Easthampton City Council approves divestment resolution in front of packed crowd
EASTHAMPTON — Nearly two hours of public comment and 45 minutes of City Council deliberation morphed into collective jubilation inside City Hall on Oct. 21.
Open Studios welcomes public back to highlight Eastworks community
EASTHAMPTON — The greater Easthampton community is once again invited to the Eastworks building the weekend of Nov. 7-8 for its annual Open Studios event, where local artists, makers, performers, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs will open their doors to the public.
New West Side committee begins work on Big E Trust analysis
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The newly formed West Springfield Big E Strategic Advisory Committee officially held its first meeting on Oct. 20, kicking off a six-month process to dive deep into the trust and partnership with the Eastern States Exposition.
First C3 meeting brings police, Indian Orchard community together
SPRINGFIELD — About a dozen residents filled seats in the Indian Orchard Community Center. Several officers from the Springfield Police Department, members of Hampden County District Attorney’s Office and community organizations sat behind a U-shaped set of tables in the room. The residents had concerns; the police were there to listen.
Poll warden shares perspective on voting in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — After 15 years working the polls in Springfield’s elections, Warden Lillian Lisojo said she has a lot of confidence in the voting process.
Porter and Chester Institute relocates campus to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Porter and Chester Institute had plenty to celebrate on Oct. 5. After relocating from Chicopee, the workforce training company opened its Springfield location. It also commemorated its 80th anniversary.
Halloween festivities come to Northampton, Florence
NORTHAMPTON — Main Street in downtown Northampton will once again transform into a vibrant and creative parade of costumes for Downtown Trick or Treat this Halloween.
Committee tables Ezekiel’s Plan 2.0 discussion after public raises concerns
HOLYOKE — After public questions and concerns, the Holyoke City Council’s Public Safety Committee tabled its Oct. 19 discussion of Mayor Joshua Garcia’s comprehensive neighborhood stabilization initiative.
First C3 meeting brings police, Indian Orchard community together
SPRINGFIELD — About a dozen residents filled seats in the Indian Orchard Community Center. Several officers from the Springfield Police Department, members of Hampden County District Attorney’s Office and community organizations sat behind a U-shaped set of tables in the room. The residents had concerns; the police were there to listen.
Poll warden shares perspective on voting in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — After 15 years working the polls in Springfield’s elections, Warden Lillian Lisojo said she has a lot of confidence in the voting process.
Porter and Chester Institute relocates campus to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Porter and Chester Institute had plenty to celebrate on Oct. 5. After relocating from Chicopee, the workforce training company opened its Springfield location. It also commemorated its 80th anniversary.
Halloween festivities come to Northampton, Florence
NORTHAMPTON — Main Street in downtown Northampton will once again transform into a vibrant and creative parade of costumes for Downtown Trick or Treat this Halloween.
Committee tables Ezekiel’s Plan 2.0 discussion after public raises concerns
HOLYOKE — After public questions and concerns, the Holyoke City Council’s Public Safety Committee tabled its Oct. 19 discussion of Mayor Joshua Garcia’s comprehensive neighborhood stabilization initiative.
Springfield council approves reading of dirt bike ordinance changes
SPRINGFIELD — Whether it is complaints about the noise, reckless nature of the drivers or groups of them clogging roads, city officials and residents have increasingly said dirt bikes have become a nuisance on Springfield streets.
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