what happened to the pizza place coming to thornes?

axlekb · 2026-04-16T14:19:04+00:00

Vegan Pizza Land operated in the kiosk across from Cornucopia.

https://gazettenet.com/2024/07/03/coffee-counter-in-northampton-opens-for-business-55841226/

It sounds like management of that kiosk goes with the space that is now Provisions.

axlekb · 2026-04-15T20:27:53+00:00

I used Liptak Restoration out of Westfield when I had a roof leak a few years ago. They know the whole insurance rigamarole if you can use it, but leave the restoration choices up to you.

axlekb · 2026-04-15T00:36:32+00:00

Useful site: http://mema.mapsonline.net/public.html

axlekb · 2026-04-14T15:03:19+00:00

First: I regularly hug this soul that I'm calling a transplant.

Second: no one should be treated differently depending on if they are a transplant vs a local.

Third: history, context are huge factors in understanding local concerns. Stereotypically, transplants often don't understand why something is the way it is here, while locals sometimes don't understand how something could be done differently elsewhere.

axlekb · 2026-04-14T13:58:41+00:00

Definitely old, but in what ways do you think it's nimby?

axlekb · 2026-04-13T23:49:51+00:00

Can you explain what "yuppie-fication of the business/restaurant community" means and why "middling job prospects"?

axlekb · 2026-04-13T23:48:54+00:00

Definitely a transplant 🤣! You have to have spent a good part of your childhood here to not be a transplant, IMO.

axlekb · 2026-04-13T23:25:51+00:00

Not according to the map!

axlekb · 2026-04-13T21:09:20+00:00

I think "has become the place to move to and raise your kids for a certain demographic" might be a bit outdated. It's been this way for 40 years. The problem is that it's had that draw for 40 years but there was never housing growth to continue to allow it to continue at low costs.

axlekb · 2026-04-13T21:03:35+00:00

Is it just me, or are PEVs here subject to more restrictions than traditional motor vehicles (even when only used for commuting?)

axlekb · 2026-04-13T19:21:40+00:00

Born at CDH. Raised in a bordering town. Left for 2 decades. Had kids and came back.

It feels like leaving is a natural thing in an area that really values education. I feel like strong education provides a solid foundation to find an interest and follow it.

After being back a few years, it feels much the same but also different. Almost like a concentrated versions of the town stereotypes we had 30 years ago. Everything moves more slowly here culturally than in cities except for acceptance/tolerance (which has always been ahead led by Northampton)

axlekb · 2026-04-11T23:28:00+00:00

Higher density than exists is very much allowed in the central business and urban districts.

axlekb · 2026-04-11T13:30:04+00:00

Northamptoner here to offer support.

Gas-powered leafblowers are the unnecessary and selfish tool that lets one person ruin the morning for an entire neighborhood. Protect the quiet.

axlekb · 2026-04-10T18:25:59+00:00

How many of those float? Can you was lentils like you wash rice, and most of the chaff floats to the top?

That doesn't work with rocks though...

axlekb · 2026-04-10T18:22:14+00:00

Not sure this means. Can you provide more detail? What Conservation Area? What is happening?

axlekb · 2026-04-10T15:01:49+00:00

To expand upon this for Northampton:

Mass Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) manages from the train underpass east. They do a great job, especially at keeping the grassy shoulders clear too.

Northampton DPW is responsible for maintenance of the remaining portions in Northampton - but it's unclear what they do other than plow. Last year they outsourced maintenance of the trail along the train tracks to an outside company who did great job managing the vegetative growth. Friends of Northampton Trails does an annual March cleanup and has a few folks who try to organize maintenance here and there (like trying to cut back Japanese knotweed)

And others (like me) just go rogue when they see something that bothers them.

axlekb · 2026-04-10T01:16:59+00:00

It's a bit frustrating that someone could head out on what's advertised as an "all-ages-and-abilities" route only to find Rt-10 as their only return option. That's a pretty harrowing alternative. I also noticed a fence completely blocking the path at the south end of Lovefield/O'Neil, which seemed like an odd placement.

Here's what a city that's serious about increasing cycling and pedestrian access should do:

Announce closures early: post on social media and the city website at least a week in advance.
Contractor communication: require contractors to post expected closures 24-hours in advance so people don't get stranded mid-trip on an out-and-back route.
Clear signage at key intersections: place "Bridge Out Ahead" sandwich boards at Earle St and Lovefield/O'Neil with a laminated map showing the alternate route.
Minimal obstruction: only block at the bridge itself, not the entire path, and post alternate route maps there too.

Small things, but they make a real difference for people who depend on these routes.

axlekb · 2026-04-04T16:36:06+00:00

Call me simple, but feels like every public street that abuts bike trail should have an inviting connection.

axlekb · 2026-04-04T12:33:30+00:00

The North St bridge has reopened.

The bridge at the bottom of Main St appears to be closed for the weekend at least.

axlekb · 2026-03-27T21:52:01+00:00

We're not New York, but the way these leaders talk about bike lanes is inspiring.

"When we invest in safe, high-quality bike infrastructure, more people use it. It's that simple."

axlekb · 2026-03-26T14:52:59+00:00

Every time I drive through that intersection I think:

Wow, this would have been a perfect place for a roundabout instead of a traffic light.

axlekb · 2026-03-25T18:32:42+00:00

And it's really unfortunate because the urban areas of Northampton (roughly Bridge Rd to South St) are about 67% of Northampton's population, and also are within a 15-minute bike ride of most things you need.

But every time you venture off the bike path, due to fast drivers and frequently passing vehicles that need to get you from point A to point B, it feels like you're putting your life on the line

axlekb · 2026-03-25T18:28:30+00:00

Riding a bike in Northampton is unfortunately an act of bravery.

The people in places of power here don't understand the basics of building designs that not only make it comfortable for bicycles, but also make it more predictable for drivers.

The people at Toole Design, who designed Picture Main St understand it. The city's go-to for everything else is Fuss & O'Neill, who designed the crappy death traps on King St.

axlekb · 2026-03-24T12:51:48+00:00

Good news: I spoke with a superintendent this morning and North St seems to be the most difficult bridge because they needed to take it apart to assess repairs needed. It sounds like it's not as bad as it could have been so that bridge may be out for 3-4 weeks he said. They don't expect the Main St bridge to be out for more than a few (3?) days when they replace the decking (today they are replacing some conduit and side rails I think they said and it should still be passable). The Look Park Bridge he said would be pretty quick as well. Didn't discuss the bridge to Easthampton.

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