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 — 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.
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.
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.
EASTHAMPTON — In a lengthy meeting, the Easthampton City Council carefully weighed several financial decisions and ultimately decided to hold off on a decision about the disposition of the Town Lodging property.
SOUTH HADLEY — Residents may once again be asked to pay more in taxes as the South Hadley town administration and Selectboard are continuing to look at options to save proposed positions and service cuts.