Easthampton
Easthampton launches city-run electricity program to lower bills for 13 months
EASTHAMPTON — The city is launching a new municipal aggregation program called Easthampton Community Electricity this October.
According to the city, the program is designed to provide stability, protection against seasonal energy price changes and offer alternatives to increase renewable energy use.
Easthampton invites nominations for Keys to the City program
EASTHAMPTON — Nominations are open for the second annual Keys to the City program. The public is invited to nominate outstanding individuals, groups and organizations whose service and leadership have significantly enriched the quality of life in Easthampton.
STRM: Velis sounds off on recent statewide issues
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” state Sen. John Velis sat down with co-hosts Ryan Feyre and me to discuss data centers, cellphone and social media policies, upcoming ballot questions and opioid settlement funds.
Milleron and Whalen debate ahead of primary, midterm elections
SPRINGFIELD — Two people looking to unseat U.S. Rep. Richard Neal in the Massachusetts 1st Congressional House District met at a debate on Aug. 11 to discuss their politics, priorities and approach. Of those, the most daylight between Nadia Milleron and Jeromie Whalen was in their approach.
City to interview applicants for historic Town Lodging property
EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton City Council Property Committee will interview two applicants who have submitted plans for the old Town Lodging property during its upcoming meeting on Aug. 26.
Rail Trail repairs, COA report lead City Council agenda
EASTHAMPTON — During a relatively quiet summer season, the Easthampton City Council approved funding for repairs to the Manhan Rail Trail and received a report on the work of the Easthampton Council on Aging and Enrichment Center.
Tina Lesniak
For autistic children, wandering presents persistent danger
A nonverbal teen with Down syndrome named Matteo left his house in Monson on June 29 without an adult’s knowledge. He was found two days later about a mile from his home. While the incident ended safely, it brought the issue of wandering among children with developmental disabilities to the forefront. State Rep. Angelo Puppolo joined the Office of the Child Advocate and the Department of Developmental Services in efforts to raise awareness about wandering among children with autism spectrum disorder.
Community input needed to help draft rent proposal
EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton Rent Study Committee is seeking community feedback to help them create a home rule petition for local rent stabilization. The committee, which has been working on a first draft of a policy proposal that places protections around rent...
90-unit affordable housing project proposed next to South Street in Easthampton
EASTHAMPTON — A major $45 million project that calls for affordable housing on the hill between Park Street and Westview Terrace will grace the Planning Board in the coming weeks.