by Sarah Heinonen | Jan 7, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The Dec. 15 ribbon cutting at Springfield Crossing shopping plaza on the former site of the Eastfield Mall, was an emotional one for many of the lawmakers and developers at the event.
by Sarah Heinonen | Jan 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield is among hundreds of cities around the country struggling with the issue of homelessness.
by Cliff Clark | Jan 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Southwick
SOUTHWICK — With LakeView Tavern voluntarily closing in early November, the status of its liquor license was discussed during the Select Board’s meeting on Dec. 29 with the restaurant’s owner.
by Trent Levakis | Jan 6, 2026 | Hampshire County, Local News, Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton School Committee is inviting the public to consider joining the Preliminary Superintendent Search Committee as the district seeks to hire a permanent superintendent to begin duties on July 1.
by Tyler Garnet | Jan 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke School Committee met on Dec. 17 to review and approve a slate of candidates who will serve on the screening committee for the superintendent search.
by Amy Porter | Jan 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Westfield
WESTFIELD — Young adults in the Westfield Public Schools Transition Program spread holiday cheer with annual caroling stops at downtown businesses and a special delivery to the Westfield Animal Shelter on the Monday before Christmas.