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By RICHARD FEIN

This column is about the trafficking of illicit drugs, how they corrupt societies and get people killed. Drugs include those whose origin is natural (e.g. opiates), chemical mixes (e.g. fentanyl) and combinations of both. Globally, the annual revenue...

 As Kamala Harris’ numbers rise and as Donald Trump bemoans the fact that he is not running against Joe Biden, the former president has become desperate to redefine her. Freaked out by her large rallies, enormous fundraising, and powerful acceptance...

Two tragic wars are continuing unabated as I write this. In Gaza, tens of thousands of civilians have been killed, many more have been wounded and their homes destroyed. In Ukraine, tens of thousands have been killed and the infrastructure laid...

A gentle reminder that as we reach for cozy blankets with cooler temperatures, birds start their migration south. Lights on at night can confuse them, making their journey more difficult and dangerous. You can see who and how many are migrating at a...

By RICHARD FEIN

This column is about the trafficking of illicit drugs, how they corrupt societies and get people killed. Drugs include those whose origin is natural (e.g opiates), chemical mixes (e.g fentanyl) and combinations of both. Globally, the annual revenue...

I appreciated the reference to birth centers in the recent Gazette front-page article “Maternal health bill nears finish line,” (Aug. 16). It addressed rate parity which is one critical barrier for existing and upcoming birth centers. The centers...

It has been reported that the city plans to install a stop sign on Elm Street at the intersection of Henshaw Avenue for safety reasons. If this is the first step to a better solution, fine. If not, it is a poor decision but perhaps the best you might...

Guest columnist John Berkowitz states he is convinced that the war in Ukraine is a "civil war." [“Past time to end wars in Ukraine, Palestine,” Aug. 9]. The writer is under the illusion that the Ukrainians and the Russians are the same people. That...

Imagine if, in another country, the previous president who tried to take over the government was protected by judges he appointed. That president’s supporters attacked the Capitol to stop the certification of the election. Just before the next...

By JOHN PARADIS

 What will this land look like in 100 years? Except for infants and the very youngest children among us, we won’t know.But in less than 100 days, what that future will look like will be decided.Most everyone agrees that the November election will be...

How many readers know about Northampton Neighbors? How many of you are familiar with the free services they provide? Ever since I joined NN, before the pandemic, I have met so many wonderful people who have provided services to me — many have become...

By MARIEL E. ADDIS

My tagline says I that grew up in Northampton, left the area, and came back 16 years later. Despite the hiatus, I have lived in Northampton for total of 43 years, and kept a tab on it for those absent 16 years. There is a lot I can say about...

Here we go, another case of an elected official (our Mayor) pushing their own agenda and not listening to the wants/needs of the people. This whole project is going to change the face of Main Street and it's not for the better. Downtown businesses are...

I am writing with concern about development on View Avenue in Northampton. This hot summer has shown how important it is for us to plan for the future, and a large body of trees is an oasis of cool in the midst of a paved city, providing respite for...

During the weeks between debate and step-aside, one party was often described as “in disarray,” the other as “unified.” “Disarray” sounded wrong; it felt like a good conversation. And unified? Certainly, when a man who’d previously called their leader...

On the July 20 opinion page, writer Jan Norris of Amherst writes “Donald Trump gets shot and yet Republicans didn’t riot, there were no businesses looted, no fires were set, and Republicans didn’t get a free pass to ‘blow off steam’ … What a contrast...

Last week at the Republican National Convention we got a glimpse of the chaos and devastating policies our country would face if Donald Trump is elected to a second term as president. Now, with Joe Biden’s selfless decision to relinquish the...

By RICHARD FEIN

This column is about Saudi Arabia, a country that is changing domestically and may be important in establishing a degree of peace and security in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia is an oil-rich monarchy ruled by the Saud dynasty. Sunni Islam is the...

Wild animals give birth. They go through the “maternal process,” but sometimes complications occur. They may bleed, experience terrible pains, and die — probably in a pile of wet, dirty leaves or a dark, deep hole.Domesticated animals who experience...

It appears that some people’s concept of common sense is at variance to my own. If you can suspend your disbelief, imagine all automobiles traveling in the Central Business District under 15 mph.At this speed, simple roundels could replace traffic...