Westfield
Major sidewalk installation project to begin within next month in Westfield
WESTFIELD — Work on a reconfiguration of the Mill Street and Crane Avenue intersection and the installation of new sidewalks and bicycle lanes extending south on Southwick Road from Cowles Bridge will begin in the next month or so.
Westfield high school science fair district finalists move on to states
WESTFIELD — Several projects featured at the Western Mass Regional Science & Engineering Fair at Western New England University in March are moving on to compete in the state science fair on April 9 at the DCU Center in Worcester.
Newcomer takes out papers for state rep. against Pease
WESTFIELD — Colby Hoffman, 38, of Westfield, is gathering signatures to run as a Democrat for state representative 4th Hampden District, a seat currently held by state Rep. Kelly Pease, a Republican who covers Southampton and most of Westfield.
Soggy weather doesn’t dampen spirits at Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade
HOLYOKE — In spite of the rain — heavy at times — falling throughout the day, thousands of people came out to see marchers from throughout the area and beyond in the 73rd Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade on Sunday, March 22.
Area chambers of commerce partner to Fill the Food Bank
For the past few years, six area chambers of commerce have banded together to address a need that affects the people they serve across Hampden County — food insecurity.
Westfield City Council passes first vote to change regular meeting time
WESTFIELD — After a lengthy discussion, the City Council took a first vote of 9-4 to change the time of regular City Council meetings from 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. at its March 5 meeting.
Westfield Planning Board backs new police headquarters project
WESTFIELD — A new police station is well on its way in Westfield after the city’s Planning Board unanimously approved the site plan, stormwater permit and special permit for the project.
Bishop named Westfield’s next fire chief
WESTFIELD — Marking a new chapter in leadership for the Westfield Fire Department, Eric Bishop was appointed two weeks ago by the Fire Commission as the department’s incoming fire chief. He will replace current Chief Patrick Egloff when he retires in April.
New state graduation framework raises resource questions in Westfield
WESTFIELD — With the state’s new high school graduation framework taking shape, funding for staffing and resources to complete the proposed requirements is top of mind for administrators at the local level.
Westfield City Council approves $2.3M in free cash appropriations
WESTFIELD — On Feb. 19, the City Council approved a series of free cash appropriations totalling $2.3 million that had been requested by Mayor Michael McCabe, following positive recommendations from the Finance Committee, chaired by City Councilor Daniel Knapik.