Easthampton

By Tina Lesniak | Feb 27, 2024

Easthampton City Council approves funding for study of town lodging property

EASTHAMPTON — At its Feb. 21 meeting, the Easthampton City Council approved $100,000 in Community Preservation Act funding to study and survey the grounds and building at the Town Lodging House for possible future uses and rehabilitation.

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By Trent Levakis | Feb 27, 2024

Easthampton We the People team fundraising for nationals after latest state title

EASTHAMPTON — Once again the Easthampton High School We the People team has won the state championship and have their eyes set on the National Tournament in Washington, D.C., this April.

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By Ryan Feyre | Feb 27, 2024

Vegan Pizza Land opens Coffee Counter in Easthampton’s Keystone Mill building

EASTHAMPTON — The owners of a popular vegan pizza shop that opened last year are now making their presence felt in the breakfast realm with a grab-and-go concept perfect for the economic vitality that surrounds them.

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By Tina Lesniak | Feb 19, 2024

Conversation Circles bring English learners into Easthampton community

EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton Public Library is starting Conversation Circles to assist new English language learners in learning the language as well as becoming more a part of the community.

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By Ryan Feyre | Feb 19, 2024

Local Burger officially opens Easthampton location

EASTHAMPTON — Local Burger officially opened another restaurant this past week; this time at the former Riff’s Joint in Eastworks on Pleasant Street.

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By Tina Lesniak | Feb 13, 2024

Easthampton City Council approves CPA appropriations for affordable housing

EASTHAMPTON — At its Feb. 7 meeting, the Easthampton City Council approved $700,000 in Community Preservation Act funds for two affordable housing projects.

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By Dennis Hackett | Feb 13, 2024

Easthampton Planning Board approves Loudville Road residential development

EASTHAMPTON — After several months of hearings, the Easthampton Planning Board officially approved the development of residential units on Loudville Road during its meeting on Feb. 6.

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By Tina Lesniak | Feb 6, 2024

Gomez announces run for 2nd Hampshire seat

EASTHAMPTON — Easthampton City Council President Homar Gomez has announced his candidacy for state representative for the Second Hampshire District.

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By Tina Lesniak | Feb 6, 2024

Northampton Street speed limit reductions OK’d

EASTHAMPTON — After advocacy from the Easthampton City Council, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation has approved speed limit reductions of 5 to 10 miles per hour on Northampton Street.

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By Trent Levakis | Jan 30, 2024

Carey announces candidacy for Hampshire County Clerk of Courts

EASTHAMPTON — State Rep. Dan Carey (D-Easthampton) has announced his candidacy for the Hampshire County Clerk of Courts, with an official announcement set for Saturday, Feb. 17, at Hotel Northampton.