Latest News
Fall Special Town Meeting Notice
Save the Date - Fall STM on Thursday, Oct 13 at 6:30pm at TFHS Auditorium
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Sep 6, 2022
Updated: Tue, Sep 6, 2022
Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 at GCC and the Orange Transfer Station
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Updated: Thu, Aug 25, 2022
Public notice of Significant Noncompliance-Great Falls Aquaculture, LLC
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Aug 2, 2022
Updated: Tue, Aug 2, 2022
Canal District Master Plan
Review the Slide Deck from Public Workshop #2 ’Re-envisioning the Canal District’
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, Jul 18, 2022
Updated: Wed, Jul 27, 2022
Montague Accepting Applications for Assistant Town Administrator
Focused on Community & Economic Development, Facilities & Infrastructure
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Jul 11, 2022
Updated: Thu, Jul 28, 2022
Take the 5 Villages: One Future Comprehensive Plan Survey
Calling all residents to take survey on the future of Montague
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Jun 15, 2022
Updated: Wed, Jun 15, 2022
Turners Falls and Millers Falls Night Flow Isolations 6/14 and 6/16
Montague staff out in field performing night flow isolations at manholes
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Mon, Jun 13, 2022
Updated: Mon, Jun 13, 2022
Water Pollution Control Facility Name Change-Rebrand
The Montague Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF) is looking to rebrand themselves by changing their official name
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Jun 13, 2022
Updated: Mon, Jun 13, 2022
Montague Shifts to 5-Day Trash and Recycling Collection Schedule (with Updated Link)
Collection Schedule Expands June 6 - Some Tuesday and Wednesday Customers Moved to Monday
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, May 31, 2022
Updated: Wed, Jun 1, 2022
Dye Testing of Outfall April 6th-15th
Posted: to **New** News Category on Tue, May 3, 2022
Updated: Tue, May 3, 2022
Downtown Parking Study-Survey
Review Slides from Public Workshop
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Apr 25, 2022
Updated: Wed, Aug 3, 2022
Asamblea Publica Con Ja senadora Jo Comerford
Acompaña al senador Jo Comerford este 11 de Mayo a las 5 pm en el evento virtual “La Asamblea Pública”
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Apr 21, 2022
Updated: Thu, Apr 21, 2022
The People’s Town Hall with Senator Jo Comerford
Join Senator Jo Comerford for The People’s Town Hall — a fun virtual event on May 11 beginning at 5 p.m
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Apr 21, 2022
Updated: Thu, Apr 21, 2022
Free COVID Rapid Antigen Testing
Every Tuesday 9am - noon in the Town Hall Annex
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Apr 13, 2022
Updated: Wed, Apr 13, 2022
Celebrate Earth Day at the Wastewater Facility, April 22 1pm-2pm
Second Annual drive through for local families, goodie bags for the children who attend!
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Apr 5, 2022
Updated: Tue, Apr 5, 2022
April 12 PUBLIC HEARING 40R SMART GROWTH OVERLAY DISTRICT
Zoning to allow for the creation of new housing units in Turners Falls
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Mar 23, 2022
Updated: Tue, Mar 29, 2022
Selectboard Offers Opportunity for Public Input to ARPA Spending Priorities
Monday March 16 Meeting to Feature Time for Public Input and Discussion of Town Priorities for ARPA Funding
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Mar 9, 2022
Updated: Wed, Mar 9, 2022
Hold the (Styro)Foam! April 2, 9, 16, 23
Styrofoam Recycling Collections at Montague Transfer Station
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Mar 3, 2022
Updated: Thu, Mar 31, 2022
May 7, 2022 Annual Town Meeting Article Submission Deadline
Deadline March 17, 2022 at 4:00 PM
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Mar 1, 2022
Updated: Tue, Mar 1, 2022
March 3, 2022 Special Town Meeting
Log in information
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Feb 17, 2022
Updated: Thu, Feb 17, 2022
FirstLight Relicensing Recreation Settlement Agreement in Principle (AIP) - Monday, February 14 at 6pm
Join Montague’s Selectboard for discussion of the proposed AIP
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Feb 10, 2022
Updated: Thu, Feb 10, 2022
Proposed 40R Smart Growth Zoning Overlay Initial Public Hearing 2/14 7PM
Initiative to support creation of new housing units in Turners Falls
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Jan 26, 2022
Updated: Tue, Feb 8, 2022
Montague COVID-19 Test Kit Distribution
A limited number of test kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis to Montague residents. Federal program also available.
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Jan 26, 2022
Updated: Thu, Jan 27, 2022
FY23 Budget Development Schedule
You’re invited! FinCom meetings through March to focus on next year’s budget
Posted: to Finance Committee on Sun, Jan 23, 2022
Updated: Sun, Jan 23, 2022
Selectboard Implements Indoor Mask Requirement for Public Places
Effective December 22 in private and public locations open to the general public
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Dec 21, 2021
Updated: Tue, Dec 21, 2021
Santa Fire Truck Parade
Santa to visit all 5 Villages of Montague
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Dec 16, 2021
Updated: Thu, Dec 16, 2021
Zoning Bylaw Amendment regarding Battery Energy Storage Facilities
Public Hearing 12/21 6:30PM . Review the proposal here.
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, Dec 6, 2021
Updated: Mon, Dec 20, 2021
DRAFT Montague Economic Development and Industrial Corporation 2022 Economic Development Plan
Public Hearing 11/23. Comments accepted through 12/23
Posted: to Montague EDIC on Wed, Nov 10, 2021
Updated: Wed, Mar 9, 2022
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 500 AVENUE A DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
The property served as the Montague DPW maintenance facility between 1963 and December 2020.
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Nov 9, 2021
Updated: Tue, Nov 9, 2021
Selectboard Rescinds Mask Mandate; Implements Mask Recommendation
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Nov 2, 2021
Updated: Tue, Nov 2, 2021
Parking Ban December 1, 2021
On-Street Winter Parking Permits Available for $25
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Oct 26, 2021
Updated: Wed, Nov 17, 2021
Montague Wood Bank Volunteer Day October 23
Montague Wood Bank is in need of help stacking wood on Saturday, October 23rd from 8:30-11:30
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Oct 20, 2021
Updated: Wed, Oct 20, 2021
Special Town Meeting Oct 16 at 10am
at the Franklin County Technical School
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Sep 30, 2021
Updated: Thu, Sep 30, 2021
Montague Selectboard Implements Indoor Mask Requirement
Effective Sept 28 in Town buildings. Effective October 4 in other buildings serving the public.
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Sep 28, 2021
Updated: Thu, Sep 30, 2021
Park Rededication Event Saturday, October 2
Turners Falls Welcomes the Return of “The Spinner”
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Sep 27, 2021
Updated: Mon, Sep 27, 2021
DRAFT Downtown Turners Falls Rapid Recovery Plan
Available for public review
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Sep 21, 2021
Updated: Wed, Sep 29, 2021
Call for Mural Art
Montague Water Pollution Control Facility launches a call for mural art.
Posted: to General Montague News on Wed, Sep 15, 2021
Updated: Wed, Sep 15, 2021
Selectboard Candidate Forum, September 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM
Meet the Candidates running for Selectboard Member
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Sep 13, 2021
Updated: Mon, Sep 13, 2021
Lake Pleasant
Come celebrate the re-opening of the historic Bridge of Names
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Sep 13, 2021
Updated: Mon, Sep 13, 2021
Hazardous Waste Disposal Day - Sept 25th
Your chance to dispose of household and yard chemicals responsibly!
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Aug 30, 2021
Updated: Mon, Aug 30, 2021
Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
F.C. Solid Waste District is planning to hold the 2021 household hazardous waste collection on 9/25/21 at GCC’s Main Campus &Orange Transfer Station
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Updated: Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Democratic Caucus
There will be a caucus on Monday, August 16th at 6:00 PM via a Zoom meeting (see attached)
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Updated: Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Downtown Recovery Action Survey
Your input will help us prioritize COVID recovery projects in Turners Falls.
Posted: to Planning Board on Thu, Jul 15, 2021
Updated: Thu, Jul 15, 2021
The Montague Public Libraries will be open with regular hours starting Monday, June 14.
No appointments necessary. Curbside services will still be available during open hours.
Posted: to Public Libraries on Wed, Jun 9, 2021
Updated: Wed, Jun 9, 2021
Millers Falls Historic District Nomination Info Session
Via Zoom Thursday May 27 6:30PM
Posted: to Historical Commission on Thu, May 13, 2021
Updated: Mon, May 17, 2021
Changes to Open Hours for Montague Center and Millers Falls Libraries
Montague Center Library is now open by appointment Mon. & Wed., 2:00-7:00. Millers Falls Library is now open, with no appointment necessary, Tues. & Thurs. 2:00-7:00.
Posted: to Public Libraries on Wed, May 12, 2021
Updated: Wed, May 12, 2021
FRTA Public Information Meeting: New Garage and Maintenance Facility
Your opportunity to learn more about FRTA’s plan to construct a new vehicle maintenance facility on Sandy Lane in Turners Falls.
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, May 4, 2021
Updated: Tue, May 4, 2021
FRCOG Public Info Meeting Notice 2022 - 2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
The FRCOG will be holding a virtual public meeting on May 6, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM to discuss the DRAFT 2022 - 2026 TIP
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, May 3, 2021
Updated: Mon, May 3, 2021
19th Annual Mental Health & Wellness Fair
Participate Online 5/17 - 5/21 to Spread Awareness
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Apr 22, 2021
Updated: Thu, Apr 22, 2021
Celebrate Earth Day at the Wastewater Facility, April 22 3pm-5pm
A COVID safe drive through for local families, goodie bags for the children who attend!
Posted: to General Montague News on Thu, Apr 15, 2021
Updated: Thu, Apr 15, 2021
Rabies Clinic - Saturday, April 17, 2021
Posted: to Town Clerk on Tue, Apr 13, 2021
Updated: Tue, Apr 13, 2021
Cleanup begins at former Railroad Salvage Property- 11 Power Street
EPA Emergency Response and Removal Team to clean blighted property by CT River starting March 2021
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Mar 15, 2021
Updated: Wed, Mar 17, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in our County
Local Access to Vaccinations for Eligible Persons
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Feb 16, 2021
Updated: Sat, Feb 20, 2021
Remote Special Town Meeting at 6:30pm February 25, 2021
Please Read Article for Instructions to Allow Members and the Public to Participate!
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Feb 16, 2021
Updated: Tue, Feb 16, 2021
FRTA Announces Weekend Service Bus Pilot Program
Begins Sunday, February 14th
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Updated: Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Montague Public Libraries Re-Opening to the Public February 9
All three Montague Public Libraries are opening by appointment. Call your branch to schedule a time!
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Updated: Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Montague Public Libraries Open By Appointment
Beginning Tuesday, February 9, all three library buildings will be open by appointment, for browsing and computer use.
Posted: to Public Libraries on Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Updated: Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Town Hall Limited Re-Opening to Public on February 9
Public Hours include 10:30-12:30 and 3:30-5:30 Monday - Thursday
Posted: to General Montague News on Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Updated: Mon, Feb 8, 2021
Montague Community Wood Bank: Firewood Available
Dry firewood available for residents in need of heating assistance. Contact the Council on Aging at coa@montague-ma.gov or 413.863.9357
Posted: to Council on Aging on Tue, Jan 19, 2021
Updated: Tue, Jan 19, 2021
The Carnegie Public Library Has a New Phone System
The correct number for Carnegie is 413-863-3214. The number 413-863-3215 no longer works. Thank you for your patience while we make the transition!
Posted: to Public Libraries on Mon, Dec 28, 2020
Updated: Mon, Dec 28, 2020
Resident Overnight Parking Permits for Winter 2020/2021
On-street Permits Now Available in Turners Falls
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Tue, Oct 27, 2020
Updated: Thu, Nov 5, 2020
Farren Care Center Public Hearing Notice
Follow up to the 8/17/20 Notice of Intent to Close and Proposed Closure Plan for Farren Care Center
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Sep 22, 2020
Updated: Tue, Sep 22, 2020
Montague converts 3 municipal buildings to LED lighting
Over $10,000 in annual cost savings projected from a FY20 Green Communities Grant
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Sep 9, 2020
Updated: Wed, Sep 9, 2020
Notice of Violation for Lightlife Foods
Public notice of Significant Noncompliance
Posted: to General Montague News on Tue, Jun 30, 2020
Updated: Tue, Jun 30, 2020
2020 Downtown Livability Plan Update Report
Released for public use
Posted: to Planning Board on Thu, Apr 23, 2020
Updated: Thu, Apr 23, 2020
Notice to Taxpayers - Additional Information Regarding Tax Bill Due Date Extensions
Posted: to Treasurer / Tax Collector on Tue, Apr 21, 2020
Updated: Tue, Apr 21, 2020
Updates to Tax Bill Due Date Extension - 4/21/2020
Current Information Regarding Tax Bill Due Date Changes
Posted: to Treasurer / Tax Collector on Tue, Apr 21, 2020
Updated: Tue, Apr 21, 2020
Opportunity Zones aid in historic revitalization and mixed-use development in Greenfield and Montague
Town receives assistance from Smart Growth America
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, Mar 9, 2020
Updated: Mon, Mar 9, 2020
Presidential Primary - Unofficial Results
Posted: to Town Clerk on Wed, Mar 4, 2020
Updated: Wed, Mar 4, 2020
Battlefield Study Forum Thursday 2/27
“New Field Research 2019” presented by David Naumec, and Ashley Bissonnette of University Connecticut Research Team
Posted: to Battlefield Grant Advisory Commission on Tue, Feb 25, 2020
Updated: Tue, Feb 25, 2020
FY20 Community Development Block Grant
Request for Proposals for Social Service Programs that promote English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and/or English Language Learners (ELL) Skill Development
Posted: to Selectmen’s Office on Mon, Dec 23, 2019
Updated: Mon, Dec 23, 2019
Hazard Mitigation Forum 12/11- INPUT NEEDED!
Montague is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan and invites Town officials, stakeholders, and the community to learn about Montague’s top priority actions to address natural hazards and the impacts of a changing climate.
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, Dec 2, 2019
Updated: Mon, Dec 9, 2019
FY20 Community Development Block Grant - Request for Proposals for Social Service Programs
The Town requests proposals for public social service programs that will meet the needs of Town residents for inclusion in its FY2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application. All proposed programs must address needs identified in the T
Posted: to Board of Selectmen on Tue, Nov 12, 2019
Updated: Tue, Nov 12, 2019
Montague receives $311,000 Complete Streets Grant
To fund 4 projects that will improve walking and cycling in town
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Wed, Feb 27, 2019
Updated: Wed, Feb 27, 2019
ZONING Bylaw and Map Overhaul Information
New Bylaws effective 2/19/19
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Feb 6, 2019
Updated: Tue, May 28, 2019
Montague Nomination Papers are Now Available
Posted: to Town Clerk on Mon, Jan 14, 2019
Updated: Mon, Jan 14, 2019
Proposed Zoning Bylaw and Map Changes
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Nov 28, 2018
Updated: Wed, Jan 9, 2019
An ambitious project to plant up to 800 trees in Montague over the next three years is being supported by a new grant from the U.S. Forest Service.
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Wed, Oct 31, 2018
Updated: Wed, Oct 31, 2018
Request for Public Comment: Zoning Bylaw Update Project
Public Comment Period Extended through December 18
Posted: to Planning Board on Tue, Oct 2, 2018
Updated: Wed, Nov 28, 2018
Apply Now for Cultural Council Funding!
Small grants to support arts & culture programming in 2022
Posted: to Cultural Council on Mon, Sep 3, 2018
Updated: Tue, Sep 28, 2021
Complete Streets Prioritization Plan
Final Draft Available
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, Jul 23, 2018
Updated: Thu, Aug 9, 2018
Planning Board Begins Comprehensive Zoning Bylaw Update
Posted: to Planning Board on Thu, Jul 19, 2018
Updated: Thu, Jul 19, 2018
Unearthing the New Narratives of 1676: Public Info Session on current archaeology findings at the Falls
Posted: to Battlefield Grant Advisory Commission on Mon, Jun 18, 2018
Updated: Mon, Jun 18, 2018
Board of Selectmen Summer Meeting Schedule
Posted: to Board of Selectmen on Wed, May 23, 2018
Updated: Wed, May 23, 2018
DPW Facility Building Committee Recruitment
Submit Interest by June 12
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Wed, May 23, 2018
Updated: Tue, Jun 5, 2018
Montague Vulnerabilities Preparedness Plan Available for Review and Comment
Comments accepted through June 18
Posted: to Planning Board on Mon, May 21, 2018
Updated: Mon, May 21, 2018
New Economic Development Incentive Programs in Montague
Posted: to Board of Selectmen on Tue, May 8, 2018
Updated: Tue, May 8, 2018
DPW Open House Event
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Mon, Apr 30, 2018
Updated: Mon, Apr 30, 2018
Proposed DPW Information Session at Gill-Montague Senior Center April 24
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Thu, Apr 12, 2018
Updated: Thu, Apr 12, 2018
Community Outreach Meeting/ Special Permit Hearing for proposed marijuana cultivation/production/retail establishment: 253 Organic, LLC
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Mar 14, 2018
Updated: Wed, Mar 14, 2018
Proposed DPW- Final Information Session
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Thu, Feb 1, 2018
Updated: Thu, Feb 1, 2018
Marijuana Establishments- Final Draft Zoning Bylaw for Town Meeting Approval 2/15/18
Posted: to Planning Board on Tue, Jan 30, 2018
Updated: Tue, Jan 30, 2018
Montague Nomination Papers are Now Available
Posted: to Town Clerk on Mon, Jan 29, 2018
Updated: Mon, Jan 29, 2018
Public Works Facility Planning Committee Announces Public Information Series
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Wed, Jan 10, 2018
Updated: Wed, Jan 10, 2018
Licensed Marijuana Establishments - Draft Zoning Bylaw for Public Comment
Posted: to Planning Board on Wed, Jan 3, 2018
Updated: Tue, Jan 9, 2018
Notice of Informational Meeting Community Development Strategy (CDS)
November 28, 2017 6:30 PM Montague Town Hall - 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Posted: to Planning Board on Thu, Nov 16, 2017
Updated: Thu, Nov 16, 2017
Public Hearing Proposed Amendment Zoning Bylaws Recreational Marijuana
MONTAGUE PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING BYLAWS RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA MORITORIUM
Posted: to Zoning Board of Appeals on Wed, Nov 8, 2017
Updated: Fri, Nov 10, 2017
The Land Speaks: New Perspectives on the Falls Fight
A presentation by Archeologists and Tribal representatives
Posted: to Battlefield Grant Advisory Commission on Tue, Nov 7, 2017
Updated: Tue, Nov 7, 2017
NOTICE OF INFORMATIONAL MEETING – SPINNER PARK IMPROVEMENTS
Public Input Sought on November 15
Posted: to Board of Selectmen on Mon, Oct 30, 2017
Updated: Fri, Nov 10, 2017
Fall ’Clean Sweep’ Bulky Waste Recycling Day
Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to noon, at 3 locations
Posted: to Dept Public Works (DPW) on Wed, Sep 6, 2017
Updated: Mon, Nov 6, 2017
Reconstruction: Events at Great Falls on May 19, 1676
Using archaeology to reconstruct the events at the Great Falls on May 19, 1676
Posted: to Battlefield Grant Advisory Commission on Tue, Jun 20, 2017
Updated: Fri, Nov 10, 2017
Police Logs 2013
January through September
Posted: to Police Department on Tue, Oct 1, 2013
Updated: Thu, Nov 2, 2017