Southwick, Westfield students selected for leadership project
A statewide service program known as Project 351 is giving four local 8th graders the opportunity to participate in a year-long journey of service, civic engagement and leadership.
Northampton passes new fossil fuel ordinance
NORTHAMPTON — After debate and some revisions to its final draft, the Northampton City Council has passed a measure that will effectively ban the use of fossil fuels in all new buildings and major renovation projects citywide.
Legislators name HERO Act, gun law, housing among accomplishments
SPRINGFIELD — Both state Sen. Adam Gomez and state Rep. Carlos Gonzalez spoke about the gun legislation signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey as one of the most important achievements of the last legislative session.
Central Hampshire Vets Services seeking to honor World War II vets in the region
NORTHAMPTON — The Central Hampshire Veterans Services in Northampton are calling out to the communities of Western Mass. in search of remaining World War II veterans as they are tentatively scheduling a ceremony in their honor for May to celebrate the incredible men and women who sacrificed so much to protect freedom and democracy eight decades ago.
State Rep. Homar Gomez looks ahead to 2025
EASTHAMPTON — Looking ahead to 2025 Reminder Publishing connected with new state Rep. Homar Gomez to discuss his expectations and hopes for his first year in the state house.
Moved by the wildfires? Here’s how to help
The year has barely begun, and already there are fellow Americans facing devastation from a natural disaster. The six wildfires burning across swaths of California have destroyed homes and businesses, and wiped out support services such as medical centers, schools and churches.