
Puffer’s Pond Swimming Update: Both Beaches Meet Safe Water Standards
Weekly Testing During Swimming Season (Memorial Day – Labor Day) The latest water quality test results for Puffer’s Pond, released May 27, 2026, show that

Weekly Testing During Swimming Season (Memorial Day – Labor Day) The latest water quality test results for Puffer’s Pond, released May 27, 2026, show that

Permit Year Runs July 1 – June 30 The Town of Amherst Inspection Services reminds all residential rental property owners that current Rental Permits expire

Expect Delays on Lincoln Ave, Flat Hills Road & College Street/South East Street Intersection The Amherst Department of Public Works continues multiple construction projects. Work

Protest Proposed Trillion-Dollar Cuts to Healthcare A march and rally against Medicare and Medicaid cuts will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Northampton.

Nonessential Outdoor Water Uses Banned The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs has declared the Connecticut River Valley to be in a Level

Free Networking for Chamber Members – Casual Morning Gathering The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce will host a New Member Coffee Connect on Wednesday, June

Interactive Workshop Led by Chamber Executive Director Jacob Robinson The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Lunch & Learn session, “Sharpen Your Networking

Online Poetry Series with Lauren Camp, Okwudili Nebeolisa & Annie Wenstrup The Emily Dickinson Museum presents the Phosphorescence Contemporary Poetry Series on Thursday, June 18,

5th Annual Race & Free Family Activities Aaron’s Pinewood Derby Race and Family Fun Day will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00

Hands-On Shiitake, Oyster & Winecap Growing The New England Small Farm Institute (NESFI) and Forestopia will host a hands-on workshop, “Mushroom Cultivation – You Can