Easthampton

Easthampton mayoral candidates answer questions ahead of Nov. 4

By Trent Levakis | Oct 7, 2025

Easthampton mayoral candidates answer questions ahead of Nov. 4

EASTHAMPTON — With the Nov. 4 general election less than a month away, Reminder Publishing sent questionnaires to Easthampton mayoral candidates on the ballot.

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Easthampton author wins in fiction at state Book Awards

By Trent Levakis | Sep 30, 2025

Easthampton author wins in fiction at state Book Awards

EASTHAMPTON — Local author Jedediah Berry has received the prize for fiction for his latest work as the Massachusetts Center for the Book announced the winners of the 2025 Book Awards.

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Easthampton’s ‘Keys to City’ program honors first recipient

By Trent Levakis | Sep 30, 2025

Easthampton’s ‘Keys to City’ program honors first recipient

EASTHAMPTON — The newly introduced “Keys to the City” program saw its first recipient presented during the City Council’s Sept. 17 meeting as honoree Robin Bialecki was recognized for her work and leadership as executive director of the Easthampton Community Center.

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Easthampton City Council approves borrowing for Ferry Street Development District

By Trent Levakis | Sep 23, 2025

Easthampton City Council approves borrowing for Ferry Street Development District

EASTHAMPTON — During its Sept. 17 meeting, the Easthampton City Council voted to borrow $3 million toward the ongoing Ferry Street Development District following a public hearing.

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Renovation projects move forward in Easthampton

By Tina Lesniak | Sep 15, 2025

Renovation projects move forward in Easthampton

EASTHAMPTON — At its Sept. 3 meeting, the Easthampton City Council voted to move forward with funding on several renovation and reconstruction projects that will improve the city for its residents.

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Easthampton’s interim Mayor Salem Derby announces election bid

By Trent Levakis | Sep 15, 2025

Easthampton’s interim Mayor Salem Derby announces election bid

EASTHAMPTON — A fourth candidate for the Easthampton mayoral race has emerged as longtime City Councilor and interim Mayor Salem Derby has decided to throw his name in the ring.

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Easthampton hosts Sept. 11 ceremony

By Trent Levakis | Sep 15, 2025

Easthampton hosts Sept. 11 ceremony

EASTHAMPTON — A 9/11 remembrance ceremony was hosted for the public outside of the Public Safety Complex on what marks 24 years since the terrorist attacks in 2001.

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QueerCore Fest back for expanded second year in Easthampton

By Trent Levakis | Sep 8, 2025

QueerCore Fest back for expanded second year in Easthampton

EASTHAMPTON — After a great response for its inaugural year, QueerCore Fest 2025 is returning bigger and better this time around with an expanded two-day lineup featuring 13 bands.

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‘Keys to the City’ program announced by Easthampton’s interim mayor

By Trent Levakis | Sep 8, 2025

‘Keys to the City’ program announced by Easthampton’s interim mayor

EASTHAMPTON — Interim Mayor Salem Derby has introduced the “Keys to the City” program, a new initiative honoring individuals whose exceptional contributions have significantly enhanced the quality of life in the community.