Syrup Stampede to aid organization supporting grieving parents
NORTHAMPTON — The Syrup Stampede 5K race and 2K fun run/walk returns on Sunday, April 12, to support the work of Empty Arms Bereavement Support.
Potential tax override and electric light facility highlight April 14 election
SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley will host its Town Election on Tuesday, April 14, featuring multiple contested races and a major Proposition 2 1/2 tax override vote on the ballot.
Schematic design phase begins for Barry school project
CHICOPEE — The Anna E. Barry Elementary School project will move forward now that it has been recently approved by the Massachusetts School Building Authority to enter the schematic design phase.
Chicopee receives grant to transition school buses to electric
CHICOPEE — After applying on behalf of Chicopee, Student Transportation Providers of America received a $2.39 million grant to change some of the city’s school buses over to electric.
Budget presented to Longmeadow Select Board as vote approaches
LONGMEADOW — With town expenses increasing at a higher rate than revenue, Longmeadow Town Manager Lyn Simmons said the town is “unable to find new revenue” during her fiscal year 2027 budget presentation to the Select Board on March 23.
Future Lawyers of Springfield participate in mock trial
SPRINGFIELD — A few dozen high school, college and law school students recently had a chance to demonstrate their skills in the courtroom, taking on the roles of prosecutors and defense attorneys in a mock trial as part of the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office program Future Lawyers of Springfield.
Excellence in Teaching Award goes to three HWRSD teachers
WILBRAHAM — Three teachers in the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District are being recognized with the 2025-26 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award for going above and beyond, in and out of the classroom.
Faith-based orgs receive grant fundings to secure against hate
SPRINGFIELD — Six faith-based Springfield nonprofits were recently awarded state grants to ensure they remain safe in an atmosphere in which threats and hate crimes have become commonplace.
Chicopee receives grant to transition school buses to electric
CHICOPEE — After applying on behalf of Chicopee, Student Transportation Providers of America received a $2.39 million grant to change some of the city’s school buses over to electric.
Budget presented to Longmeadow Select Board as vote approaches
LONGMEADOW — With town expenses increasing at a higher rate than revenue, Longmeadow Town Manager Lyn Simmons said the town is “unable to find new revenue” during her fiscal year 2027 budget presentation to the Select Board on March 23.
Future Lawyers of Springfield participate in mock trial
SPRINGFIELD — A few dozen high school, college and law school students recently had a chance to demonstrate their skills in the courtroom, taking on the roles of prosecutors and defense attorneys in a mock trial as part of the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office program Future Lawyers of Springfield.
Excellence in Teaching Award goes to three HWRSD teachers
WILBRAHAM — Three teachers in the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District are being recognized with the 2025-26 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award for going above and beyond, in and out of the classroom.
Faith-based orgs receive grant fundings to secure against hate
SPRINGFIELD — Six faith-based Springfield nonprofits were recently awarded state grants to ensure they remain safe in an atmosphere in which threats and hate crimes have become commonplace.
Rocky’s Ace Hardware celebrates 100 years of solving problems
Rocky's Ace Hardware on Island Pond Road in the Springfield. The compamy is celebrating 100-years in business. At left is Johnny Falcone, Director of Growth and Acquisitions and Rocco Falcone, President and CEO.Republican photo by Dave Roback It is a milestone for...
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