

Local fiction writer to release latest project Sept. 16
LONGMEADOW — Novelist and publisher Linda Cardillo will release her newest work, “Paint the Wind” on Sept. 16.

New initiative brings increased police presence to Union Station
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Police Department and Hampden County Sheriff’s office are partnering on a new initiative that brings an increased police presence to Union Station.

Northampton preliminary to narrow candidates in five races
NORTHAMPTON — The city’s preliminary election will come on Sept. 16, to help narrow down candidates for the municipal election in November.

CitySpace makes upgrades to Blue Room, first floor
EASTHAMPTON — New lighting, acoustics and an upright piano have helped advance CitySpace as a venue for artists and audiences.

Councilors seek answers to added ADU water, sewer costs
SPRINGFIELD — With accessory dwelling units about to become more ubiquitous than ever before, a couple of Springfield city councilors are seeking more information about how added costs are affecting the city’s residents.