Sciarra announces FY26 Northampton school budget proposal
NORTHAMPTON — Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra has announced a proposed $43.89 million school budget for fiscal year 2026, a 5.88% increase from last year’s $41.45 million budget.
The Giant’s Harp debut EP expands on several genres
EASTHAMPTON — Local band The Giant’s Harp, a new group made up of musicians from rising force in the New England Grateful Dead music scene Mind Left Body, debuted their self-titled debut EP in April and are serving as an example of independent artists forging their path in the region.
Grow Food’s Tuesday Farmers Market new season underway
NORTHAMPTON — Grow Food Northampton’s Tuesday Market has returned for the spring and summer season, marking its 18th season in total and 10th season under the organization.
Springfield City Council approves ratified contract between police and city
SPRINGFIELD — A newly ratified contract between the city of Springfield and its just under 500 police officers was officially approved by the City Council during its April 28 hearings meeting.
Three candidates for Planning Board on May 17 Wilbraham ballot
WILBRAHAM — Each May, Wilbraham voters elect residents to vote on their behalf in the town government and on the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee. In total, 13 people are running for positions on nine boards and committees.
Hampden voters to consider budget, capital costs, building renovations
HAMPDEN — On May 12, the town of Hampden will conduct its spring Town Meeting at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria of the former Thornton W. Burgess School.