South Hadley residents vote against five of 12 articles at Special Town Meeting
SOUTH HADLEY — At the Special Town Meeting on Nov. 13, South Hadley residents voted against five out of the 12 articles, including all of the proposed zoning bylaws.
Durant returns to Senate for Worcester and Hampshire District
Republican state Sen. Peter Durant (R-Spencer) bested his opponent Democrat and community activist Sheila Gibb to become the next senator from the Worcester and Hampshire District which includes the towns of Ware and Hardwick.
Record rates of food assistance needed, state grants seek to help
Food insecurity is an ongoing problem across the country, and Western Massachusetts is no different. According to an annual report from the Greater Boston Food Bank, 2023 saw 48% of people in Hampden County facing food insecurity. The same was true for 37% of Hampshire County residents.
Easthampton receives $4.4 million housing grant
EASTHAMPTON — The city of Easthampton was recently awarded a $4.4 million grant from the state’s HousingWorks Infrastructure Program to help accommodate a major housing project happening at 11 Ferry St.
Council resolution endorses embargo on U.S. arms to Israel
NORTHAMPTON — A resolution endorsing an embargo on U.S. arms to Israel in an act of protest against the war in Gaza was approved by the Northampton City Council during its Nov. 7 meeting.
Spill the Tea Sis continues connection with community
NORTHAMPTON — Spill the Tea Sis Apothecary has called their store on Main Street home for almost three years now and they have continued to immerse themselves within the Northampton community as a small business.