Budget dominates South Hadley’s Town Meeting warrant
SOUTH HADLEY — The beat goes on in Suth Hadley as this year’s Town Meeting will feature one of the most consequential budget discussions in the community’s history.
32nd annual Springfest brings music back to multiple downtown locations
NORTHAMPTON — Streets will be filled with sounds of music on Saturday, May 16, as the Northampton Community Music Center will present its 32nd annual Springfest, featuring live performances across three outdoor stages in downtown Northampton.
Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill
The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.
Easthampton officials pitch $6.9 million override in an effort to save services
EASTHAMPTON — Easthampton will hold a special election on June 9 to vote on a proposed $6.9 million Proposition 2 ½ override, which would increase property taxes but likely save crucial services throughout the city.
Hampshire College community rallies following closure announcement
AMHERST — Passion and fervor were wholeheartedly apparent when a large gathering of Hampshire College students, faculty, staff and supporters of the school gathered at the Amherst Town Common on April 23 to support those impacted by the school’s recently announced closure.
Northampton City Council wants further discussion on group of ordinances
An ordinance to exempt two-family homes over 2,500 square feet from site plan approval will face further scrutiny from across multiple municipal bodies in the coming weeks.