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Superintendent Herman meets residents during ‘Cuppa Joe’ event
AMHERST — On July 12, Town Manager Paul Bockelman was joined by Dr. Ericilda Xiomara Herman, the new superintendent of schools for the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District, during its monthly “Cuppa’ Joe with Paul” event. The “Cuppa’ Joe with Paul” coffees are a monthly event and...
Tenants, supporters meet with rent increases looming
EASTHAMPTON — During an emotional evening, Cottage Street Studios tenants, artist allies, community members and public officials completely filled the CitySpace Blue Room on July 11 for a public event in support of keeping affordable studio space at One Cottage Street. Current and former tenants, along with other supporters...
Unionized Legal Workers to be Laid Off in Northampton Firm’s Closure
The owning partners of the Northampton immigration law firm Curran, Berger and Kludt (CBK), which represents thousands of individuals as well as large institutions like universities, informed their 41 employees on July 12 that the firm would be closing this August. An email sent to staff by managing partner and...
If you're a Harry Potter fan, head to Orange this week for the Return to Hogwarts event
Editor's Note: According to Fran Bates, owner of three of the participating businesses, there are already plans in the works for a 2025 festival, even though the Sheldon family is expecting to relocate out of state. The town of Orange will transform itself into Hogwarts and the world of Harry Potter this week, possibly for the last time. ...
Skillful crew flies through fast-paced farce in Barrington’s ‘Boeing Boeing’ (Review)
PITTSFIELD — “Boeing Boeing” is two and a half hours of non-stop laughs caused by high-flying antics, choreographed with split-second timing by Julianne Boyd, jam-packed with outstanding design from Kristen Robinson (sets), Sarah Jean Tosetti (costumes), David Lander (lights) and Fabian Obispo (sound). Add a sextet of polished performances, and you get a satisfying afternoon or evening of comedy and farce at its best.
North Adams Council Passes $65M Borrowing Authorization
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City Council on Monday unanimously authorized borrowing $65,362,859 to build a new Greylock School for prekindergarten through 2. The Massachusetts School Building Authority will pick up about $41,557,218 of the cost and balance is expected to come from federal energy grants. Voters will weigh...
A few showers
UNDER THE CLOUDS Wednesday and Thursday will see unsettled weather AT TIMES. Neither day will be a washout. In fact, most of the time it will be dry under mainly cloudy skies. The best shot for a little rain today will be in the morning, especially along and south of the MA Pike. Thunderstorms will pop up in NY and western New England this afternoon, but I’m not expecting much locally. Keep your outdoor plans and be ready for elevated humidity and highs in the low to mid 70s. An abundance of clouds Thursday will help limit thunderstorms coverage as a cold from passes through in the afternoon. Just isolated coverage is expected with more mostly dry and muggy weather. Tomorrow will be hotter too! Get set for highs in the lower 80s. FRIDAY & THE WEEKEND
ValleyBike Share with fleet of e-bikes relaunches next month with new operator
NORTHAMPTON — ValleyBike Share will relaunch Aug. 12 after not operating since 2022, the city of Northampton announced Tuesday. The relaunch will feature 300 existing bikes and 50 e-bikes supplied from the new operator, Drop Mobility. The previous operator, Bewegen Technologies, filed for bankruptcy protection in its native Canada in early 2023, which led to the suspension of the program in the Pioneer Valley.
HCC Names Assistant VP to Oversee Student Success Programs
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) recently named William Reyes-Cubides as assistant vice president of Academic Affairs and Student Success. In this new position, Reyes-Cubides will serve as a bridge between both sides of the Academic and Student Affairs division to ensure that students receive the support they need to achieve academic success.
Bass Pond and Paddle Club temporarily closed to swimming
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Springfield officials announcing that Bass Pond and Paddle Club are temporarily closed to swimming. After being notified by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection the city is advising residents that swimming is closed until further notice due high bacteria count in the water. Western Mass News...
Columbaria at Southwick cemetery to accommodate growing trend for cremation
SOUTHWICK — With cremations increasing in popularity as an alternative to traditional burials, the town’s Cemetery Commission will soon install columbaria in the New Cemetery. “It was a thought of mine to make a nice thoughtful and serene space for the loved ones of those who have passed,”...
Solar Power World’s 2024 Most Forward-Thinking Contractor democratizes solar business with majority worker-ownership
The Most Forward-Thinking Contractor award celebrates solar installers devoted to making progress in energy and beyond in hopes of a more sustainable future. “PV Squared sets itself apart from the rest by offering our workers a greater stake in the company. We’re not only acknowledging their immense talent and hard work but also ensuring they have a say in our collective future. This exemplifies a refreshing approach to business, one that recognizes the importance of shared success and empowerment.”
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