South Hadley Light Board moves forward with new headquarters despite voter disapproval

Florence woman gets probation for attack at Northampton High School

NORTHAMPTON — A 29-year-old Florence resident was sentenced to a year of probation after she attacked a teenage girl at Northampton High School in February. Amanda Diaz pleaded guilty in Northampton District Court on Tuesday to charges of disturbing a public assembly and assault and battery in relation to an incident that caused a shelter-in-place […]

South Deerfield senior housing: Select Board OKs talks with developer for 34 units on North Main Street

The Deerfield Selectboard is starting negotiations with Rural Development Inc. regarding a proposed 34-unit senior housing development on the former St. James Church property, despite some opposition from local residents.

AI advancements leave governors on edge

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey joined other political leaders in calling for federal oversight and guardrails to manage the rapid development of artificial intelligence.

Florence's Flo Fest debuts Saturday with three stages, local artists, food and beer

NORTHAMPTON — When Florence Night Out folded in 2022, the neighborhood lost its big communal blowout. This Saturday, a new one steps in to fill the gap: Flo Fest. Debuting downtown from 4 to 8 p.m., Flo Fest will feature live entertainment, a scavenger hunt, art displays, make-and-take art projects, local food vendors, beer and […]

Area Briefs: Forum coming up on three of November's ballot questions

Forum coming up on three of November’s ballot questions NORTHAMPTON — Area voters have a chance to learn about three of the nine questions that will appear on November’s ballots at a forum, “What’s On Your Ballot? Learn About Ballot Questions 3, 5, and 7.” The forum is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 6:30 […]