by Sarah Heinonen | May 1, 2025 | Agawam, East Longmeadow, Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News
Two local businesses are grateful their products are sourced and made in the United States, as the uncertainty around President Donald Trump’s tariffs creates apprehension across the economy.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 1, 2025 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News, Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW — It is town election season and in Longmeadow, five candidates submitted papers to run for two seats on the Select Board. Since 1988, races with more than two candidates per seat require a preliminary election to be conducted to whittle down the field.
by Sarah Heinonen | Apr 30, 2025 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News, Westfield
WILBRAHAM — With the warm weather finally here, pets and their people are itching to get outside. On May 4, they can do just that and do some good for other animals, at the third annual Jack Rome Memorial Walk/Run to benefit the Foundation for TJO Animals.
by Tina Lesniak | Apr 30, 2025 | Agawam, Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News
AGAWAM — For Agawam resident Cindy Lilly, crossing the Boston Marathon finish line wasn’t just the culmination of months of training — it was the realization of a lifelong dream fueled by a powerful purpose.
by Amy Porter | Apr 30, 2025 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News, Westfield
WESTFIELD — At an April 25 press conference, Mayor Michael McCabe, joined by state Sen. John Velis and Community Development Director Peter Miller announced what he said would be good news for the residents of Westfield and surrounding communities.
by Ryan Feyre | Apr 23, 2025 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The School Department’s fiscal year 2026 budget is officially available on Springfield Public Schools’ website, and a public hearing on the matter is scheduled for April 30 at Roger L. Putnam Technical Academy at 5 p.m.