Record rates of food assistance needed, state grants seek to help
Food insecurity is an ongoing problem across the country, and Western Massachusetts is no different. According to an annual report from the Greater Boston Food Bank, 2023 saw 48% of people in Hampden County facing food insecurity. The same was true for 37% of Hampshire County residents.
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Help Protect HIP!
Your help is needed to protect HIP, a vital program for SNAP recipients and local farmers in Massachusetts!
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Western Mass Pagan Pride Day
Since 2000, Western MA Pagan Pride day is one of many Pagan Pride Day events that take place worldwide. As a nonprofit organization, we strive to establish awareness of earth-centered spiritual traditions in our local communities. People of all faiths (or none) and walks of life are invited to join us on Saturday September 28, 2024, 10:00 am through 6:00 pm.
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Sal’s Food Drive returns to Northampton for its third year this month
NORTHAMPTON — A local Northampton business is once again joining forces with the community to help a major social service in the city.
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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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