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In Russ Vernon-Jones’ column “Solving humanity’s shared climate crisis” [Gazette, March 14], he advocates funding green projects for the Global South by taxing the ultra-wealthy. Why? Because “that’s where the money is.” In response, guest columnist...

Thank you for another excellent column by Russ Vernon-Jones (”Solving humanity’s shared climate crisis,” Gazette, March 14). He’s right to ask us to take a global perspective on climate change. We’re all in this together. I also appreciated Daniel...

In 1998, the first year the MCAS was required, I administered the test to fourth grade students in Northampton. Later, as a principal, I supervised the administration and analysis of the results. As such tests go, the MCAS can be useful, however it is...

This is in response to the March 21 Associated Press article entitled “GPS is a covered bridge’s worst enemy.” It refers to the use of GPS as a navigational tool. I have had many friends also say that they use GPS to find a route to the desired...

An enthusiastic crowd of dog lovers and their owners and admirers welcomed the 16th annual Volunteers in Northampton Schools Dog Show back on March 2 after a hiatus during the pandemic.The board of directors of VINS appreciates all who attended as...

By KAREN BERCOVICI

‘I desire you would Remember the ladies … Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the husbands. Remember, all men would be tyrants if they could. If particular care and attention is not paid to the ladies, we are determined to foment a...

Recently I read an article in the Gazette regarding the need for two overrides in Northampton in the next five years to fund the schools [“A grim budget preview,” Feb. 1]. What is wrong with this picture? This city is spending over $20 million to...

By MARK REYNOLDS and LINDA BUTLER

As we reflect on a year of unprecedented weather events, we must move into the new year embracing a diverse mix of power options to protect Americans from blackouts and climate extremes.While Massachusetts escaped the worst of the U.S. heat waves this...

By LEE ARMSTRONG

Those who take a hard right stance on guns claim a never-ending woke effort is to take away, or at least strictly control, their guns. What they want is total elimination of all gun restrictions and controls.The U.S. Supreme Court decisions of the...

By ALEXANDER MACDOUGALL

NORTHAMPTON — The Northwestern district attorney’s office has identified the 57-year-old Haydenville man who was killed Tuesday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash on the Northampton-Williamsburg line.Edward Duggan was the driver of an SUV that was...

A recent letter from Sue Morrello and Jeanne Esposito describes the joys of local families’ continuing relationships through the Fresh Air Friendly Town program (“Kudos to Fresh Air Fund families,” Gazette, July 12). Twenty-five years ago, my family...

By JENIFER MCKENNA

On July 5, the Easthampton City Council passed an ordinance to increase “safe and fair access to legally protected reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare services.” On July 6, Mayor Nicole LaChapelle vetoed it — the first time she has used her...

This is in response to the article “Report: Mass. has ample solar power potential” [Gazette, July 10].For starters, where does this power come from at night or during a major rainstorm? At least the article acknowledges that wind and hydro energy...

The treatment Erica Faginski-Stark was subjected to by the Hampshire Regional and Easthampton school districts is disturbing. The “controversial” Facebook post that sunk her two candidacies was about fairness in girls sports. Science confirms that...

Having recently moved to Massachusetts from Pennsylvania, I have been marveling over how forward-thinking Massachusetts is relative to the rest of our 49 states. But wait … I marveled too soon.On the evening of May 24, I was rudely shaken by  what...

Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity is not the name of a “nightclub.” Neither is a nightclub the same as a “live music venue” which doesn’t even sell water or have space for dancing (among church pews?). Nor does it comply with Merriam-Webster’s...

As I read about the coming crisis I have come to realize it’s increasingly inevitable a serious climate emergency is going to hit us. When it does it will be too late to do anything but triage and remedy what we can. But that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t...

As predictable as the sun rising in the morning, it was no surprise to see the Gazette remove Dilbert from its daily comics. While the newspaper had no choice, and with the distributor soon after pulling the plug, the paper righteously stated it was...

In response to the letter “Unbiased views needed to assess forest management,” (Gazette, Feb. 4), there are two inaccuracies in the piece. First, that “forests have evolved over millenia with no humans around to tidy them up.” We now know that in 1492...

Reading about the proposed cap on cannabis shops, I just wonder why? Proposed is a cap of 12. Already one closed and the Ward 7 City Councilor Rachel Maiore said she was told it’s an “unhealthy market.” No more regulations are needed as it will...

How dare they! On Nov. 22, the Northampton City Council convened a special meeting to determine the fate of Northampton taxpayers. Two days before Thanksgiving when residents were busy preparing for the holiday or traveling. It was voted that instead...