Local vintage book fair returns to Northampton for its second year
NORTHAMPTON — A local book fair featuring myriad vendors in the area is returning for its second year in Northampton after a successful inaugural showing.
Cottage Street artists in Easthampton express concerns about incoming rent spike
EASTHAMPTON — Over five dozen artists and creative businesses at Cottage Street Studios in Easthampton are advocating to keep their current workspaces affordable after the building’s landlord, Riverside Industries, announced in April that rents for its tenants will increase come September.
Election, meeting to determine Belchertown school building project
BELCHERTOWN — Residents will soon have an opportunity to decide how to proceed with the Jabish Brook Middle School project during the upcoming special town election and special Town Meeting.
Ware remembers those lost in service to nation
WARE — On May 26, the Ware Historical Society had their 14th Annual Ware Remembers, honoring loved ones on Memorial Day weekend.
Route 9 bridge dedication honors fallen hero
BELCHERTOWN — On May 26, community members, local leaders and state officials commemorated the dedication of the Route 9 highway bridge connecting Belchertown and Ware, now named the Kenneth J. Iwasinski Memorial Bridge in honor of Army Specialist Kenneth J. Iwasinski.
Western Mass. senators push priorities in budget debate
Following a vigorous May 23 debate session, the nearly $60 billion budget reached unanimous approval by the Massachusetts state Senate. Members adopted more than 400 of the 1,100 amendments filed, resulting in close to $90 million of additional spending with Western Massachusetts lawmakers maintaining the regions stake in funding.