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Northampton appoints new Division of Community Care head

NORTHAMPTON — The city of Northampton has announced the appointment of Donaven “Don” Gibbs as the new Director of the Division of Community Care within the city’s Department of Health and Human Services.


Hampshire HOPE’s new coordinator ‘grateful’ for opportunity

NORTHAMPTON — Reminder Publishing connected with new Hampshire HOPE Coordinator Lauren Kelly who is continuing to settle into her role for the Northampton Department of Health and Human Services after taking over in January.


VINS 17th Annual Dog Show set for March 1 at NHS

NORTHAMPTON — Volunteers in Northampton Schools, also known as VINS, will be hosting its 17th Annual Dog Show on Saturday, March 1, from noon to 3 p.m. at Northampton High School, in what is once again expected to be an event with high levels of tail-wagging-fun all in support of the nonprofit’s work.


Central Hampshire Veterans Services to host benefits event

NORTHAMPTON — In an effort to showcase the benefits and services available for veterans and their families, Central Hampshire Veterans Services will be hosting a Veteran’s Benefits Event on Wednesday Feb. 26 from 4-6 p.m. at the Northampton Senior Center.


Big Brothers Big Sisters to host third karaoke fundraiser

NORTHAMPTON — In a Valentine-karaoke-theatrical-spectacular, the Iron Horse Music Hall will host the third annual “Big Love Little Performances: A Lip-sync & Karaoke Fundraiser” in support of the mission of the Center for Human Development, or CHD’s, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampshire County on Thursday, Feb. 13.


Northampton mayor shares review, preps for next budget in joint meeting

NORTHAMPTON — In preparation for developing a coordinated budget for the next fiscal year, a joint meeting of the City Council, School Committee, Trustees of the Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School, and the superintendents of both school districts happened on Jan. 30.


Zine Fest celebrates winter with art, community

NORTHAMPTON — Forbes Library will soon come alive with the magic of winter as it hosts the Zine and Diorama Festival on Feb. 8.


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Northampton DHHS receives $596K grant to support diversions to care

NORTHAMPTON — The city’s Department of Health and Human Services has been selected as a recipient of a significant multi-year grant totaling $595,998 from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.


Northampton Arts Council, mayor approve over $24K in grant funding

NORTHAMPTON — In support of art projects and programming in the city Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra and the Northampton Arts Council announced the award of 31 grants totaling in $24,451 for fiscal year 2025.


The Sphere secures grant to support women, nonbinary entrepreneurs

NORTHAMPTON — The Sphere Northampton will be launching an innovative initiative supporting women and nonbinary entrepreneurs after being awarded $89,000 through the Small Business Technical Assistance Grant Program.