Holyoke teachers speak out as receivership nears end date
HOLYOKE — After 10 years, the end of state receivership is just a few months away with Holyoke Public Schools’ chronically underperforming designation set to end on July 1.
Community mural installed at Northampton City Hall
NORTHAMPTON — A new 14-foot community mural celebrating Northampton’s rich artistic and cultural history was unveiled inside of City Hall on April 28, and features famed opera singer Jenny Lind and the origin of the city’s nickname, “Paradise City.”
Students learn about tree importance for Arbor Day
LONGMEADOW — Dressed in a lab coat and sporting wild white hair, Canadian arborist and educator “Professor Elwood Pricklethorn” entertained fourth graders at Blueberry Hill School while helping them grow their knowledge and love of trees.
Massachusetts reports fifth most antisemitic incidents across U.S.
A new report from the Anti-Defamation League shows that Massachusetts recorded 438 antisemitic incidents in 2024, the fifth most in the United States and the most in New England by far.
No cuts to staff, programs in Agawam’s new $53M school budget
AGAWAM — The School Committee adopted a new $53.5 million budget for Agawam schools without any discussion or without any public comment following an open hearing on April 29.
Somers gears up for spring Townwide Tag Sale on May 3
SOMERS — Bargain hunters and local residents alike are gearing up for the Somers Townwide Tag Sale, set to take place on Saturday, May 3, rain or shine.