by Michael Ballway | May 1, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Local Headlines, West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD — After decades of studies, subcommittee meetings and School Committee discussions produced a plan for closing Mittineague School that prompted unprecedented outcry, Mayor William Reichelt wants “a true master plan of the steps we can do moving...
by Bill Zito | May 1, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, More Local Headlines
LONGMEADOW — A virtual public hearing on April 29 offered community members an opportunity to review and offer input on the town of Longmeadow’s update to the 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting sought guidance and recommendation from town residents to assist in...
by Tyler Garnet | Apr 30, 2024 | Hampshire County, Local News, More Local Headlines, South Hadley
SOUTH HADLEY — The special and annual Town Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 8 at 6 p.m. at South Hadley High School, 153 Newton St. The two warrants feature a combined 34 articles and can be found at Town Hall or online at tinyurl.com/u983jku8. The special...
by Laura Mason | Apr 30, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Ludlow, More Local Headlines
LUDLOW — The Ludlow Recreation Department Whitney Park Summer Program’s fees were recently increased by more than $200 following a need for additional camp staff combined with a challenging budget season, Recreation Commission Chair John Archambeau told Reminder...
by Trent Levakis | Apr 30, 2024 | Amherst, Hampshire County, Local News, More Local Headlines
AMHERST — New CRESS Director Camille Theriaque has lived a life in public service. From being a Holyoke firefighter, to becoming a social worker, her lived experiences have only shaped her approach to public safety and service for the better. This is why she feels...
by Tina Lesniak | Apr 30, 2024 | Hampshire County, Local News, More Local Headlines, Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — In its second year back after the COVID-19 pandemic, Hampshire Pride will be in full swing on Saturday, May 4, with a parade and festival in downtown Northampton. “The parade and festival are places for the LGBTQ+ community to come together and celebrate...
