Amherst purchases former Buckmeadow golf course
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The former Buckmeadow golf course in Amherst has been acquired by the town of Amherst, and could soon be converted into playing fields. Officials closed on the 40-acre property off Route 101A last week, purchasing the large parcel for $575,000. `I think it is exciting, The project is unusual in that it is using recreation and conservation resources, and the collaboration between the two groups and the community has helped to make this come together,` Peter...