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Amherst Warns of Traffic Near New Elementary School Opening

Amherst officials warn of traffic congestion near South East Street as the town's new elementary school opens this week. The News Flash advisory covers South East Street between Route 9 and Main Street, tied to the opening of the school at 70 South East Street. Meanwhile, the town launc…

Amherst Closes Spring Street Section for Paving Tuesday

Amherst will close a section of Spring Street to all traffic and parking on Tuesday, Aug. 25, for repaving work. The closure covers the stretch between Boltwood Avenue and Churchill Road, near 26 Spring Street, according to the town's News Flash service. The announcement came alongside …

Amherst Deed Activity Tops 15 Transfers as Condo Sales Lead Disclosed Prices

Fifteen property deeds were recorded in Amherst between July 24 and Aug. 22, but only five disclosed a sale price, ranging from $134,200 to $310,000, with a median of $200,000. The month's top disclosed sale was a $310,000 condominium transfer at 28 Greenleaves Drive, Unit 814, in the Greenleaves

Amherst Reminds Voters of Sept. 1 State Primary

Amherst reminded voters that the Massachusetts state primary is Tuesday, September 1, 2026, with registration and early-voting options still open. Voters can cast ballots by mail, absentee, early in person, or on election day itself. Town Hall also launched a new Agenda and Minutes Cent…

Amherst Studies Zoning Options for Hampshire College Campus

Amherst launched a zoning study for the Hampshire College campus after the college said it will end academic operations in December 2026. The town also opened its new online Agenda and Minutes Center for public meetings, announced Bangs Community Center renovations aimed at accessibilit…