Johnson jumps right back in as Agawam mayor after 24 years off
AGAWAM — Four days into the job, Mayor Christopher Johnson said he feels good about being back in office.
Sandlin wins split vote as City Council’s new president
AGAWAM — At the inaugural ceremony Jan. 2 at the Agawam Senior Center, Mayor Christopher Johnson harkened back to campaign trail promises, saying he hoped town officials could work together during his administration, like they did with former Mayor William Sapelli.
New director excited to bring experience to Senior Center
AGAWAM — When Cindy Sullivan applied for the position of executive director of the town’s Council on Aging, she knew it would fit the skills she’s developed while serving in a similar position in Southwick.
‘Luxury’ view platform removed from Tuckahoe park plan
AGAWAM — A resolution to appropriate $420,000 in Community Preservation Act funds for Tuckahoe Turf Farm park amenities caused a rift among city councilors at their Dec. 18 meeting.
Tree lightings brighten Christmas on Agawam, Feeding Hills greens
AGAWAM — Two festive tree lighting ceremonies, one in Feeding Hills Center on the green near Granger School and the other in Agawam Center on the Veterans Memorial Green in front of Phelps School, brought the community together in the spirit of the holidays.
Officials reject call to restore Robinson Park School name
AGAWAM — After hearing three opponents speak at a Dec. 12 public hearing, Agawam School Committee members reaffirmed their June decision to rename what is now Sapelli School.