Mark the Autumnal Equinox at the UMass Sunwheel
Public sunrise and sunset gatherings on September 22 explore the astronomy of the changing seasons...
What’s Happening in Amherst?
by Art and Maura Keene Help us make our events calendar more comprehensive by sending...
Letter: It’s Time for the Democrats to Move Left
The following letter was sent to the Amherst Democratic Town Committee on September 18, 2026....
Letter: Grass on New Athletic Fields Is Too Long
I want to begin by recognizing the work that has gone into bringing the track...
Letter: UMass’ AI Infrastructure Push Needs A Public Value Test
Tomorrow (Sept. 17), UMass Amherst opens its Sustainable Compute & AI Infrastructure Research Symposium with a useful...
Opinion: From ‘Send it to the Human Rights Commission’ to ‘Who is Actually Responsible?’
Social Injustice Goes Global On Aug. 25, a hateful symbol was found spray-painted on electrical...
Garden Program Brings Student-Grown Produce to School Cafeterias
Source: Amherst Regional Public Schools Students working in Amherst and Pelham elementary school gardens are...
Photos of the Week: 2026 Annual Block Party Gallery
by Josna Rege and Art Keene A rainy evening did not deter Amherst residents, as...
What’s in This Issue?
Welcome to our Table of Contents. You can also receive a listing of all new...
Racist Graffiti Reported at Kendrick Park
Racist graffiti was reported at Kendrick Park and on three electrical boxes around town, one...
What Kind of Resident Oversight Board for the Amherst Police Will Best Serve the Town? GOL Remains Split
Report on the Meeting of the Government, Organization and Legislation Committee (GOL), September 8, 2026...
Jones Library Building Project Financial Status, September 2026: $8.4 Million Still Owed to Town
Since the last update in August 2026, the Jones Library has made no additional payments to...