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DONA launches research to uncover North Amherst industrial history along the Mill River by Meg Gage This article first appeared in the Amherst Indy www.amherstindy.org The Dirty Hands District — that was the colloquial name for North Amherst in the 19th and early 20th century. In contrast with the downtown neighborhoods of elite academics, writers,

By Mary SayerFebruary 15, 2022 The North Amherst Library Addition project is moving forward to the next step in the construction process. The town of Amherst has recently posted the bid package on the Massachusetts Central Registry to obtain bids for the construction of the addition. Bids are due March 18th. Library patrons hope a construction company

On October 3, eight Town Council candidates, 2 for the district and 6 at-Large, participated in an electronic forum.  Moderated by Alisa Brewer, retiring at-Large Councilor and District 1 resident, the forum kicked off the campaign season.  Candidates were able to introduce themselves and to address with a North Amherst perspective the moderator’s questions which

John Porcino leading the parachute game. This article also appeared in the Amherst Indy. On Sunday 8/29 the District One Neighborhood Association (DONA) resumed hosting its annual summer barbecue potluck.   The excellent turn-out reflected neighbors’ eagerness to be together, in person and sharing a meal.  Many people said as much, describing the relief of being

DONA encourages North Amherst residents to attend the meeting of the Conservation Commission on Wednesday, 25 August.  The on-line meeting starts at 7 pm https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/96982361133.   Early in the meeting, the Conservation Commission will discuss the boundaries of wetlands on the property proposed for The Eruptor development.  The property owner, Barry Roberts, as requested the

We are delighted with the plans to expand the North Amherst Library, adding rest rooms and a community meeting room to the north end of the library.  The renovation will also make the library ADA compliant.  We hope to hold a zoom community meeting very soon to share the plans, skillfully designed by Kuhn Riddle. 

Update on the Eruptor: A major development is planned for North Amherst.  Rudy Vogel of Springfield and parent company nuForj have signed a Purchase and Sale Agreement (P & S) with the Mitchell family to purchase a large section of their farm between Montague Road and Sunderland Road, contingent on receiving approval from various Town

The District One Neighborhood Association (DONA) is an resident agency organizing around North Amherst and town issues. The group hosts monthly community meetings, bringing together citizens’ concerns with our District One town council members. Our goal is to facilitate town government’s understanding of the concerns and wishes of North Amherst residents.