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Masonic Street, Northampton, MA

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Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Hampshire County Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Hampshire County
Pedestrian Struck By Vehicle In Hampshire County A pedestrian by a vehicle in Western Massachusetts suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The incident took place in Hampshire County around 12:30 p.m Saturday, Aug. 14 in the area of Main and Masonic streets in Northampton, said Detective Lt. Craig Kirouac. The victim was taken to a local hospital and is expected to be okay, police said.  An investigation is underway to determine if the person was in a crosswalk.

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
COVID-19: Northampton Neighborhood Bar/Restaurant Closes For Winter COVID-19: Northampton Neighborhood Bar/Restaurant Closes For Winter
Covid-19: Northampton Neighborhood Bar/Restaurant Closes For Winter A staple of the Northampton late-night scene is closing temporarily this winter due to COVID-19. On Tuesday, Nov. 17, the owners of Packard’s Bar on Masonic Street announced it is closed, but will reopen in the spring. “With difficult decisions, rising number of cases and with the safety of our staff and customers in the forefront of our mind … Packard’s has decided to close for the winter and reopen in the spring,” the restaurant and bar said on its Facebook page. Packard’s is a three-story bar and restaurant with numerous pool tables and rooms for private parties. The neighborhood bar i…

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by Kristin Palpini
Business
Business Owners Win: 'Shared Streets' To Be Removed From Northampton Business Owners Win: 'Shared Streets' To Be Removed From Northampton
Business Owners Win: 'Shared Streets' To Be Removed From Northampton Business owners who disliked Northampton’s new Shared Streets and Spaces initiative have gotten their way. Northampton will be removing the temporary changes to Main Street that reduced parking in favor of wider sidewalks and more outdoor dining. The redesign included artwork painted on the streets and additional flower pots between Old South Street/State Street and King Street/Pleasant Street. Monday, Sept. 14, at around 9 p.m., city workers will begin to dismantle the shared streets project - removing barriers, planters, signage, and restoring the street to four lanes of traffic, instead…

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by Kristin Palpini
Business
A New Restaurant For Northampton? T. Roots Applies For Liquor License A New Restaurant For Northampton? T. Roots Applies For Liquor License
A New Restaurant For Northampton? T. Roots Applies For Liquor License T. Roots Inc. is seeking a new seasonal liquor license in Northampton. The company, which was founded in May, has plans to open a restaurant at 249 Main St., according to public records. It is the site of the former Viva Fresh Pasta restaurant on the corner of Main and Masonic streets. Viva closed in August 2019. Owners are applying for a new seasonal wine and malt restaurant license. A Northampton License COmmission hearing on the liquor application will be held, virtually, Aug. 5 at 4 p.m. T. Roots president is Hui Lan Tsao, according to the Secretary of State. Pei Yi Fu, of Jamaica …

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by Kristin Palpini