LUDLOW — Tony Hoffman is many things, including a professional athlete, Olympic coach, author and motivational speaker. He is also a convicted felon and in recovery from an opioid addiction.
Every year, the generosity of residents and businesses across Western Massachusetts brings smiles and happiness to hundreds of families and thousands of children who would otherwise not know the joy of the Christmas holiday season.
PALMER — Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School Superintendent Eric Duda announced that Pathfinder Tech was awarded a historic $1.25 million grant from the state, the largest in the school’s history.
MONSON — At the Oct. 28 special Town Meeting, Monson residents voted against purchasing two local properties proposed by the Community Preservation Committee after concerns were raised about the impact these purchases would have on residents’ taxes.
HAMPDEN — Hampden resident Anthony Smith recently released his debut book “Getting Started as a Therapist: 50+ Tips for Clinical Effectiveness” to provide additional support to psychology students and therapists as they work to apply their education to real world experiences.
LONGMEADOW — Thanks to the fundraising efforts of parents and community members, Longmeadow teachers can educate students with initiatives and materials that would otherwise be out of reach. The Longmeadow Educational Excellence Foundation awarded $78,241 in grants to 31 educators at its annual ceremony on Oct. 24.