Northampton approves plan to add signals and protected bike lanes at high school corridor City staff presented a near-final design for safety upgrades on Route 9 at Northampton High School: two coordinated signalized intersections with exclusive pedestrian phases, continuous protected bike lanes, narrowed travel lanes and ADA improvements. Estimated funding includes $1.5M ARPA and $1.5M capital funds; bidding planned for January.

Northampton is set to transform Route 9 with new safety measures for students and cyclists, featuring signalized intersections and protected bike lanes!

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Council refers three school energy orders to Dec. 4 after presentation on solar and geothermal projects After a presentation and extended Q&A, the Northampton City Council voted to refer three first‑reading financial orders — two solar projects (Ryan Road and Jackson Street schools) and a geothermal system at Northampton High School — to the Dec. 4 consent agenda for final action.

The Northampton City Council is taking a bold step towards a sustainable future by referring three innovative energy projects for approval, including solar canopies and geothermal systems in local schools.

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City Council approves 2026 budget and $140K for special education funding City Council passes $48.8M budget and $140K for special education stabilization fund.

The Northampton School Committee just approved a groundbreaking $48.8 million budget and secured an additional $140K for special education—key steps for the future of local education!

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City Council approves donation to Northampton High School Library Council members approve $1,639.79 donation for Northampton High School Library

The Northampton School Committee just approved a generous $1,639.79 donation to enhance the High School Library, showcasing their dedication to enriching student resources!

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Northampton educators raise alarms over staffing cuts and student support crises Teachers and parents demand action on understaffing and inadequate support in Northampton schools.

Northampton educators are sounding the alarm over severe staffing cuts and their devastating impact on students, especially those with special needs.

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Parents demand urgent action from Northampton officials amid escalating school safety and funding crisis Parents demand urgent action on school safety and funding amid rising student distress and violence.

Parents are sounding the alarm over escalating violence and funding issues in Northampton schools, demanding immediate action to safeguard their children’s education and well-being.

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