass, but under state law the originally proposed budget by Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra (as amended) will now go into effect July 1.
EASTHAMPTON — A kickoff event for the campaign of mayoral candidate Lindsi Sekula will take place on Saturday, June 28, from 2-4 p.m. at Abandoned Building Brewery in Easthampton. The first-time candidate for mayor indicates she is looking forward to the challenge of campaign season.
NORTHAMPTON — A housing lottery for Prospect Place, an affordable apartment community currently under renovation is now open for interested applicants.
NORTHAMPTON — The City Council was set to reconvene on Wednesday, June 18, to try and settle a final vote on the city’s budget after postponing the vote to approve the $145 million proposed city budget following its June 5 meeting.
NORTHAMPTON — The 13th annual Northampton Family Fourth Celebration returns on Saturday, June 21, starting at 5 p.m. and is set for another family fun filled evening at Look Memorial Park watching the night sky fill with bright color.