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EASTHAMPTON — The developer proposing a multimillion dollar housing and retail complex at the former Tasty Top site on Route 10 has secured an agreement to purchase two lots opposite of the proposed project, as part of an effort to create a four-way...

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Editor’s note: This is the second of four articles from the Western Massachusetts Solar Forum series taking place in September.AMHERST — At the site of the old Mount Tom Station coal-fired power plant stands around 17,000 solar panels generating...

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EASTHAMPTON — Throughout the month, Easthampton residents and visitors might stumble upon bright-green-covered chapbooks spreading poetry throughout the city. On the cover of the booklets, a circle represents a doorway through which curious minds may...

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GRANBY — In January 1970, while serving as a hospital corpsman in Vietnam, Jim Bouchard treated John Hurley after he was injured during the war. It wasn’t until decades later, when the two Purple Heart recipients were at a Veterans of Foreign Wars...

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SOUTHAMPTON — It’s an “exciting time” for the Southampton Senior Center, according to its new director, Christina Johnson, who stepped into the role on Aug. 7.In the past month, the center has extended its hours, developed new classes, and is working...

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Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of four articles from the Western Massachusetts Solar Forum series taking place in September.AMHERST — Massachusetts has 15 to 18 times the amount of solar potential it needs to support decarbonization...

By MADDIE FABIAN

EASTHAMPTON — Some homes and businesses in Easthampton may be able to opt into a fiber-optic network as an alternative to traditional cable internet starting in January.In a step toward transforming the city’s digital landscape, construction crews...

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SOUTHAMPTON — Growing up a Boy Scout, retired Lt. Gen. Scott Rice of Southampton learned to embrace core values including integrity, patriotism, respect and leadership at a young age.Now, he is one of only three western Massachusetts residents to...

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EASTHAMPTON — The race for six seats on the School Committee in November’s election is heating up in the wake of last spring’s failed permanent superintendent search and surrounding controversy. Ten candidates, including four incumbents, have pulled...

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EASTHAMPTON — Each day, Julie Foster holds close the memories of her loved ones who lost their lives to drug overdose: her daughter, Ahymee Lamoureux; her nephew, Tony Ferris; and her brother, Peter Hedding.“It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re...

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AMHERST — It’s fitting that new University of Massachusetts Amherst Chancellor Javier Reyes, a “Star Wars” fan, invoked a quote from one of the iconic franchise’s main characters to conclude remarks at the end of his first Community Breakfast Tuesday...

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EASTHAMPTON — With school starting this week, two new “bog bridges” will make it easier for students and families to traverse the trail from Mountain View School to Nonotuck Park.The project is an interim step in enhancing the trail while the city...

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In making a pitch for a new comprehensive health program for the country nearly 78 years ago, President Harry S. Truman said this to Congress: “With the help of federal funds, it should be possible to meet deficiencies in hospital and health...

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EASTHAMPTON — In November, a local group of medical professionals and researchers will travel to Ghana to hold a training conference for Ghanaian midwives from rural health centers.The trip is an effort of the Midwifery Exchange in Ghana, a group that...

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EASTHAMPTON — Holyoke resident Jennifer Adams is just one of the many who have enjoyed the American comfort food served at Riff’s Joint Restaurant since it opened 14 years ago.She remembers Riff’s being the last place she and her husband frequented...

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EASTHAMPTON – Flora Majumder, age 88, enjoys taking a 20-minute walk every day. Where she lives — at Lathrop Retirement Community in Easthampton — paths, trails and exercise classes that accommodate the use of a cane or walker are plentiful.But, due...

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WESTHAMPTON — As farmers face increasing challenges due to climate change, labor shortages and rising costs, U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern embarked on his 13th annual districtwide farm tour this week to hear directly from local farmers.His first stop of the...

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WESTHAMPTON — A New York-based solar power producer has launched a philanthropic “Green Initiative” to support environmental conservation efforts and local nonprofit organizations, including several in the Hilltown region.The solar producer, Changing...

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EASTHAMPTON — The city’s municipal building remains closed over air quality concerns resulting from HVAC repairs, but is expected to reopen to staff and the public next week.The building has been officially and indefinitely closed since July 24, a...

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SOUTHAMPTON — With $35,000 secured in the state budget to help pay for a feasibility study, the town is moving forward with planning for a new public safety complex to replace the police and fire stations, an effort that has been ongoing for...