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Author Archives: Sam Ferland

Sam Ferland is a reporter covering Easthampton, Southampton and Westhampton. An Easthampton native, Ferland is dedicated to sharing the stories, perspectives and news from his hometown beat. A Wheaton College graduate, he began at the Gazette in 2025. He can be reached at sferland@gazettenet.com or 413-585-5234.

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Decision day nears in Easthampton: Voters to choose new mayor

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland November 2, 2025

EASTHAMPTON — The city will have a new mayor for the first time in eight years, and voters are one day away from deciding who that person will be. While the three-way race for mayor is nearing the finish line, Tuesday’s municipal election has always been destined to usher in changes in city leadership. That’s […]

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Sounding the alarm: State, local fire officials urge residents to replace old smoke detectors

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 30, 2025October 31, 2025
The Coleman Road end of the Manhan Rail Trail in Easthampton.
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Southampton Greenway project gaining steam with new state grant

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 30, 2025October 30, 2025
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Easthampton’s Precinct 5 candidates share their top priorities at forum

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 28, 2025October 28, 2025
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Easthampton’s Precinct 4 candidates field questions on infrastructure, communication

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 28, 2025October 28, 2025
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School Committee hopefuls in Easthampton spell out visions at forum

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 27, 2025October 27, 2025
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Easthampton OKs $106K for new generator at Public Safety Complex

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 27, 2025October 27, 2025
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts staffer Catie Gralenski works in the warehouse in Hatfield June 3.
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State Dems slam Trump for halting SNAP starting Nov. 1

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 24, 2025October 24, 2025
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Pickleball doubles up at Nonotuck Park in Easthampton

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 23, 2025October 23, 2025
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Legislation would ease burden on communities hit by insurance hikes

Avatar photo by Sam Ferland October 23, 2025October 23, 2025

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