Town Issues COVID and Summer Public Health Updates
Source: Amherst Public Health Department Recent news stories have focused on increasing COVID levels in...
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Puffer’s Pond Remains Closed to Swimming. Here’s a FAQ on the Status of the Pond.
Source: amherstma.gov Due to high bacteria levels, Puffer’s Pond is closed for swimming. Updated July...
Ways to Stay Cool During Extreme Heat in Amherst
Source: amherstma.gov High temperatures and increased humidity are forecast for the remainder of this week...
Letter: Baystate Noble Nurses Seek Public Support for Fair Contract
My name is Lauren Reingold and I am a nurse at Baystate Noble Hospital. I...
Opinion: For Profit Medicine Is Ruining Massachusetts Health Care
The following article, ” For Profit Medicine is Ruining Massachusetts Health Care” by John E....
Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens in Amherst
Source: amherstma.gov Free summer meals are being offered for kids and teens, ages 18 and...
Puffers Pond Remains Closed to Swimming
Source: amherstma.gov Puffer’s Pond will remain closed to swimming until further notice due to high...
From Other Sources: News for and About Amherst. This Week: Catching Up
We’re still trying to catch up on the news from when we were on vacation...
Puffers Pond Remains Closed to Swimming
Source: amherstma.gov Puffer’s Pond will remain closed to swimming until further notice due to high...
Town Announces Temporary Cooling Center and Hot Weather Tips
Source: amherstma.gov The Town of Amherst will be offering a variety of ways to stay...
Puffer’s Pond Closed to Swimming
The Town of Amherst Conservation Department has announced that Puffer’s Pond is closed to swimming...
Opinion: More Money for the Library but Not for the Schools
by Art and Maura Keene The Town Council Meeting of June 17 (see also here)...