Northampton seeks input from residents on Opioid Settlement funds
NORTHAMPTON — Northampton’s Department of Health and Human Services is currently looking for community input about how the city should spend its Opioid Settlement Funding.
Northampton City Council approves upgrades to outdoor lighting ordinance
NORTHAMPTON — After many meetings that date all the way back to October 2023, the Northampton City Council unanimously approved upgrades to its outdoor lighting policies to promote more energy efficiency and better safety throughout the city during its Feb. 1 meeting.
Northwestern DA forms task force to address animal welfare issues
NORTHAMPTON — The Northwestern District Attorney’s Office has launched an Animal Protection Task Force to help strengthen animal welfare efforts across Hampshire and Franklin Counties.
Two new triplexes slated for 14 Garfield St. in Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — Two new triplex units are coming to 14 Garfield St. in Northampton after the Planning Board unanimously approved a site plan review for the project during a late January meeting.
Historical Commission to discuss cupola situation at St. John Cantius
NORTHAMPTON — During its Jan. 29 meeting, the Historical Commission decided to delay conversations around what to do about a cupola that was recently removed from the St. John Cantius Church to its Feb. 26 meeting.
Mayor outlines FY25 school budget concerns during joint meeting
NORTHAMPTON — School spending has so far been a main concern during preliminary budget discussions for fiscal year 2025, and that trend continued during a recent annual joint meeting focusing on the financial condition of the city.