Northampton
The Sphere receives grant to launch Westfield business accelerator program
NORTHAMPTON — A $50,000 grant has been awarded to The Sphere Northampton to launch the Sphere Westfield Mindshift Business Accelerator, an intensive business development program designed to support low-to moderate-income entrepreneurs in the Westfield community.
Whynott heads for new role with RIZE Massachusetts
NORTHAMPTON — RIZE Massachusetts Foundation has announced that Northampton resident Liz Whynott will take a new leadership role with the foundation that is solely dedicated to funding and collaborating on solutions to end the overdose crisis in Massachusetts.
Thornes Market pride flags torn down, burnt in street
NORTHAMPTON — Several individuals were seen via security camera removing pride flags from the Thornes Marketplace building awning before setting them on fire in the middle of Main Street and fleeing the scene in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 19.
Blais, Comerford host rural schools aid discussion
NORTHAMPTON — State Rep. Natalie Blais and state Sen. Jo Comerford hosted a hybrid event on June 25 to highlight the critical need to pass an act providing a sustainable future for rural schools.
Northampton closes portion of sidewalk on lower Main Street
NORTHAMPTON — The city has closed a portion of the sidewalk on lower Main Street as a safety precaution following the identification of a structurally compromised vault below the property.
Construction under way on Rocky Hill Greenway Multi-Use Trail
NORTHAMPTON — Construction of the Rocky Hill Greenway Multi-Use Trail is set to begin this month, marking the next phase of work coming from the years of planning and design for the area.
Northampton City Council fails to pass budget in back-to-back years
NORTHAMPTON — The City Council failed to pass the proposed fiscal year 2026 vote after a 5-3 vote in favor of its passing did not meet the required two-thirds threshold to pass, but under state law the originally proposed budget by Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra (as amended) will now go into effect July 1.
Local cooling center locations with heat wave on the way
With hot days ahead, Reminder Publishing compiled a list of cooling stations available in local cities and towns for residents to beat the heat this summer. This list will be updated throughout the summer and as more cooling locations become available. If your town...
Affordable housing lottery open for new Prospect Place apartments in Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — A housing lottery for Prospect Place, an affordable apartment community currently under renovation is now open for interested applicants.
Northampton’s postponed budget vote to be reconsidered at June 18 council meeting
NORTHAMPTON — The City Council was set to reconvene on Wednesday, June 18, to try and settle a final vote on the city’s budget after postponing the vote to approve the $145 million proposed city budget following its June 5 meeting.
