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LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department is making a splash at the town pools with three themed family events on select Friday nights across the remainder of the summer.

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Four SPD officers promoted at City Hall with officials, family

Jul 20, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield

Four SPD officers promoted at City Hall with officials, family

SPRINGFIELD — Four Springfield police officers were officially promoted at a pinning ceremony on July 17. Eleni Barbieri and Derek Cook ascended to the rank of captain, while Jacob Strange and Jason Sleeper made lieutenant.

Sarah Heinonen

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A.W. Brown’s to host baby goat Pilates class

Jul 20, 2026 | East Longmeadow, Hampden County, Local News

A.W. Brown’s to host baby goat Pilates class

EAST LONGMEADOW — East Longmeadow’s A.W. Brown’s Pet & Garden is bringing a furry-friend-filled Pilates class for attendees of all skill levels as a part of its “Summer Bash Event Series.”

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‘Family Fun Nights’ brings themed events to Longmeadow town pools

LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow Parks and Recreation Department is making a splash at the town pools with three themed family events on select Friday nights across the remainder of the summer.

Four SPD officers promoted at City Hall with officials, family

A.W. Brown’s to host baby goat Pilates class

EAST LONGMEADOW — East Longmeadow’s A.W. Brown’s Pet & Garden is bringing a furry-friend-filled Pilates class for attendees of all skill levels as a part of its “Summer Bash Event Series.”

Agawam City Council cautions naysaying neighbors, approve senior living zone change

East Longmeadow buries 2026-2076 time capsule, pays tribute to former Historical Commission chair

EAST LONGMEADOW — History repeats itself in East Longmeadow with the burial of the 2026-2076 time capsule, hoisted down and sealed off in the same location as residents did 50 years ago with the 1976-2026 time capsule.

Cooper’s Gifts in Agawam hosts drive to support Westover Galaxy Community Council

AGAWAM — People looking to support military families this month can do so at Cooper’s Gifts, Apparel, Home. The second-generation family business is rounding up change, hosting a raffle and collecting donations for the Westover Galaxy Community Council.

Agawam superintendent receives high marks in annual review

Selectboard discusses potential changes in town health insurance

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Selectboard is discussing health insurance plans and costs after “taking a pretty hard” last year, according to Town Treasurer Richard Patullo.

Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour celebrates 20th year with eight studios

Eight nationally recognized potters will open their studios in the Hilltowns of Western Mass. to guest artists and visitors on the last weekend of July for the Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour, which returns to celebrate its 20th anniversary.

CitySpace announces latest cohort for Pay It Forward Program performance series

EASTHAMPTON — Now in its fifth year of expanding opportunities for local artists and performers, CitySpace’s Pay It Forward Program has announced its latest cohort for 2026.

Tyler Garnet

South Hadley to explore eliminating ban on marijuana establishments

SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley will look at the possibility of allowing marijuana establishments to operate in the town, which, if decided, would undo an eight-year ban on the businesses.

Peter Tuohy

East Longmeadow business owner proposes new indoor golf simulator to Town Council

EAST LONGMEADOW — An East Longmeadow business owner is taking a swing toward obtaining a restaurant license from the Town Council to open a newly proposed, alcohol serving indoor golf simulator.

Tyler Garnet

Selectboard sets $3.5 million tax override ballot question for Sept. 1

SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley voters will see a tax override question during the Sept. 1 state primary after the Selectboard voted 3-2 to ask the town to approve a $3.5 million override raised over three years.

Tyler Garnet

Fiestas Patronales returns to Holyoke for fifth annual event

HOLYOKE — Holyoke will once again host its signature four-day celebration, Fiestas Patronales de Holyoke, to showcase a portion of the rich cultural diversity that defines the city.

Chris Maza

WESTFIELD — For the third year in a row, Armbrook Village residents teamed up with Westfield High School students at the end of the school year for the “Past Meets Present” initiative.

Peter Tuohy

Hockeyday returns for 100th anniversary of hockey in Western Massachusetts

WEST SPRINGFIELD — Hockey players and fans from the United States and Canada are set to gather at West Springfield’s Better Living Center in the Eastern States Exposition Fairgrounds.

Agawam City Council cautions naysaying neighbors, approve senior living zone change

By Sarah Heinonen | Jul 20, 2026

AGAWAM — Be careful what you ask for. That was the message Agawam City Councilors shared with the neighbors of the vacant property at 430 N. West St. in Feeding Hills. The council voted 9-0 on July 13 to approve a zone change from Business B and Residence A-2. The...

East Longmeadow buries 2026-2076 time capsule, pays tribute to former Historical Commission chair

By Peter Tuohy | Jul 20, 2026

Cooper’s Gifts in Agawam hosts drive to support Westover Galaxy Community Council

By Sarah Heinonen | Jul 20, 2026

Agawam superintendent receives high marks in annual review

By Mike Lydick | Jul 20, 2026

School Superintendent Sheila Martin recently received high marks from School Committee members in their recent evaluation of her performance in several areas.Reminder Publishing photo by Mike Lydick AGAWAM — Agawam Superintendent of Schools Sheila Martin enjoys...

Selectboard discusses potential changes in town health insurance

By Peter Tuohy | Jul 20, 2026

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Selectboard is discussing health insurance plans and costs after “taking a pretty hard” last year, according to Town Treasurer Richard Patullo.

Agawam City Council cautions naysaying neighbors, approve senior living zone change

By Sarah Heinonen | Jul 20, 2026

East Longmeadow buries 2026-2076 time capsule, pays tribute to former Historical Commission chair

By Peter Tuohy | Jul 20, 2026

Cooper’s Gifts in Agawam hosts drive to support Westover Galaxy Community Council

By Sarah Heinonen | Jul 20, 2026

Agawam superintendent receives high marks in annual review

By Mike Lydick | Jul 20, 2026

Selectboard discusses potential changes in town health insurance

By Peter Tuohy | Jul 20, 2026

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Selectboard is discussing health insurance plans and costs after “taking a pretty hard” last year, according to Town Treasurer Richard Patullo.

Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour celebrates 20th year with eight studios

By Trent Levakis | Jul 20, 2026

Purchase order policy discussed by Southwick Select Board

Easthampton resident writes book in honor of late son

WHS grad awarded $10K scholarship in shoe design competition

Brew at The Zoo blends craft beer, conservation and community support

Westfield City Council approves data center moratorium

Sarah Heinonen

Gulluni presents funds to addiction recovery programs

SPRINGFIELD — Standing on the lawn of Michael’s House, a sober living home in Springfield, Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni handed checks out to the leaders of organizations that address the needs of people in addiction recovery.

Trent Levakis

Northampton Tenants Union, 126 King St. tenants call for good faith negotiations

NORTHAMPTON — After experiencing rent increases and maintenance concerns, tenants at 126 King St. stood outside the Hampshire Property Management building to demand that their landlord and property managers negotiate in good faith.

Sarah Heinonen

IOCC teaches youth wide range of leadership skills in summer program

SPRINGFIELD — Nearly 20 children and teens, ranging in age from elementary school to high school, gathered at the Indian Orchard Citizen’s Council to listen to the day’s guest speaker, Ayanna Crawford.

Tyler Garnet

Paws Finding Peace donates pet oxygen mask kits to Blandford Fire Department

CHICOPEE — Pets in Blanford will soon get the treatment they need during major emergencies thanks to a recent local partnership.

Sarah Heinonen

Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival brings crowds to Court Square

SPRINGFIELD — Court Square was packed on July 10 for the kickoff of the Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival.

Tyler Garnet

Exchange Street property to become Chicopee Public Schools’ administrative offices

CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee announced the newly purchased and former Westfield Bank buildings located at 219 and 225–233 Exchange St. will serve as the new administrative offices for Chicopee Public Schools.

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Glasgow Lands Festival to celebrate the spirit of Scotland in 31st year

NORTHAMPTON — The spirit of Scotland will once again take over Look Park for the 31st annual Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival on Saturday, July 18.

Sarah Heinonen

Panel discussion to follow autobiographical play about clergy abuse

NORTHAMPTON — This July, Easthampton resident Jay Sefton will stage a production of his one-person show “Unreconciled” at the Academy of Music in Northampton.

Trent Levakis

Thunder in the Valley returns with fireworks, music festival

EASTHAMPTON — In celebration of the Fourth of July and the 250th anniversary of America, the Thunder in the Valley concert and fireworks festival returns to Easthampton to provide the community with its biggest celebration yet.

Peter Tuohy

‘La Casita Experience’ to transform MassMutual Center

SPRINGFIELD — The MassMutual Center will soon host one big celebration of community, blending music and dance, live performances, DJ sets and interactive visuals to represent the high energy nightlife experience rooted in Puerto Rican culture.

Trent Levakis

Paradise City Arts Festival returns for 31st year later this month

NORTHAMPTON — The nation’s premier destination for lovers of the handmade and high-end is once again gracing the region over Memorial Day weekend.

Trent Levakis

New theater group introduces itself with first production

EASTHAMPTON — In an effort to bring fresh, queer and gender diverse stories to the local theater scene, a new theater group, Why’s It Gotta Be?, has formed here in Western Massachusetts.

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