HOLYOKE — The week of May 5 to 9 marks the celebration of Girls Inc. Week at Girls Inc. of the Valley, and locations across the country — a time dedicated to spotlighting the organization’s transformative programming for girls and teens across Western Massachusetts.
NORTHAMPTON — Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra has announced a proposed $43.89 million school budget for fiscal year 2026, a 5.88% increase from last year’s $41.45 million budget.
SPRINGFIELD — A newly ratified contract between the city of Springfield and its just under 500 police officers was officially approved by the City Council during its April 28 hearings meeting.
AGAWAM — The School Committee adopted a new $53.5 million budget for Agawam schools without any discussion or without any public comment following an open hearing on April 29.
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.
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.