Land of immigrants welcomes 12 more

NORTHAMPTON - If you've got bones to pick with this country, you'd best keep them to yourself in the presence of Anastasia Kofides. The Amherst woman, who emigrated to the United States from Greece as a young bride in 1966, will straighten you out in a hurry.

Tomato blight a fungal

A highly contagious fungus that destroys tomato and potato crops has been diagnosed on plants across the Northeast, agriculture experts warn, and been removed from stores.

Strong advocate named to guide business district's early months

NORTHAMPTON - The board of directors for the new downtown business improvement district has turned to a familiar face to get the fledgling organization off the ground.

Parade shows town's independence streak

CHESTERFIELD - You will not find any of the large balloons, college marching bands or glitzy personalities that define many high-profile processions at the Chesterfield 4th of July Parade. But you might just see a team of oxen break out of their yoke.

Parade shows town's independence streak

CHESTERFIELD - You will not find any of the large balloons, college marching bands or glitzy personalities that define many high-profile processions at the Chesterfield 4th of July Parade. But you might just see a team of oxen break out of their yoke.

ABOUT THE FOURTH

PARADES

AMHERST: Amherst's 4th of July parade starts at 3 p.m. at the intersection of South Pleasant and College streets and proceeds to Triangle Street.

Questions keep man jailed in lieu of bail

NORTHAMPTON - A judge ruled Friday a homeless man facing misdemeanor charges should remain held on $25,000 bail regardless of whether he is suspected of killing an acquaintance.