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Hampshire College Students Respond to Drought: Voluntarily Forego Bathing

Amherst, Massachusetts Hampshire College students, long known for their political and social activism, are at it again. Returning to campus in serious drought conditions, an ad hoc group of earnest enviros launched the BATH BAN PLEDGE, which has since been signed by over 97% of students. Pledge participants agree to forego showers, baths, and other […]

Amherst to Replace Town History

Amherst, Massachusetts Audience members gave the Amherst selectboard a standing ovation when they unveiled their plans for a new town history at last week’s meeting. “I think it’s time for a new, more progressive history,” said Donna Eriksson, an alderwoman from South Amherst. “At first, we only wanted to change the town’s name. But once […]