by Sarah Heinonen | Aug 6, 2026 | Agawam, Chicopee, East Longmeadow, Easthampton, Hampden, Hampden County, Hampshire County, Hilltowns, Holyoke, Local News, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Monson, Northampton, Palmer, Southwick, Springfield, West Springfield, Westfield, Wilbraham
A nonverbal teen with Down syndrome named Matteo left his house in Monson on June 29 without an adult’s knowledge. He was found two days later about a mile from his home. While the incident ended safely, it brought the issue of wandering among children with developmental disabilities to the forefront. State Rep. Angelo Puppolo joined the Office of the Child Advocate and the Department of Developmental Services in efforts to raise awareness about wandering among children with autism spectrum disorder.
by Tyler Garnet | Aug 4, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — By publishing her children’s book, “The Extraordinary Adventures of Emma and the Dragon,” Lisette Martinez has officially achieved a dream she’s had since her formative years.
by Tyler Garnet | Aug 4, 2026 | Agawam, Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
AGAWAM — Homework House has been chosen as the August recipient for Cooper’s Gifts Apparel’s Home Round Up program, which aims to collect donations for local organizations.
by Tyler Garnet | Aug 4, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” hosts Dennis Hackett and Tyler Garnet sat down with Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia to talk about his new term so far, the city’s finances, data centers, recent development news and much more.
by Tyler Garnet | Jul 29, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — Those looking for natural foods, healthy groceries, vitamins, supplements and wellness products in Holyoke will have an outlet at Cornucopia Natural Wellness Market.
by Tyler Garnet | Jul 27, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua Garcia has chosen Timothy Plante to lead the city’s modernized Finance Department as the Holyoke’s first chief administrative and financial officer. According to an announcement from Garcia’s office, the appointment is pending the City...
