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Guest columnist David M Kotz: Understanding the Ukraine war
The lingering effects of long COVID: Domb hosts second briefing on the topic
Grant will make Five College language learning resources available to thousands
Healey order looks to protect emergency abortion care
Northampton School Committee to discuss no-confidence vote in superintendent on Wednesday
Federal grant to speed up Route 10 work in Easthampton; Sierra Vista development to break ground in August
Area briefs: Elks’ Cruise Night to honor vets; 13 graduate from Call/Volunteer Fire Academy; Beware of bears
Amherst council backs $551K savings study for Jones expansion project
Around the Hamptons: Digital Equity Plan in Westhampton, free shows in Easthampton; rail trail extension in Southampton
A treasure reopens: After $1.4M in repairs, Nonotuck Pool is back in business
EASTHAMPTON — Nonotuck Pool has been a prominent facet of Easthampton summer fun for over 60 years, and now it’s better than ever. Children splashed about in the blue water and community members applauded as Mayor Nicole LaChapelle and Andrew Hunter...
New middle school in Holyoke reaches construction milestone
HOLYOKE — The city marked the next milestone in its construction of a new two-story, 107,475-square-foot middle school on Monday with a “topping-off” ceremony. That’s when the highest steel beam signed by key stakeholders is placed atop the...
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A blooming movement: Pollinator gardens proliferate as homeowners, others look to create ecosystems on their properties
Guest columnist Carrie Foley: Public school budgets force private choices
UMass basketball: Minutemen tour Hadley’s Mapleline Farm as part of community service, outreach
Hampshire Mall sells for fraction of assessed value at $7M
Battery firm targets Hadley bylaw limiting placement
‘It’s time:’ Plainfield Fire Chief Alvord hangs up his helmet
Editors Picks
A Look Back, June 26
A doctor’s boarders: Dr. Jessica Bossie’s mission to help the homeless find the right house
Arts Briefs: Lots of theater in Northampton, Indian poetry and music in South Hadley, and more
More music, bigger stages: In new hands, Green River Festival returns next weekend with headliners CAKE, Fleet Foxes and Gregory Alan Isakov
Sports
NECBL: Valley Blue Sox edged by Ocean State Waves 7-6
HOLYOKE — The Valley Blue Sox were on the brink of an improbable NECBL comeback in front of their home fans on Tuesday night, as they erased a 5-0 deficit to lead 6-5 in the ninth inning.Three outs stood between the Blue Sox and their fourth...
UMass basketball: Minutemen to play at West Virginia on Nov. 8
Legion baseball: Belchertown Post 239 beats Greenfield via forfeit
UMass hockey: Former Minuteman Brandon Montour hoists Stanley Cup with Florida Panthers
UMass basketball: Minutemen tour Hadley’s Mapleline Farm as part of community service, outreachOpinion
Guest columnist Daniel Gilbert: Ranked-choice voting opens the door for third-party candidates
I appreciate the sentiment in Olin Rose-Bardawil’s recent column about our unfortunate two-party political system [”Americans want more than two choices,” Gazette, June 14].Mr. Rose-Bardawil speculates that many readers will dismiss him as...
Betty Ussach-Schwartz: The movement towards a theocracy
Rick Hart: New supportive housing
David Ball: About ‘river to the sea’
Sidney Moss: Americans need to hold fast to our democratic values
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Business
Whately Selectboard considers easing Club Castaway’s police detail requirement long-term
WHATELY — Club Castaway can continue to operate without a police detail on Thursdays for a while longer, while the Selectboard considers dropping the Thursday night requirement on a more long-term basis.The board has been easing the strip club back...
HCC awarded $832K to train clean energy workforce
Valley Bounty: From seed to vase: At Passalongs Farm and Florist in Florence, Adrienne Bashista grows and designs custom floral arrangements
Hampshire Mall sells for fraction of assessed value at $7M
Making news in business, June 20
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Arts & Life
Speaking of Nature: Introducing the Alder Flycatcher: After 27 years of waiting, the bird finally allowed itself to be photographed
This week I have the rare pleasure of introducing you to a new species for the first time. After 27 years of reporting on my observations, I have finally acquired a photograph that I think is worthy of such an introduction. I have been exploring the...
‘Janet Planet’ comes into orbit: Annie Baker’s debut film, about to open in Valley, features performances and input from some area residents
Staying busy in summer: Pioneer Valley Jazz Shares stages new concert series in July
Stairway to heaven in your own backyard: Summer concerts in the Valley for classic rock enthusiasts
Colorful visions from Brazil: Eric Carle Museum hosts first U.S. exhibit of Brazilian artist and children’s author Roger MelloObituaries
Estelle Walunas
Southampton, MA - Estelle Walunas, 91, of Southampton, died Thursday June 20th in Northampton. She was born on Feb 9th, 1933, the daughter of George Ulysses and Eva (Piquette) Goyette. She was raised in Chicopee and attended local scho... remainder of obit for Estelle Walunas
Florence V. Dmytryk
Northampton, MA - Florence V. Dmytryk, 102, of Northampton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at her home. She was born in Everett, MA on October 9, 1921, to the late John and Anna (Duda) Dmytryk. She grew up on a f... remainder of obit for Florence V. Dmytryk
Barbara A. Miner
Holyoke, MA - Barbara A. (Brown) Miner, age 81, of Holyoke, formerly of Northampton, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024. She was born on December 7, 1942 to the late Henry S. and Marie A. (Hynes) Brown. She grew up in West Springfield... remainder of obit for Barbara A. Miner
Lois Barbara Wogrin
Amherst, MA - Lois Barbara Yohans Wogrin ("Barbara"), 94, died peacefully on June 12, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born in New Haven CT in 1929, daughter of Carl and Irene Phillips Yohans, she graduated from Hill House High School a... remainder of obit for Lois Barbara Wogrin
