Local Shriners patient tees off with the pros in Las Vegas
SPRINGFIELD — Teed-off in Las Vegas. That’s how Carlos Resto, a Shriners Children’s New England patient from Springfield, is describing his time in the sports and gambling mecca.
Artist proud of effort, results in West Springfield 250th mural
WEST SPRINGFIELD — When 58-year-old painter Jen Dorgan watched her mural celebrating West Springfield’s 250th anniversary unveiled in the mayor’s office recently, images of the time, tears and ultimate thrill of creating her masterpiece were also flashing in her mind.
Athletes, coaches humbled by WSHS Hall of Fame honors
WEST SPRINGFIELD — When Emily Taylor netted the last of the 720 points she scored on the Terriers girls varsity basketball team at West Springfield High School, she never imagined she would one day be in the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
‘Humble’ Athas appreciative of honorary street sign
SPRINGFIELD — Stephen Athas, 75, is no middle-of-the-road guy, that’s why they named a street after him in Springfield.