Northampton
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
Longtime community staple Art Always to expand
NORTHAMPTON — A long running art school that has been around for a little over two decades is taking an exciting next step with its model.
Valley Green Energy promises ‘cleaner electricity’ by fall
A new green electricity service designed to lower energy costs in an environmentally sustainable way is arriving in Amherst, Pelham and Northampton in November.
