Neal talks Medicaid at Riverside Industries
EASTHAMPTON — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) visited Riverside Industries on March 18 to discuss the impact of proposed Medicaid cuts on the First Congressional District.
Magic for Maddie rises above the rim for pediatric cancer research
SOUTHAMPTON — Norris Elementary School will host the third annual Magic for Maddie 3v3 basketball tournament on Saturday, March 29, and Sunday, March 30, in what has become a slam dunk of an effort to raise funds in support of pediatric cancer research.
Applicants wanted for CitySpace’s Pay It Forward program
EASTHAMPTON — CitySpace’s Pay It Forward program is open once again and performers and arts organizations are encouraged to apply for the opportunity for free space, a stipend, skill building and stage access.
South Hadley schools propose cuts to 19 positions; programs
SOUTH HADLEY — Both the town and school administration have stated that the fiscal year 2026 budget cycle will be a tough year, to which Superintendent Mark McLaughlin and Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Business Operations Jennifer Voyik recently provided some updates.
Northampton City Council censures Ward 3 Councilor Rothenberg
NORTHAMPTON — Ward 3 City Councilor Quaverly Rothenberg was censured by the council following a March 12 special meeting called to address her conduct during a non-emergency dispatch call in which she “used her position in an improper way in an attempt to coerce city...
Family Fourth Fireworks seeking funding support for 2025
NORTHAMPTON — The future of the Northampton Family Fourth Fireworks has become uncertain due to a significant funding shortfall, so organizers of the community favorite event are calling for support from the public.