Northampton
Former city officer David Dombrowski running for mayor
NORTHAMPTON — Former Northampton police officer David Dombrowski threw his hat into the ring of 2025 mayoral candidates earlier this year and said now is the right time after years of weighing the decision.
Bow Bow Bash benefit concert to showcase young musical talent
NORTHAMPTON — The Bow Bow Bash, a high-energy benefit concert dedicated to raising funds for the J. Scott Brandon Music Scholarship, is returning on Saturday, May 24 at Iron Horse Music Hall.
Hampshire County towns set for Memorial Day celebrations
With Memorial Day right around the corner, Reminder Publishing is looking ahead to what communities will be up to in honor of the day.
Forbes Library breaks ground on outdoor stage
NORTHAMPTON — The groundbreaking for a new outdoor performance stage at Forbes Library took place on May 14 and the energy was high as library members and city officials joined for the ceremony.
Jillian Duclos becomes third candidate for Northampton mayor
NORTHAMPTON — Former Downtown Northampton Association Executive Director Jillian Duclos has announced her bid for mayor of Northampton and said she hopes her campaign will unite Northampton voters and establish an improved level of communication across the city.
Forbes Library Board of Trustees to have four openings on November ballot
NORTHAMPTON — The Forbes Library Board of Trustees will see four of its seven seats on the ballot this November and representatives within the library are urging interested members of the public to consider running to join the governing body of the library.
Sciarra announces FY26 Northampton school budget proposal
NORTHAMPTON — Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra has announced a proposed $43.89 million school budget for fiscal year 2026, a 5.88% increase from last year’s $41.45 million budget.
Grow Food’s Tuesday Farmers Market new season underway
NORTHAMPTON — Grow Food Northampton’s Tuesday Market has returned for the spring and summer season, marking its 18th season in total and 10th season under the organization.
Community mural installed at Northampton City Hall
NORTHAMPTON — A new 14-foot community mural celebrating Northampton’s rich artistic and cultural history was unveiled inside of City Hall on April 28, and features famed opera singer Jenny Lind and the origin of the city’s nickname, “Paradise City.”
Bombyx Center to host first ‘Brass in Bloom’ Festival
NORTHAMPTON — Brass in Bloom, a new festival celebrating brass music, will launch for the first time on Saturday, May 3, at the Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity. The event is open to the public, free of charge. The day will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and feature...