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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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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