Easthampton Opens Cooling Centers Ahead of Incoming Heatwave

With a heatwave bearing down on the region, the city is activating cooling centers to give residents a place to escape the heat.

TOWN HALL

The city posted notice Monday that cooling centers will open in response to an approaching heatwave. No specific locations, hours, or opening dates were listed in the initial announcement, but residents can check the city's official alerts page for updates as the weather develops.

Also visible on the town homepage: a standing traffic alert noting a lane restriction on the Liberty Street Bridge remains in effect. Residents traveling that corridor should plan accordingly.

COMING UP

The Board of Assessors meets June 30. The Community Garden Committee convenes July 2. On July 7, both the Planning Board and the City Council Public Safety Committee are scheduled to meet. The Easthampton Public Library offers Technology Help sessions on July 1 and July 8. Arts in the Park featuring The Hard Knox Band is scheduled for July 10.

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