Area property deed transfers, July 10

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Markey, Moulton trade jabs in WMass primary debate

CHICOPEE — Sen. Ed Markey and Congressman Seth Moulton faced off Wednesday in a western Massachusetts primary debate, hitting on everything from Markey’s age to Moulton’s stance on trans athletes to President Trump and issues focused on the region. The debate aired on WWLP-TV, featuring five local journalists who alternated in asking the two candidates questions. Both Moulton and Markey were given 30 seconds to respond to each question, as well as a 30-second rebuttal. As expected, when Markey and Moulton weren’t clashing with each other, both Democratic candidates quickly pivoted to criticizing President Donald Trump, congressional Republicans and the MAGA […]

A floating moose, and a fresh approach to public art in Easthampton

EASTHAMPTON — A moose has been treading water, floating around Nashawannuck Pond for more than a month. Luckily, it’s not a real moose. It is actually an art exhibit, made of brown cloth on a float, built with pool noodles and other framing. The display is part of Easthampton City Arts’ new, experimental programming this year. […]

Making News in Business, July 10

Florence Bank opens new branch in Holyoke HOLYOKE — Florence Bank opened its fourth Hampden County branch at 1490 Northampton St. in Holyoke on July 6. The new 2,500-square-foot branch, designed by H|AI Architecture in Northampton, has a spacious lobby, traditional teller stations, five offices, a drive-up teller window and a drive-up ATM. “The Holyoke branch […]