Deren’s decisive goal propels UMass women’s soccer to season-opening win
Ballot questions may set up clash over tax relief, spending
Hatfield grapples with how to pay for health insurance spike
School librarian from Holyoke arrested on child porn charges
Guest columnist Lauren Rollins: SOS candidate endorsements — Be wary of kingmakers
Columnist Russ Vernon-Jones: International Court: Nations are liable for fossil fuel harms
Ashfield Rod & Gun Club to celebrate 105 years on Sunday
Area property deed transfers, Aug. 15
Serious Easthampton crash occurs at intersection days after council agrees to safety improvements
Serving up a new era: Northampton institution Fitzwilly’s changing hands
NORTHAMPTON — An ownership change at Fitzwilly’s Restaurant, one of the city’s most engrained traditions for more than a half-century, is about as rare as the death of a pope or a solar eclipse.
US Fish & Wildlife Northeast headquarters in Hadley spared from closure
HADLEY — In an apparent reversal of a decision by the Trump administration, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Northeast regional headquarters at 300 Westgate Center Drive is remaining open.
A Look Back, Aug. 15
Increasing the danger: Journalist killing in Gaza sends a chilling message
Arts Briefs: Speed dating, ‘Wizard’ auditions, cat videos and more
How to grow a creative community: Meet the eight artists selected for CitySpace’s 2025 Pay It Forward programSports
UMass women’s basketball head coach Mike Leflar signs contract extension
By RYAN AMESStaff Writer
Three Orchards Golf Club members fall in Round of 32 at 122nd Massachusetts Women’s Amateur Championship
Local golfers in contention after first round of 122nd Massachusetts Women’s Amateur Championship
Western Massachusetts ultimate team makes history at Youth Club Championships in Colorado
Granby duo sets MassGolf Father-Daughter tournament record with 9-under 63Opinion
Leigh Graham: Vote Gwen Nabad for Ward 1 City Council on Sept. 16
I am excited to endorse Gwen L. Nabad to represent Ward 1 on Northampton City Council! Let me tell you why.
Your Daily Puzzles
An approachable redesign to a classic. Explore our "hints."
A quick daily flip. Finally, someone cracked the code on digital jigsaw puzzles.
Chess but with chaos: Every day is a unique, wacky board.
Word search but as a strategy game. Clearing the board feels really good.
Align the letters in just the right way to spell a word. And then more words.
Business
Region’s first cat café opens doors
GREENFIELD — Those looking to kick back with ice cream or a beverage surrounded by feline friends can do so at the Camelot Cat Cafe, believed to be western Massachusetts’ first cat cafe.
Making News in Business, Aug. 15
Spare Time Entertainment in Northampton thrives as customers continue to rediscover bowling
Former Holyoke Chamber director accused of theft
Haze to raise the volume in downtown Northampton
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Arts & Life
Unified in song: Transformance festival honors immigrants at 35th annual event
Some songs are recognizable from the first few notes: One of ABBA’s greatest hits, “Dancing Queen,” is known for its iconic piano intro and use of synthesizer, evoking nostalgia from any disco-pop lover. Good music, regardless of where it came from, has the power to connect vast audiences.
Speaking of Nature: One killer plant: Discover the deadly beauty of the Northern pitcher plant
Voices ‘In Defiance’: New book highlights 20 lesser known abolitionists
Valley Bounty: Ciesluk’s Farmstand expands: Snack Shack coming soon
Note for note nostalgia: Glenn Miller Orchestra swings through town, Aug. 20
Obituaries
Raymond Mahoney
Amherst , MA - Raymond Mahoney passed away at home on July 26 2025. He was born in Belgium in 1944 and moved to England as a young child. He attended Alleyns School in Dulwich then graduated from the University of Reading with a degree ... remainder of obit for Raymond Mahoney
Peter Titelman
Northampton, MA - March 29, 1944-August 6, 2025 Peter Titelman, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, died on August 6, 2025, of complications from end-stage Alzheimer's disease. He was living in the memory care ... remainder of obit for Peter Titelman
Albert Porto
EASTHAMPTON, MA - Albert Porto, 97, of Easthampton passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Fisher Home of Amherst surrounded by his family. He was born in Plum Township, Pennsylvania, and was the son of the late Gennar... remainder of obit for Albert Porto
Janice M. Collins
Florence, MA - Janice Marie Collins, 77, of Florence, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 4, 1948, in Brattleboro, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Laurence a... remainder of obit for Janice M. Collins
