Tax rates down, tax bills up as property valuations increase
AGAWAM — Both residents and businesses will see an increase in their taxes, even though the City Council approved lower tax rates for both.
Only 4 entries in Agawam’s St. Patrick colleen competition
In early January, the Agawam St. Patrick’s Committee nominated Destiny Bullock, Sabrina McBride, Rachel Sills and Gianna Smith. One of them will be chosen as colleen at a gala coronation ceremony. The three runners-up will become the colleen’s court.
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.