Gubernatorial candidate Shortsleeve stumps in Agawam
About 50 people gathered at Partner’s Restaurant on March 31 to listen to Brian Shortsleeve make his case for why he should be Massachusetts’s next governor.
School Committee approves School Choice slots for 26-27 school year
SOUTH HADLEY — The South Hadley School Committee officially approved 51 School Choice openings for the 2026-2027 school year during its April 1 meeting.
Recordville’s Northampton Record Fair returns April 11
NORTHAMPTON — Music lovers from all over can find their favorite artists in one place during an entire day this spring.
Holyoke’s Ordinance Committee to host public hearings about proposed zoning changes
HOLYOKE — With the city of Holyoke working on updating its Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Board and Ordinance Subcommittee will be hosting public hearings on April 14 to discuss proposed changes to the city’s zoning ordinances.
Agawam author publishes first in nine-book fantasy series
AGAWAM — One choice can change the fate of the world, and in “Unleashed,” the first book in local author Travis Kuffel’s “Tales of Ganden” series, a young warrior must heal the damage he has done amid long-buried secrets, a war-torn land, ancient magic and vengeful giants.
Committee continues algae, cyanobacteria control efforts at Nashawannuck Pond
EASTHAMPTON — One group in Easthampton is continuing to take the necessary steps to protect a coveted body of water in the city.
Listening With Love expands, Govan recognized
SPRINGFIELD — There is more love available to Springfield area residents looking for someone to listen, since the expansion of Listening With Love, a counseling and mental health care business in Indian Orchard.
Wagner named executive director at Springfield Prep
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Prep Charter School has a new executive director, but she may look familiar to students and staff.
Holyoke’s Ordinance Committee to host public hearings about proposed zoning changes
HOLYOKE — With the city of Holyoke working on updating its Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Board and Ordinance Subcommittee will be hosting public hearings on April 14 to discuss proposed changes to the city’s zoning ordinances.
Agawam author publishes first in nine-book fantasy series
AGAWAM — One choice can change the fate of the world, and in “Unleashed,” the first book in local author Travis Kuffel’s “Tales of Ganden” series, a young warrior must heal the damage he has done amid long-buried secrets, a war-torn land, ancient magic and vengeful giants.
Committee continues algae, cyanobacteria control efforts at Nashawannuck Pond
EASTHAMPTON — One group in Easthampton is continuing to take the necessary steps to protect a coveted body of water in the city.
Listening With Love expands, Govan recognized
SPRINGFIELD — There is more love available to Springfield area residents looking for someone to listen, since the expansion of Listening With Love, a counseling and mental health care business in Indian Orchard.
Wagner named executive director at Springfield Prep
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Prep Charter School has a new executive director, but she may look familiar to students and staff.
Sheriff’s Departmen’s funding woes end many partnerships
Municipal police departments around Hampden County have long received help from the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department, but Sheriff Nick Cocchi recently announced that his department can no longer fund those partnerships.
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