Fundraising goal nearly met for new playground at Hadley Elementary School
HADLEY — After extensive fundraising efforts, the fundraising committee for the new playground at Hadley Elementary School only needs about $20,000 more to reach its goal.
CISA bike ride offers visits to three Hatfield farms
HATFIELD — Warm sunshine on a Sunday morning, delicious food and easy exercise will make June 2 a day for biking pleasure among the farms and fields of Hatfield. A nonprofit, CISA, Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture, will stage a fundraiser that morning that loops around three farms and serves up Crooked Stick popsicles at the end.
State approves Valley Green Energy, Amherst leads community choice aggregation
AMHERST — The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities’ approved the Valley Green Energy Community Choice Aggregation application, which will now lead to Amherst, Northampton and Pelham having collective buying power to purchase electricity more competitively and increase the amount of renewable energy in the electricity supply.
Amherst Planning Board approves two-story carriage house for the Evergreens
AMHERST — The Amherst Planning Board unanimously approved a site plan review by the Emily Dickinson Museum for a new 1,650 square-foot, two-story carriage house right next to the Evergreens on 232 Main St.
Mental health program coming to Easthampton High
EASTHAMPTON — A national program that helps students who need intensive mental health support is on the verge of coming to Easthampton High School next school year.
Northampton Planning Board approves Day Avenue housing
NORTHAMPTON — The Planning Board approved a major site plan for a small homes and cottages project at 39 Day Ave. during its April 25 meeting.