Northampton
Northampton City Council votes to maintain water, sewer rates
NORTHAMPTON — During its March 19 meeting, the Northampton City Council unanimously approved an order to maintain the same water and sewer rates from the previous year for fiscal year 2027.
Three County Fair Food Drive to support four local food banks April 11
NORTHAMPTON – The Three County Fair Food Drive returns on Saturday, April 11, where the public is once again encouraged to stop by the fair’s main office at 54 Fair St. to drop off non-perishable, non-expired food items that will contribute to four local food banks.
Syrup Stampede to aid organization supporting grieving parents
NORTHAMPTON — The Syrup Stampede 5K race and 2K fun run/walk returns on Sunday, April 12, to support the work of Empty Arms Bereavement Support.
Northampton awarded $1.5 million for ValleyBike Share
NORTHAMPTON — As part of a $10 million statewide investment from the Healey-Driscoll Administration, the city of Northampton was awarded $1.5 million for ValleyBike Share efforts.
Northampton projects receive more than $1M in federal funding
NORTHAMPTON — Northampton is receiving two federal grant awards courtesy of U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern that total more than $1 million.
PIC’s Kids Play Lab Residency brings playwriting process to city youth
NORTHAMPTON — Play Incubation Collective’s 2026 Kids Play Lab Residency at Jackson Street School will expose three third grade classes to PIC’s collaborative playwriting process.
Walk for Tibet stops in Northampton, marches through Hampshire County
NORTHAMPTON — In recognition of the 67th anniversary of the National Tibetan Uprising Day, the Regional Tibetan Association of Massachusetts led a “Walk for Tibet” on March 10, starting the day long-trek in Amherst, stopping in Northampton and ending the day in Easthampton.
Play Incubation Collective launches 2026 Plays in Progress series in Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — Play Incubation Collective’s 2026 play development series is underway, giving playwrights the opportunity to receive direct feedback on their ongoing work from theater players and fans.
Unity Basketball Nights return to Northampton this spring
NORTHAMPTON — Unity Basketball Nights will grace the city across five Mondays this spring, as children in grades 5-8 are invited to gather with community responders for evenings filled with athletic fun and pizza.
City receives state funding for Nashwannuck Brook restoration
NORTHAMPTON — The city will receive $154,650 toward restoration work on the Nashwannuck Brook thanks to $1.4 million in state funding awarded to support priority restoration projects across the commonwealth.
