Blandford library expansion plans nearing completion
BLANDFORD — At an informational meeting on Sept. 20, the Porter Memorial Library building committee presented the plans for the library’s expansion which are nearing completion.
Westfield resident named to Massachusetts Board of Education
WESTFIELD — Kristen Smidy of Westfield has been appointed to the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, according to an announcement from the Healey-Driscoll administration on Sept. 22.
Community steps up to get ‘Wheels for Darren’
WESTFIELD — On Sunday, Oct. 5, from noon to 5 p.m., the Skyline Beer Company at 98 Southwick Road in Westfield will be hosting “Wheels for Darren,” a day filled with raffles, live music and incredible food to raise money for a wheelchair van for Darren, a 13-year-old with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who has strong ties to Westfield.
Russell teen awarded $100,000 Laureate scholarship
RUSSELL — Elizabeth Hanechak, 18, of Russell has been awarded a $100,000 scholarship for her project, “Solving the Plastic Problem: Developing a Microbial System for the Bioremediation of Plastic Waste into Drinkable Water and Fertilizer Material.”
Westfield kicks off its 2026 Top Dog Competition
WESTFIELD — City Clerk Kaitlyn Bruce said in less than 24 hours after announcing the kickoff for the 2026 Top Dog competition, she already received 15 entries.