WESTFIELD — The next installment of the Westfield Athenaeum’s “Archives Dives” with local historian Bob Brown will use Alice Burke’s experiences as mayor as a jumping-off point to talk about the city’s government and political culture.
WESTFIELD — Conservation Commission Chair David Doe recently announced his retirement from the board after 32 years of working for the city, 20 years on the commission, 15 as its chair, and 12 years on the School Committee.
WESTFIELD — Local schools joined in a national event on March 1 to celebrate the birthday of famed children’s author Dr. Seuss as part of Read Across America, which encourages students to read.
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Mittineague School will stay open, for now, the School Committee recently confirmed in a largely symbolic vote.
WARE — The Ware Historical Commission continued to work on saving the buildings at the former Mary Lane Hospital at its meeting on Feb. 26.
PALMER — Soon after Scout the golden retriever began his role as a comfort animal for Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical School District, he became loved by everyone, bringing “a lot of joy” to the community, Director of Student Services Marina Latourelle stated.