AMHERST — Construction on Fisher and Harris streets and Mount Pleasant began Monday.
Warner Brothers LLC of Sunderland will be raising road structures, including manhole covers and catch basin tops, and then removing the current pavement, before grading and compaction takes place later in the week.
The roads will remain open to through traffic, but travelers are advised to expect minor delays. On-street parking will be prohibited.
Meanwhile, Warner Brothers will continue building handicapped sidewalk ramps on Pine Street and getting Shumway Street ready for a new coat of pavement.
Caracas Construction of Ludlow will continue work replacing the underground water main through the intersection of Triangle and East Pleasant streets.
For more information, contact the Department of Public Works at 259-3050 or publicworks@amherstma.gov
SOUTH HADLEY – On May 7 the Vietnam Veterans Bridge between South Hadley and Holyoke will close to cars and open its streets to pedestrians for the first River Roll and Stroll.
Before the event happens, organizers need to gather a team of 75 volunteers to help the day go off without a hitch. Volunteers can help with a variety of events, including setup and cleanup, or serve as a bridge ambassador helping to keep an eye on safety.
Volunteers are asked to work a two-hour shift. Those interested in volunteering can reach out via email at volunteercoordinators2017@gmail.com and include their full name, contact information and number of hours they’d like to volunteer.
Training sessions will be scheduled later in April.
More information about the event can be found www.facebook.com/riverrollandstroll.
EASTHAMPTON — The city of Easthampton has partnered with the Great American Rain Barrel Co. to offer discounted rain barrels to residents and nearby communities.
“Rain barrels are an effective way to collect water and reduce storm water pollution,” assistant planner Jamie Webb wrote in a press release.
According to Webb, residential water usage increases significantly during the growing season, and with a single barrel, a home can save over 1,500 gallons of water per year — keeping water bill costs down.
The 60-gallon rain barrels are being sold for $64 unpainted or $69 painted in green, brown or gray. According to the city, the rain barrels are normally priced at $119 each.
To order a rain barrel, visit easthampton.org/rainbarrels or call the Great American Rain Barrel Co. at (800) 251-2352.
Orders must be placed by April 26 and pick up is May 3 from 4-6 p.m. at the Municipal Building parking lot, 50 Payson Ave.