Northampton

ValleyBike officially welcomed back to the region

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 19, 2024

ValleyBike officially welcomed back to the region

NORTHAMPTON — The regional ValleyBike Share Program was officially welcomed back into the region on Aug. 12 during a ribbon cutting ceremony at Pulaski Park in Northampton.

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By Sarah Heinonen | Aug 15, 2024

Transhealth offers healthcare without barriers

Three years ago, transgender and gender-diverse people in Western Massachusetts were given a new option for inclusive healthcare with the opening of Transhealth, a Northampton organization focusing on providing care to these underserved populations. Reminder Publishing checked in with Transhealth CEO in Western Massachusetts to see how the organization has fared since opening and what work still needs to be done.

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By Ryan Feyre | Aug 12, 2024

Gateway Fiber aims for Northampton construction this fall

NORTHAMPTON — A new internet service provider is the on the verge of entering the fold in Northampton very soon.

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Northampton Planning Board approves 12-unit project on View Avenue

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 12, 2024

Northampton Planning Board approves 12-unit project on View Avenue

NORTHAMPTON — During its July 25 meeting, the Northampton Planning Board unanimously approved a site plan and special permit for 12 new single-family efficiency units at 8 View Ave.

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Northampton City Council votes to postpone override vote during special meeting

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 12, 2024

Northampton City Council votes to postpone override vote during special meeting

NORTHAMPTON — During a special meeting on Aug. 5, the Northampton City Council voted unanimously to rescind a $3 million budget override question that would have graced the ballot during the upcoming Nov. 5 election.

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Every weekend in August an opportunity for family fun at a county fair

By Amy Porter | Aug 5, 2024

Every weekend in August an opportunity for family fun at a county fair

Every weekend in August offers guaranteed fun for the whole family with a trip to a local New England country fair. Entry fees are reasonable, ranging anywhere from $7 to $12 for adults, depending on the fair, with discounts for seniors and veterans, and for most, admission for children under 12 is free.

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Trash causes closure of Connecticut River Greenway Conservation Area

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 5, 2024

Trash causes closure of Connecticut River Greenway Conservation Area

NORTHAMPTON — The Connecticut River Greenway Conservation Area is closed indefinitely due to an accumulation of trash and human waste in the area resulting from what the city deems as “illegal activities.”

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Northampton resident nominated as Superior Court associate justice

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 5, 2024

Northampton resident nominated as Superior Court associate justice

NORTHAMPTON — Northampton resident Deepika Shukla was recently nominated to the Massachusetts Superior Court by Gov. Maura Healey.

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Northampton appropriates additional state funds to schools

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 5, 2024

Northampton appropriates additional state funds to schools

NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton City Council and School Committee each voted to appropriate an additional $192,400 from the state to the fiscal year 2025 school budget that was passed earlier this summer.

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By Tyler Garnet, Trent Levakis and Laura Mason | Jul 30, 2024

Local nursing homes facing fines, receivership

Highview of Northampton has seen a high number of fines and flagged deficiencies over the last three years. One of the most fined facilities in Massachusetts by the federal government during the same time, it has also not met state standards for registered nurse hours and is above the national average of health citations.