WESTFIELD — The School Committee officially approved an electronic policy for both high schools, with amendments, on Aug. 24, just before approving the handbooks for the 2026–27 school year.
WESTFIELD — State Sen. John C. Velis gathered Representative Kelly Pease, Mayor Michael McCabe, members of the Westfield YMCA Board of Directors, administration and campers at Camp Shepard on Aug. 19 to present a check for $100,000 in state funding for infrastructure improvements at the camp.
WESTFIELD — On Aug. 18, the Planning Board continued a special permit, site plan and stormwater permit for Howard Landscaping, operating under ENWC, LLC, to construct a contractor’s shop at 883 Southampton Road until Sept. 15.
RUSSELL — The Russell Police Association will hold its annual Family Fun Day and Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Strathmore Park.
HUNTINGTON — The North Hall Association’s 2026 Historic North Hall Arts Festival continues with three remaining programs in August and September on the North Hall stage.