PITTSFIELD — As a city with fewer than 44,000 residents, located in the reliably blue state of Massachusetts, Pittsfield does not normally draw presidential candidates. On July 27, however, the city was abuzz with anticipation over the presence of Vice President and presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
SPRINGFIELD — Each year, the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department hosts a charity 5K/walk to benefit a local organization that helps the community. This year the race will benefit domestic violence prevention and support efforts from the YWCA of Western Massachusetts, a cause that is personal to Sheriff Nick Cocchi.
SPRINGFIELD — The Massachusetts Gaming Commission recently announced it had awarded Springfield $2.86 million for improvements for fiscal year 2025 through its Community Mitigation Fund.
LUDLOW — About 50 people gathered at the Polish American Citizens’ Club of Ludlow on July 23 to hear the most up-to-date information about the proposed changes to the town’s charter and form of government and express their thoughts.
LUDLOW — The Ludlow Board of Selectmen approved six projects to pay for through the town’s leftover American Rescue Plan Act money, but more than $160,000 remains unencumbered. If not appropriated by Dec. 31, it will be forfeited.