Northampton
Resolution approved in supporting more equitable public-school funding
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton School Committee has officially joined the City Council in supporting a resolution that seeks more equitable public-school funding across the state.
Bike path between Bridge Rd., State St. closed starting Oct. 28
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Bikeway segment of the Mass Central Rail Trail will be closed for reconstruction starting on Oct. 28 for at least 30 days.
Northampton City Council introduces resolution for an embargo on U.S. arms to Israel
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton City Council voted in favor of two resolutions during its Oct. 17 regular meeting and introduced one that supports a total embargo on U.S. arms to Israel.
Smith Vocational opens new animal companion building
NORTHAMPTON — A new animal companion building is officially open at Smith Vocational and Agricultural High school.
Smith College educators officially unionize
NORTHAMPTON — The early childhood educators at Smith College Center for Early Childhood have officially unionized, joining five other groups of Smith College workers that have unionized over the past 10 months.
Warren, Deaton spar in debate ahead of U.S. Senate election
SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) and John Deaton, her challenger for the Massachusetts Senate seat, sparred in a contentious debate in Springfield on Oct. 17.
New arcade to enter lower level of Thornes this November
NORTHAMPTON — Fans of classic and modern gaming have reason to celebrate this fall when an eastern Massachusetts arcade opens a new spot in Northampton.
Voting information available for Hampshire communities
With the Nov. 5 general election just weeks away, communities in the area have released voter information for residents to follow.
Northampton to begin charging for parking behind 33 King St.
NORTHAMPTON — With the city still searching for a buyer for the 33 King St. property, the City Council voted to charge for parking in the lot behind the property during its Oct. 1 meeting.
Northampton creperie to open in November
NORTHAMPTON — It was not initially in the cards for Chef Jean-Luc Wittner and his family to open a second creperie about an hour away from their original location, Suzette French Creperie & Café, on 126 Water St. in Worcester.
