Western Mass. natives among Gaza flotilla detainees
Two young men with ties to Western Massachusetts were part of an all-volunteer humanitarian aid flotilla intercepted by the Israeli Navy in waters outside of Gaza early the morning of Oct. 2.
Men’s senior softball comes to Springfield Aug. 8-10
SPRINGFIELD — Over 200 softball-playing men — ranging in age from 60 years old to 75-plus — are slated to take the field in Springfield’s Blunt Park Aug. 8-10, as the Massachusetts Senior Games brings the state tournament home to the city where the games began.
The East Longmeadow Fourth of July Parade: A history nearly as long as the town’s
EAST LONGMEADOW — It’s been a town tradition for as long as anyone can remember, celebrating Independence Day with a festive parade. Today’s parade is recognized as one of the largest in the area. But it wasn’t always such a grand affair. And no one’s really sure when the tradition actually began …
Koebler proud of Pleasant View as she leaves for new position
EAST LONGMEADOW — Change is coming to the Pleasant View Senior Center.
Senior Games to offer sports clinic in Wilbraham May 8
WILBRAHAM — Curious about cornhole? Promised yourself you’ll try pickleball — or powerwalking? Is shuffleboard more your speed? Have you been dying to take a shot at disc golf?