Healey and Driscoll make campaign stop in Holyoke to announce future initiatives
HOLYOKE — On Feb. 17, Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll visited the International Volleyball Hall of Fame in Holyoke as part of two campaign stops in Western Massachusetts.
Magic for Maddie fundraiser is an alley-oop toward pediatric cancer research
SOUTHAMPTON — Community members of all ages will once again participate in a slam dunk effort to raise money in support of pediatric cancer at the fourth annual Magic for Maddie 3v3 basketball tournament, which returns to Norris Elementary School on March 28 and 29.
Whitfield stands her ground in face of conflict controversy
SPRINGFIELD — City Council President Tracye Whitfield will not step down from her position leading the city’s legislative body. At a Feb. 16 press conference on the steps of City Hall, Whitfield said that she respected Ward 6 Councilor Victor Davila’s opinion but would “respectfully and firmly decline” his call for her to give up the gavel.
Harmony House of Western Massachusetts highlights recent genorosity; gives 2026 outlook
CHICOPEE — The Harmony House of Western Massachusetts was in need of items listed on their Feb. 4 Amazon Wishlist, including toilet paper and exam gloves. Less than a week later, several people answered the call and donated those necessary items.
Puppolo hosts informational session on tax credits in Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — With tax season upon us, state Rep. Angelo Puppolo hosted an informational event to educate about tax credits that people might not know they’re eligible for at the Wilbraham Senior Center on Feb. 12.
Davila calls for Whitfield resignation, councilors withhold judgement
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council met on Feb. 13 to rescind a vote, but City Councilor Victor Davila called for Council President Tracye Whitfield to step down from her position amid controversy stemming from a financial and familial conflict of interest.
Changes on tap for Agawam’s 2026-27 school year
AGAWAM — Even though the current school year doesn’t end until June, plans are moving ahead for some changes in the district for the 2026-27 school year. School Superintendent Sheila Martin highlighted the changes in her “Superintendent’s Notes” portion of the School Committee’s Feb. 10 meeting.
Agawam City Council votes down municipal benefits for domestic partners
AGAWAM — Agawam employees must be married to claim benefits for their partner, the City Council decided at a meeting on Feb. 2.
Harmony House of Western Massachusetts highlights recent genorosity; gives 2026 outlook
CHICOPEE — The Harmony House of Western Massachusetts was in need of items listed on their Feb. 4 Amazon Wishlist, including toilet paper and exam gloves. Less than a week later, several people answered the call and donated those necessary items.
Puppolo hosts informational session on tax credits in Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — With tax season upon us, state Rep. Angelo Puppolo hosted an informational event to educate about tax credits that people might not know they’re eligible for at the Wilbraham Senior Center on Feb. 12.
Davila calls for Whitfield resignation, councilors withhold judgement
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council met on Feb. 13 to rescind a vote, but City Councilor Victor Davila called for Council President Tracye Whitfield to step down from her position amid controversy stemming from a financial and familial conflict of interest.
Changes on tap for Agawam’s 2026-27 school year
AGAWAM — Even though the current school year doesn’t end until June, plans are moving ahead for some changes in the district for the 2026-27 school year. School Superintendent Sheila Martin highlighted the changes in her “Superintendent’s Notes” portion of the School Committee’s Feb. 10 meeting.
Agawam City Council votes down municipal benefits for domestic partners
AGAWAM — Agawam employees must be married to claim benefits for their partner, the City Council decided at a meeting on Feb. 2.
East Longmeadow revokes liquor license from A’s Smoke Shop after hearing
EAST LONGMEADOW — After a disciplinary hearing during its Feb. 10 meeting, the East Longmeadow Town Council voted unanimously to revoke the off-premises retail beer and malt beverage license of A’s Smoke Shop after going through over 70 pages of evidence.
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