Amherst to welcome Year of the Dragon with Spring Festival
AMHERST — The community is invited to welcome in the Year of the Dragon and learn more about the spring festival at Amherst Regional Middle School on Saturday, Feb. 17.
Dream turns into reality for owner of Amherst pizza joint
AMHERST — Amit Kanoujia might have been spot-on when he said you say something at least twice a day that comes true.
Easthampton City Council approves CPA appropriations for affordable housing
EASTHAMPTON — At its Feb. 7 meeting, the Easthampton City Council approved $700,000 in Community Preservation Act funds for two affordable housing projects.
Easthampton Planning Board approves Loudville Road residential development
EASTHAMPTON — After several months of hearings, the Easthampton Planning Board officially approved the development of residential units on Loudville Road during its meeting on Feb. 6.
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.
Northampton Street speed limit reductions OK’d
EASTHAMPTON — After advocacy from the Easthampton City Council, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation has approved speed limit reductions of 5 to 10 miles per hour on Northampton Street.