Northampton
Art Always celebrates, reflects on 25 years as community arts studio
NORTHAMPTON — When Art Always opened 25 years ago, owner and founder Lindsay Fogg-Willits was only offering the community art classes and a creative hangout space alongside her other local arts education jobs.
Northampton and Easthampton react to kratom’s new statewide classification
Health departments in Easthampton and Northampton are reacting to a recent state decision last month that classifies kratom as a Schedule I Controlled Substance in Massachusetts.
Fenton cites ‘geographic politics’ as Governor’s Council bid fails
SPRINGFIELD — Calling the results an illustration of “geographic politics,” Springfield City Councilor and local attorney Michael Fenton failed in his second attempt for the Eighth District seat on the Governor’s Council.
Neal one step closer to 20th term in House after primary win
SPRINGFIELD — Uproarious applause rang throughout The Cedars banquet room on 375 Island Pond Road as Pittsfield’s numbers appeared on the NBC News telecast just before 11 p.m.
‘Swan Lake’ returns to Academy of Music Sept. 18
NORTHAMPTON — Back by popular demand, the World Ballet Company has announced the return of its production of “Swan Lake” at the Academy of Music Theatre on Sept. 18 at 7 p.m.
Northampton City Council ponders joint committee to study data center zoning
NORTHAMPTON — As data centers dominate the headlines across the country, including locally, the city of Northampton is looking to have its own discussions around the polarizing issue.
Arts Council announces opening of FY27 Local Cultural Council Grant Round
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Arts Council has announced that online applications for its Fiscal Year 2027 Local Cultural Council Grant Round will open Sept. 1. The annual opportunity provides support to local artists for community-based projects in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences.
Three County Fair returns on Labor Day weekend for its 209th year
NORTHAMPTON — One of America’s oldest ongoing fairs will return for its 209th year this Labor Day weekend with another four-day slate of classic Americana fun, food and celebration.
City receives $2.8 million MVP grant for Pine Grove restoration
NORTHAMPTON — The city has received a $2.8 million Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness grant to complete the Rocky Hill Greenway and Nashawannuck Brook Restoration and Golf Course Rewilding Project.
‘Side of Jazz’ boosts Northampton music scene with Gateway Fiber support
NORTHAMPTON — As Northampton’s live music scene continues its evolution after COVID-19, one festival is finding its footing in the community and garnering the necessary help to do so.