Community honors local legend with street naming ceremony
SPRINGFIELD — Alvin “Big Joe” McKenzie Sr. left an indelible impact on people around him, and now, his influence will forever be etched into the heart of his community.
Puppolo’s bill seeks additional regulations for accessory dwellings
SPRINGFIELD — Several state lawmakers are looking to better control a state law that allows accessory dwelling units by right in single family zoning districts across the state.
What I’m eating: Boricua Bites brings comfort food to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Nostalgia can be a hollow tool when it neglects personal evolution, but if comfort food is involved, I’ll welcome the wistfulness with open arms.
Agawam City Council endorses ordinance regulating battery storage systems
AGAWAM — Whether residents like it or not, battery energy storage systems are coming to a community near you, and unless local regulations are put in place, developers can usually put the battery banks wherever they want.
School Committee passes competency determination for 2025 graduates
SPRINGFIELD — With Massachusetts high schoolers no longer required to pass the MCAS to graduate, Springfield is one of many cities across the commonwealth working to implement its own competency determination to fill that void.