In Memoriam – Jacqueline Lapienski

Easthampton, MA - Jacqueline Packard (Currie) Lapienski, 65, of Easthampton, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 8, 2024, after a long illness. She was born and educated in Northampton and was the daughter of the late John (Jack) and Celeste Packard. Memorial contributions in Jackie's memory can be made to: The Northampton Survival Center, 265 Prospect Street Northampton, MA 01060.

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Heat Wave and Cooling Centers – Week of June 17, 2024

The National Weather Service has declared a heat advisory from noon to 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 18, and an excessive heat watch from noon, Wednesday, June 19, through 7 p.m., Friday, June 21. Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during these dangerously hot conditions.

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PVTA to offer free rides all summer

PIONEER VALLEY — Pioneer Valley Transit Authority riders will travel for free this summer. In celebration of authority’s 50 years of service, deemed their “Golden Year Anniversary,” all rides have been prepaid starting on Saturday, June 1, and continuing through Aug. 31.

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Renee Denenfeld: Gratitude for a great food drive

I’m feeling much gratitude today for the Northampton Survival Center and our community for a successful Post Office Food Drive.

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In Memoriam – Patricia A. McGill

NORTHAMPTON, MA — On April 24, 2024 our beloved, Patty McGill, passed away in her sleep, in her apartment in Northampton. The family asks that donations in Patty’s memory may be made to: The Northampton Survival Center, 265 Prospect Street, Northampton, MA.

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