Easthampton
Commission denies $31,000 CPA request for Easthampton Dog Park
EASTHAMPTON — The Friends of the Easthampton Dog Park was denied its request for $31,000 in Community Preservation Act funding to begin work at the future site of the dog park within Nonotuck Park. The city’s Parks and Recreation Committee denied the request during its April 9 meeting.
ValleyBike Share returning, expanding services
NORTHAMPTON — ValleyBike Share is returning to the region with its network of e-bikes and stations thanks to a recent state grant bringing back the services for the next two years.
All Hamptons Read programming running this month
All Hamptons Read 2025 has officially kicked off and throughout the rest of April, libraries across Hampshire County are collaborating on community events in celebration of reading and literature.
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.
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.
Walk for Tibet travels through Hampshire County
In recognition of the 66th anniversary of the National Tibetan Uprising Day, the Regional Tibetan Association of Massachusetts led a “Walk for Tibet” on March 10, starting in the morning in Amherst, through Northampton in the afternoon and ending the day in Easthampton.
Easthampton artist’s work to be on exhibit in Westfield
WESTFIELD — The Westfield Athenaeum is hosting an exhibit of the paintings of local artist Kim Carlino. The exhibit opened on March 10 and will run through May 3 inside the building’s gallery space.
Easthampton City Council sends Daley Field Road proposal back for more study
EASTHAMPTON — At its March 5 meeting, after many comments from Easthampton residents and discussion by the councilors, the Easthampton City Council voted to send the proposed traffic direction switch of Daley Field Road back to the Public Safety Committee.
Tina Lesniak
Easthampton’s We the People Team talks dominance, influence
EASTHAMPTON — Easthampton High School’s We the People Team has yet again captured a state title — their eighth straight — and are now preparing for April when they head to Washington, D.C., for the national tournament. The team is now seeking donations from the community to help fund the trip.
Easthampton City Council endorses mayor’s reaffirmation of ordinance
EASTHAMPTON — During its Feb. 19 meeting the Easthampton City Council voted to endorse Mayor Nicole LaChapelle’s reaffirmation of the city’s Welcoming Trust Ordinance.
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