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STRM: Oliveria returns for more hot button discussions

STRM: Oliveria returns for more hot button discussions

State Sen. Jake Oliveira made a return visit to Reminder Publishing’s bi-weekly podcast, “So That Reminds Me,” on Oct. 14. And during this visit, he was up for lively discussions on myriad topics, including the new Springfield courthouse, state funding reforms to better support communities, the Quabbin water use issue and much more.

$11.6 million geothermal project at Northampton High School breaks ground

NORTHAMPTON — A groundbreaking marked another step toward installing a new geothermal system that will replace outdated heating and cooling equipment and cut carbon emissions by half at Northampton High School

STRM: Oliveria returns for more hot button discussions

State Sen. Jake Oliveira made a return visit to Reminder Publishing’s bi-weekly podcast, “So That Reminds Me,” on Oct. 14. And during this visit, he was up for lively discussions on myriad topics, including the new Springfield courthouse, state funding reforms to better support communities, the Quabbin water use issue and much more.

Academy Youth Productions presents ‘Beetlejuice Jr.’ this Halloween

NORTHAMPTON — A classic spooky staple is coming to the big stage at the Academy of Music later this month. To celebrate the Halloween season, Academy Youth Productions is presenting “Beetlejuice Jr.” on Thursday, Oct. 29, and Friday, Oct. 30, at 6:30 p.m.

Southwick Select Board releases security camera system draft policy

SOUTHWICK – At the board’s meeting on Oct. 5, Select Board Chair Douglas Moglin announced that the board had drafted a policy to set standards for the town’s security camera system, saying it was “something that had been brought up in a meeting several months ago.”

Russell awarded $1 million grant for culvert replacement

RUSSELL — The town was notified last week that it had been awarded a $1 million grant to replace a culvert on Blandford Stage Road and $150,000 to develop a master plan.

Westfield Planning Board denies special permit extension for Servistar data center

WESTFIELD — The Planning Board unanimously denied a three-year extension of Servistar Realties LLC’s special permit for the Westfield Data Center, citing a lack of good cause.

Rag Shag Parade, Brooms Up, Paddles Out, return with Halloween activities

EASTHAMPTON — The Rag Shag Parade returns for spooky fun on Tuesday, Oct. 27, alongside Brooms Up, Paddles Out, a coinciding Halloween event that also raises funds for the Easthampton Community Center.

DementedFX closes one of its attractions at city’s behest

HOLYOKE — DementedFX’s Haunted House, located at 530 Main St., has gained the attention of many people in Holyoke, the region and the country for many reasons.

Work Opportunity Center unveils mural celebrating its history

SPRINGFIELD — The fall foliage is not the only thing bringing color to downtown Springfield.

Bear Hole Reservoir race supports student environmental programs

WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield’s annual seven-mile race is returning to Bear Hole Reservoir on Nov. 7 to help fund the trail system’s upkeep and field trip opportunities for students.

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