Agawam council supports school ‘traditions,’ seeks more road aid
AGAWAM — Agawam city councilors want the School Committee to know they support its authority over school traditions.
First C3 meeting brings police, Indian Orchard community together
SPRINGFIELD — About a dozen residents filled seats in the Indian Orchard Community Center. Several officers from the Springfield Police Department, members of Hampden County District Attorney’s Office and community organizations sat behind a U-shaped set of tables in the room. The residents had concerns; the police were there to listen.
Poll warden shares perspective on voting in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — After 15 years working the polls in Springfield’s elections, Warden Lillian Lisojo said she has a lot of confidence in the voting process.
Porter and Chester Institute relocates campus to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Porter and Chester Institute had plenty to celebrate on Oct. 5. After relocating from Chicopee, the workforce training company opened its Springfield location. It also commemorated its 80th anniversary.
Springfield council approves reading of dirt bike ordinance changes
SPRINGFIELD — Whether it is complaints about the noise, reckless nature of the drivers or groups of them clogging roads, city officials and residents have increasingly said dirt bikes have become a nuisance on Springfield streets.