Northampton
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.
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.
Northampton’s Central Services Director to retire
NORTHAMPTON — Central Services Director Patrick McCarthy has officially announced his plans to retire on July 11 after a decade of service for Northampton.
Northampton City Council approves six capital improvement orders
NORTHAMPTON — During its Jan. 22 meeting the Northampton City Council approved six financial orders related to the city’s Capital Improvement Program and another order appropriating funds from free cash to various reserve accounts after a Charter Objection was filed on the orders.
