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Columnist Johanna Neumann: Reaping the rewards of rooftop solar
Amherst Fire Chief Walter ‘Tim’ Nelson to retire in June
First look at how little Amherst’s police alternative being used called troubling
Developer pitches new commercial building on Route 9 in Hadley
Holyoke man finds bear paw in his yard
Mass. saw nearly 200 percent rise in antisemitic incidents last year
Three finalists named for Ryan Road School principal in Northampton
Prices up, sales down in early spring housing market
Guest columnist Jim Palermo: Beware the zeitgeist! It’s bad for our kids
Petition to block auto dealership on King Street falters in Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — A joint meeting between the Northampton City Council’s Committee on Legislative Matters and the city’s Planning Board heard public comments on a petition to ban further automobile dealerships near the city’s downtown, an issue that...
Flair and flavor: Couple draws on European, regional travel and food expertise to bring gourmet Aster + Pine Market to Amherst
AMHERST — From their own journeys in Europe and across New England and the Northeast, and their experience in the hospitality industry, a Northampton couple is creating a market featuring wines, pantry staples and fresh, local produce in downtown...
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Two men dump milk, orange juice over themselves at Amherst convenience store
Three Amherst Regional Middle School counselors absolved of Title IX offenses
Springfield man charged with murder in Holyoke stabbing
Lawmakers, Jewish groups accuse Massachusetts Teachers Association of bias
‘Our hearts were shattered’: Moved by their work in Mexico soup kitchen, Northampton couple takes action
Hadley’s Brad Mish, Northampton’s Elianna Shwayder top Hampshire County finishers at 128th Boston Marathon
Editors Picks
A Look Back: April 17
Spring brings new art: A look at what's on tap in April at selected local galleries
News Briefs: Roadwork in Plainfield; bake sale in Hadley
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Sports
Baseball: Chicopee Comp strikes early, takes down Amherst (PHOTOS)
AMHERST — It didn’t take very long for the Chicopee Comp baseball team to assert itself.The visiting Colts hung 10 runs on Amherst in the top of the first inning, and doubled that total over the next four innings as the host Hurricanes dropped their...
Florence’s Gabby Thomas gearing up for 2024 Paris Olympics
Jiri Smejkal gets 1st goal, Senators beat Bruins 3-1 in regular-season finale
High schools: Belchertown, Easthampton split dual track meet (PHOTOS)
High school ultimate preview: Amherst, Northampton hoping for big seasons
Opinion
Guest columnist Mariel E. Addis: Under seige from all sides
When I first heard John Lennon’s masterpiece “Imagine,” and heard the line “imagine no religion,” I thought, “How awful is that; religion is a good thing!” Probably in junior high at the time, I couldn’t understand the significance of the line. I do...
Julia Riseman: Join Friends of Northampton Trails
Justine McCarthy and Ed Lamoureux: Political will needed to benefit from new power line technology
Shelly Berkowitz: More examples of corporate greed
Rachel Vigderman: Area women ending silence over weaponization of rape
Business
Area property deed transfers, April 18
AMHERST 44 Chapel Rd, $560,750, B: Kristin M. Flewelling and Christine L. Larson, S: Paul A. Schroeder and Maria Monasterios BELCHERTOWN 203 South St, $507,150, B: Glenna J. Young, S: M & F Land Dev LLC 45 West St, $200,000, B: Serenity Ft and...
Tea Guys of Whately owes $2M for breach of contract, judge rules
Recognizing an ‘inspiring force’: City business owner honored with Black Excellence award
Consumer Corner with Anita Wilson: A two-day reprieve in tax filing deadline offers time for tips
Sublime Systems lands $87M federal award for low-carbon cement plant in Holyokee-Edition
Arts & Life
Speaking of Nature: Indulging in eye candy: Finally, after such a long wait, it’s beginning to look like spring is here
I have just about reached the end of my patience with the winter of 2024. I realize that this may sound a bit strange, especially because we are now in the beginning of spring, but those of us who bore the brunt of the April snowstorm may sympathize...
Weekly Food Photo Contest: This week’s winner: Nicholas Horton of Northampton
What does freedom look like today? On view at Williams College, seven Black American artists interpret the meaning of emancipation
Book Bag: ‘Dear Oliver: An Unexpected Friendship With Oliver Sacks’ by Susan B. Barry; ‘Benjy’s Messy Room’ by Barbara Diamond Goldin
Only Human with Joan Axelrod-Contrada: To journal or not to journal: Advice for when journaling feels like it’s holding you backObituaries
Geraldine Packard
Northampton, MA - Geraldine Packard, 87, passed away at her home in Northampton on April 13, 2024. Born to Curtis and Mildred (Smith) Chase on September 23, 1936 in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire... remainder of obit for Geraldine Packard
Russell E. Lent Sr.
[IMAGE]Russell E. Lent, Sr. Easthampton, MA - Russell Eugene Lent, Sr. 89, longtime resident of Easthampton, passed away peacefully on Friday April 12, 2024, at his home. Born in Coshocton, ... remainder of obit for Russell E. Lent Sr.
Floris Cathelineaud
Amherst, MA - On April 14, 2024, Floris Cathelineaud Diaz (Abu) was called to Eternal Rest peacefully at home, surrounded by family and friends, at age 96. She is survived by her daughters, Dr. ... remainder of obit for Floris Cathelineaud
Judith Fuhring Seelig
Amherst, MA - Judith Fuhring Seelig was born April 19, 1950 and passed away on October 21, 2023 Family and friends invite you to a Celebration of Life in memory of our beloved Judith wh... remainder of obit for Judith Fuhring Seelig
