- Michael Pill on Letter: Planning Board Chair Has a Conflict of Interest: “This letter illustrates why Vince O’Connor should be elected as a member of the Amherst Town Council. Mr. Marshall’s evasion…” Nov 3, 14:15
- on People’s Tribunal for Palestine Will Explore Local Participation in Gaza Genocide: “Too bad it took over two years to speak up. Is’s also unfortunate that, thanks to AIPAC, there’s so little…” Nov 3, 11:37
- on Opinion: Don’t Undermine Strong Candidates with the ‘Lack of Experience’ Argument: “There’s enough continuity at our town hall that balances out the new blood. Whoever has good qualifications and a proactive…” Nov 3, 06:18
- on Opinion: Don’t Undermine Strong Candidates with the ‘Lack of Experience’ Argument: “I agree, but also, am voting for Jennifer Taub and Pam Rooney for District 4, who want to run fully…” Nov 2, 23:36
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “Whether or not we can take seriously the remark that a professional employee “closes” the relationship with his employer at…” Nov 2, 22:23
- on Opinion: Don’t Undermine Strong Candidates with the ‘Lack of Experience’ Argument: “I voted predominantly for the Amherst for the People slate too, precisely because they have a diverse wealth of experiences…” Nov 2, 21:36
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “The tide, a natural phenomenon on planet Earth, is beyond human control. However, human activities can, and do, alter their…” Nov 2, 18:45
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “Sunderland is actively working with Mass DoT to create a bike lane that runs from UMASS to the Deerfield Whately…” Nov 2, 17:33
- on Opinion: Our Town Government is Broken. Part 1: “1. More money is not the solution to everything especially when it comes to schools and education. 2. Amherst was…” Nov 2, 17:28
- on The History of Housing in New England Part 3: A Federal Mandate : “Since April 2025, there is now a National Public Housing Museum. It is in Chicago’s Little Italy neighborhood, in the…” Nov 2, 09:57
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “Asking Umass to build dormitories is like trying to control the tide ? That is all the more rationale for…” Nov 2, 08:05
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “Jessica, you have indeed caught an oversight in the write-up, and your point is one that many in the room…” Nov 1, 21:23
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Andy, It is good to assume good intentions unless the evidence suggests otherwise. For you to assert that “the charter…” Nov 1, 20:28
- on Opinion: Our Town Government is Broken. Part 1: “We’re with you and will vote accordingly!” Nov 1, 19:24
- on Opinion: A Plea to Senator Ed Markey: Please Choose a Graceful Exit: “Thank you, Don. I agree. 79 is the new 69.” Nov 1, 11:41
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “I, a North Amherst resident, was unable to attend the information gathering meeting of a few Planning Board members and…” Nov 1, 11:40
- on Opinion: Our Town Government is Broken. Part 1: “Please read this if your really care about Amherst” Nov 1, 11:36
- on Where’s the Oversight? Finance Committee Fails to Oversee $46 Million Library Project : “Hi Toni, Agree. I am awaiting further information on the debt service for the loans, including for the CPA funds…” Nov 1, 11:21
- on Where’s the Oversight? Finance Committee Fails to Oversee $46 Million Library Project : “Hi Jeff Thanks for pointing that out. There are 4 separate accounts that the town is using for the library…” Nov 1, 11:12
- on Opinion: A Plea to Senator Ed Markey: Please Choose a Graceful Exit: “Setting aside the obvious ageism implicit in this op-ed, I would like to point out that Ed Markey shows no…” Nov 1, 10:55
- on North Amherst Residents Share Thoughts on High Density Overlay District: “I have another concern with this overlay proposal, stemming from my years as Mark’s Meadow principal in the 1970s and…” Nov 1, 09:13
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “On the subject of increasing local tax revenues and the false belief that urbanization and more corporate dorms are the…” Nov 1, 07:37
- on Where’s the Oversight? Finance Committee Fails to Oversee $46 Million Library Project : “Sean Mangano’s report that “we have about $4.1 or $4.2 million in contributions from the library” raises a question. Setting…” Oct 31, 23:35
- on Letter: I’m Voting for Vince in District 1: “Yes Vince for District 1! I have known Vince since I was a little kid at Mark’s Meadow, knocking on…” Oct 31, 22:26
- on Parents Decry Chaotic Classroom at Fort River: “Rob, I wonder if you know (as I just discovered) that Summit Academy is named after the base of Mt.…” Oct 31, 21:47
- on Where’s the Oversight? Finance Committee Fails to Oversee $46 Million Library Project : “Thanks for covering this meeting and topic! The meeting was disappointingly scant on details, with no financial documentation provided in…” Oct 31, 14:49
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “I’ve lived in Amherst for a decade. Right now, I rent a home on Kendrick Park with two roommates, both…” Oct 31, 14:41
- on Opinion: A Plea to Senator Ed Markey: Please Choose a Graceful Exit: “I agree in 2020 I voted for Joe Kennedy. If he was a 6 year Senator now we would have…” Oct 31, 11:32
- on Portland’s Quiet Housing Revolution Is Starting to Pay Off: “Its a good article, and a great graphic. The RIP program is well intentioned… however… the results are quite mixed.…” Oct 30, 12:49
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “The glaring fact ignored by almost all is that of the 800+ new housing units built in the past decade,…” Oct 30, 09:45
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Darcy, you are right. I do try to assume good intentions. The alternative is to see conspiracies everywhere. We could…” Oct 30, 09:24
- on Letter: I’m Voting for Vince in District 1: “Michael and Ira and all, A mensch indeed! A man of peace and justice, Vince also has deep roots in…” Oct 30, 07:45
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Darcy, You have misstated my position. I am not for “market-based solutions and unfettered development of student housing in the…” Oct 29, 23:06
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “OK. Let’s fact check Andy Churchill’s assertions. CHURCHILL ASSERTION: I didn’t say assume good intentions, I said collaborate to solve…” Oct 29, 19:22
- on Parents Decry Chaotic Classroom at Fort River: “I don’t understand why a new name is necessary for Fort River Elementary. Other schools have been remodeled, expanded, or…” Oct 29, 18:05
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “hi Andy, Curious minds would love to know of several changes you support that would improve town council in ways…” Oct 29, 14:57
- on View on Views: The Work of Our Shade Tree Committee – Making Amherst Greener, Cooler, and More Beautiful: “Thank you, Hetty, for shining a spotlight on the Amherst Public Shade Tree Committee! We are an active committee of…” Oct 29, 11:29
- on Council Reluctantly Extends Deadline for Charter Review Committee Final Report: “Can Amherst have an “elected” charter commission instead of an “appointed” charter review committee? Which works better since the Amherst’…” Oct 29, 10:40
- on Opinion: Unstoppable Renewable Energy, More Heat, and a New Resource: “When I visited my daughter in Naples FL a month ago, I did not see a single solar panel on…” Oct 29, 10:01
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Darcy, I didn’t say assume good intentions, I said collaborate to solve problems. And I really shouldn’t respond to someone…” Oct 28, 18:59
- on Amherst Shows up to Support Democracy at No Kings 2.0: “My comment above needs updating. The standout has been moved to the north end of the Amherst Common and begins…” Oct 28, 17:04
- on APEA Endorses Candidates for Amherst School Committee and Town Council: “I don’t understand why our teachers aren’t supporting Cathy Schoen for Town Council when she has proven her intelligence and…” Oct 28, 14:01
- on Letter: I’m Voting for Vince in District 1: “I agree that Vince is well informed, a mensch, honest, and would make an excellent town councilor.” Oct 28, 13:52
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Sounds so good Andy but look where we are now with the things your group has accomplished. Take some credit…” Oct 28, 12:25
- on Public Comment: Amherst Residents Will Have to Cover Jones Library Fundraising Shortfall: “I support these important questions. Will all Town Council Candidates please send responses prior to the upcoming election. Answers will…” Oct 28, 10:54
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Andy, I think it’s funny the number of times I’ve heard you say we should assume good intentions. You have…” Oct 28, 09:40
- on Letter: I’m Voting for Vince in District 1: “I have known VInce O’Connor since the late 1970s. He and I have worked together on some issues and we…” Oct 28, 08:31
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Having sat with the other candidates for several forums now, I don’t believe the divide is nearly as stark as…” Oct 27, 21:16
- on APEA Endorses Candidates for Amherst School Committee and Town Council: “We can hope that this list, from an organization dedicated to the health and safety of our children’s education, holds…” Oct 27, 17:47
- on School Equity Advisory Committee Will Now Include Elementary School Families: “The School Equity Advisory Committee/SEAC, has existed in many different formats since its beginning many years ago. The first time…” Oct 27, 15:28
- on Opinion: In Amherst Town Elections It’s Progressives vs. Neoliberals: “Thank you, Darcy, for this clear and helpful introduction to this critical issue. In North Amherst, we further have to…” Oct 27, 11:37
- on Councilors Raise Concerns About Conservation Commission Appointment Process: “Well, of course Terence Masterson was rejected as a member of the Cherry Hill Committee. I’ll wager it is because…” Oct 26, 20:38
- on Charter Review Committee Narrows Its Focus in Initial Report: “By my count, the committee has received about 300 suggested changes to the charter: (200+ from their own portal, 16…” Oct 26, 16:33
- on Amherst Shows up to Support Democracy at No Kings 2.0: “Thanks for this report. Miriam DeFant is the key organizer of our Quabbin West Indivisible group. I should add that…” Oct 26, 13:58
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “How many rentals out where you are Evan? We bet not many. We are surrounded with 45 years of being…” Oct 26, 11:32
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Kathleen – this question about higher rates for high volume utility users came up this spring in a meeting (aplogies,…” Oct 26, 05:53
- on Parents Decry Chaotic Classroom at Fort River: “The new elementary school sits due-north of the highest mountain in the Holyoke range, Norwottuck, which is also a cognate…” Oct 25, 23:43
- on Photos from No Kings 2.0 Amherst: “So powerful! Thanks for collecting these. ❤️❤️❤️” Oct 25, 20:44
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “Not only is the Jones Library’s request a shameless return to the public feeding trough, it fails to comply with…” Oct 25, 20:16
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “I view the amendments as a good starting point for conversation . If it weren’t for the amendments, we wouldn’t…” Oct 25, 16:31
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “Wow. The commenters above are right. The Jones leadership and Trustees truly have no shame. Isn’t the town still waiting…” Oct 25, 13:51
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “Your anti- immigration comparison doesn’t fly at all when the zoning proposals are not anti anything. They are pro year…” Oct 25, 13:31
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “The most profitable resident are retirees, who pay taxes, their children are not in school, they cause less wear and…” Oct 25, 12:56
- on Letter: Should the Jones Library Project Be Blue Tarped?: “Hi Jim Temporary space and moving expenses are part of the soft costs for the project and include $571,9000 and…” Oct 25, 12:15
- on Councilors Raise Concerns About Conservation Commission Appointment Process: “Terence, I too, did not get appointed to the Cherry Hill study committee, but I knew when I applied I…” Oct 25, 11:22
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “Rizwana, Framing it as a developers vs. students vs. long-term residents is divisive. Too many residents are applying the language…” Oct 25, 10:01
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “To the town Council and concerned citizens, Remember your pledge “ not one penny more” for the Jones Library. No…” Oct 25, 09:58
- on Letter: Should the Jones Library Project Be Blue Tarped?: “Umm, does the $21,000/mos rent figure into the total cost liits the town had for the new library? What are…” Oct 25, 09:31
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “The town council is a puppet whose strings are pulled by Amherst Forward. Might as well tack on a ballroom…” Oct 25, 09:19
- on Letter: Should the Jones Library Project Be Blue Tarped?: “The demolition of the east wing, sorry, west wing of the library to build a ballroom (dang it, wrong again)…” Oct 25, 09:07
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “I hope no one is surprised by this. Will there ever come a time when our town council will say…” Oct 25, 08:22
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “A decision is made to make significant changes to a beloved public building. The proposed changes are sold as improvements…” Oct 25, 08:09
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Evan, What non discriminatory law allows charging higher water rates for prolific water users and who (besides the 3 colleges…” Oct 25, 07:02
- on Councilors Raise Concerns About Conservation Commission Appointment Process: “I have 40 years experience in economic development, planning , tourism with 2 New York State counties and 2 towns…” Oct 25, 06:25
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “What chutzpah! Why not just call the JLTs’ bluff? Here’s a modest proposal: • first, let the JLTs think more…” Oct 25, 00:01
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “I seem to remember someone telling me at some point that a “sinvergüenza” is more than just someone who has…” Oct 24, 23:53
- on The Original Drake: “Great article on The Drake. I started at UMASS in September 1976 and on my first night in Baker Hall,…” Oct 24, 22:00
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “Ira’s plan would be ideal for the Mitchell Farm in North Amherst too!” Oct 24, 21:49
- on Not One Penny More? Jones Library is Back, Asking the Town for Even More Money: “sin vergüenza” Oct 24, 18:26
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “See my opinion re: the Progressives vs. the Neo Liberals. https://www.amherstindy.org/2025/10/24/opinion-in-amherst-town-elections-its-progressives-vs-neoliberals/ It’s worth noting that in the vote on referral…” Oct 24, 16:53
- on Opinion: Amherst Housing Watch: Who’s Who in This Election: “Amherst rental housing prices have already blown past Princeton rents with 453 sq foot studio for $2550 at Aspen Heights.…” Oct 24, 14:34
- on Finishing Hickory Ridge Trails Awaits Completion of Pure Sky Solar/Battery System: “Hickory Ridge is a fantastic site and is already being used regularly by a large number of Amherst residents. Mr.…” Oct 24, 12:23
- on View on Views: The Work of Our Shade Tree Committee – Making Amherst Greener, Cooler, and More Beautiful: “Your recent piece, “The Work of Our Shade Tree Committee: Making Amherst Greener, Cooler, and More Beautiful,” sparked something creative…” Oct 24, 09:14
- on Councilors Raise Concerns About Conservation Commission Appointment Process: “Anybody wanna guess how many times the Town Council advised but did not consent to a Town Manager nomination to…” Oct 23, 21:43
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Triple response: Ira, The obvious solution for our banana-sellers is to sell bananas at a higher profit margin. When we…” Oct 23, 20:01
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: ““Zero Based Budgeting” instead of adding to what was budgeted the previous year. I vividly remember being told (re: my…” Oct 23, 18:47
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Instead of always thinking of ways to increase town revenue by building housing (code for student housing) perhaps other efforts…” Oct 23, 10:30
- on Finishing Hickory Ridge Trails Awaits Completion of Pure Sky Solar/Battery System: “I would like to see a comprehensive plan and budget for any future Hickory Ridge plans before any more money…” Oct 23, 06:42
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Projects like Olympia Place may seem better than dorms downtown or single family student rentals displacing families in neighborhoods, but…” Oct 22, 21:02
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “Darcy, Just as a reminder: new housing built on UMass is exempt from local property taxes, which is a huge…” Oct 22, 20:36
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “This is great Adam! I love your music. I hope all Indy readers listen to this song.” Oct 22, 17:50
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “In response to Ira’s comments, year round and student residents can help (if you haven’t already) by signing the petition…” Oct 22, 13:20
- on Town Council Candidates Weigh in on Legislative Priorities, Housing, Zoning, Schools, and Jones Library Borrowing: “I keep thinking about the two guys selling bananas out of the back of a truck. They buy them for…” Oct 22, 07:47
- on Letter: Town Council Must Correct Flawed Appointment Process: “Rob raises important questions which would have to be addressed by a Charter Commission if one was approved by the…” Oct 21, 17:23
- on Opinion: ACLT Victory and the Future of Affordable Amherst: “Just to clarify: the Community Investment Tax Credit (CITC) for donation to ACLT of $1,000 or more means that half…” Oct 21, 17:11
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “To the Editor, I want to thank the Amherst Indy for your thoughtful, consistent reporting on the proposed Archipelago development…” Oct 21, 12:29
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “Thank you for this very thoughtful recommendation, Ira. I’m also for small, balanced and beloved development or maintenance of what…” Oct 20, 21:13
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “As a former long-time resident of Amherst, remembering when Atkins was just a one lane checkout over 50 yrs. ago;…” Oct 20, 21:03
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “Ira : You said an important word , “ Trust “ . I don’t Trust our planning board to represent…” Oct 20, 20:16
- on Archipelago Withdraws Its Application for Atkins Corner Project: “Archipelago (or another developer) could create a true win for Amherst—its residents, its planet, and its future—by beginning by asking…” Oct 20, 17:24