Wilbraham seeking residents to fill committee vacancies
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham Select Board emphasized the need for resident volunteers to fill vacancies in town committees during its July 8 meeting.
Neal decries assassination attempt, conspiracy theories
SPRINGFIELD — In the wake of the July 13 assassination attempt on former President and current Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) called for Americans to “ratchet down the rhetoric” and a cease the spread of conspiracy theories.
Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour returns for 18th year July 27, 28
Now in its 18th year, the Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour and Sale on July 27 and 28 will offer its visitors an inside look at the world of pottery with open studio tours from nationally recognized potters.
Rooney honored as Commonwealth Heroine
LUDLOW — Merrian-Webster defines a heroine as “a woman admired and emulated for her achievements and qualities.” Each year, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women and state legislators seek out women who exemplify heroism through their contributions to their communities. For the 2024 class of 125 honorees, state Sen. Jake Oliveira selected Ludlow’s Laura Rooney.
Ware, Palmer region to have methadone clinic
WARE — Last week, the Behavioral Health Network launched one of the handful of mobile methadone clinics in the commonwealth and the only such facility in Western Massachusetts.