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…

Heavy rains have compromised Potwine Lane, forcing Amherst to close it to through traffic this week. The road is shut between house numbers 216 and 256, though residents can still reach either end via Middle Street or West Street. The town also rolled out a new virtual Fall Program Guid…