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Digital life in hilltowns: Landmark survey outlines how older populations use tech
Columnist Karen Gardner: Convicted felon for hire
Area briefs: Goshen nurse honored; Bikes Fight Cancer ride; water to be shut down on part of University Drive;
For Hampshire and Franklin county offenders, drug diversion and recovery starts here
Easthampton’s $57.2M budget sails through council
Review sought of 41-acre solar/battery project on Amherst’s eastern edge
Hunter Biden is convicted of all 3 felonies in federal gun trial
Area briefs: Ukraine War forum; immigrant writing workshops; new car for graduate
A ‘Refuse to Lose’ reunion: UMass stars gather to talk about Final Four run for new documentary
AMHERST — A Final Four run for the University of Massachusetts men’s basketball team and its “Refuse to Lose” mantra that defined the program’s most successful era continues to provide fond memories for the players and coaches involved nearly 30 years...
Horticultural rebirth: Two years after fire, Smith Vocational breaks ground on new $7M building
NORTHAMPTON — Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School broke ground on its new planned horticulture building on Tuesday, with plans to cut the ribbon on the finished building by next summer.The previous horticulture building, which housed the...
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Amherst planners ready to move ahead on University Drive overlay district
Amherst College committed to partnership with schools, though talks ongoing
Dave’s Hot Chicken looking to spice up Hadley’s Mountain Farms Mall
Civil lawsuit against Northampton, officers stemming from 2017 arrest in front of City Hall set for fall trial
Teen driver dies in Pelham crash
Amherst library dips into endowment to pay architects up to $551K to pare Jones project cost
Editors Picks
A Look Back, June 12
Arts Briefs: A Sojourner Truth biographer comes to the Valley, a new take on a noted play, and more
Get Growing with Mickey Rathbun: ‘This is my playground’: Saturday’s Northampton Garden Tour grants access to six beautiful home gardens
Resilience, hope define South Hadley High School Class of 2024
Sports
Div. 4 boys tennis: PVCICS’ undefeated season ends to Manchester-Essex in state semifinals (PHOTOS)
SPRINGFIELD – Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School boys tennis’ dream undefeated season came to a close on Tuesday afternoon with a 5-0 loss to Manchester-Essex in the MIAA Div. 4 semifinals at Forest Park.The No. 3 Hornets not only ended...
Legion baseball: Three Hampshire County programs excited for big summers
Northampton girls ultimate team scores impressive 5th place at Nationals
Div. 4 softball: Top-seeded Joseph Case uses big 6th inning to take down Hampshire Regional in quarters
Div. 4 boys tennis: Doubles teams close it out as PVCICS clips Fairhaven for spot in first-ever Final Four (PHOTOS)Opinion
Guest columnist Khadene Harry-Stoby: No summer break for mental health
As summer break arrives, the joyous anticipation of freedom from school routines fills the hearts of adolescents. Yet, amid the excitement lies a poignant reality: Mental health concerns do not take a hiatus when classrooms empty and textbooks gather...
Phyllis Muldoon: Yet another injustice
Letter: Your Voice Is Needed Now
Dr. Constance Lentz: Forest-derived biomass is a burning health issue
Guest columnist Joan Vohl Hamilton: Girl Scouts lead the way
Business
Plum Boutique aims to bring whimsy, joy to downtown Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — Several years ago, Heidi Weeks made the decision go into business with her business partner Tim Fisk, who runs Salon Herdis in Northampton. The two had the idea of opening up a boutique shop in Greenfield, where Weeks was living.“Between...
Area property deed transfers, June 6
Valley Bounty: A farm stand in good hands: Wanczyk Produce in Hadley delivers quality, care, and has big dreams for the future
Photos: End of an era: Pizza Factory in Florence to close
Le Petit Oiseau Bakery opens (camper) doors in Ashfield
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Arts & Life
Speaking of Nature: Too slow to survive? All porcupines want is a peaceful life in the country woods
I was on my way to work the other day and, at least initially, I was enjoying the morning drive. The sun rises just after 5:00 a.m. these days and the approach of my last day of school added a little buoyancy to the otherwise monotonous commute. I...
A house guest with a dangerous bite: Easthampton Theater Company revives vintage screwball comedy, ‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’
Bring on the summer music and arts: Concert series and more return to Hadley and Huntington
A burst of hot pink in Old Deerfield: Extensive Barbie collection on view at PVMA before heading to auction
A half-century of photography: Forbes Library exhibit showcases the vintage work and world views of photographer and digital printmaker Stan ShererObituaries
Virginia Johnson
Amherst, MA - Virginia F. Johnson, 82, died March 11, 2024 at home in Amherst, MA. Daughter of the late Katherine (Jennings) and Elmer Fox, Ginny was born June 22, 1941 in Springfield, MA and raised in Hampden, MA. After graduating ... remainder of obit for Virginia Johnson
Aloysius Marczyk
Easthampton, MA - Aloysius K. Marczyk, 81, died May 24, 2024, in Leominster. A longtime Easthampton resident, he was born in Holyoke on April 9, 1943. Al attended Sacred Heart and Easthampton High School. His parents, Alexander and... remainder of obit for Aloysius Marczyk
Barbara J. Hendricks
Hadley, MA - Barbara J. Hendricks passed away peacefully Monday June 10th surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was a lifelong resident of Hadley, growing up on the family farm, and then going on to work as a librarian at Hopkins Aca... remainder of obit for Barbara J. Hendricks
Lori Brand
Lori (Fournier) Brand Northfield, MA - Lori Jean Brand, formerly of Easthampton, MA, died June 7, 2024, at home. Lori was born on December 9, 1959, to John and Jacqueline (Lucas) Fournier. Lori was predeceased by her mother Jacqueline (... remainder of obit for Lori Brand
