by Sarah Heinonen | May 28, 2025 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, More Articles
LONGMEADOW — Voters will take to the polls on Tuesday, June 3, to elect their town officials. There are three School Committee positions on the ballot, one with a two-year term and two with three-year terms. With two current members of the School Committee, Julie Morgan and Estelle Jordan, not seeking reelection, the only incumbent in the race is Zachary Verriden
by Sarah Heinonen | May 21, 2025 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW — After what was billed as a single-quarter increase to the meter cost component of Longmeadow water bills, the Select Board debated whether to continue with the higher price for the last quarter of fiscal year 2025. Ultimately, the board decided the fiscal benefit was not worth going back on its promise to water users.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 21, 2025 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Local News, Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW — The Select Board unanimously signed onto a May 19 letter by Chair Vineeth Hemavathi that called for the resignation of Planning Board member Walter Gunn.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 15, 2025 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, More Articles
LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow Select Board provided residents with a little extra time and choice around the new recycling carts required as part of the town’s contract with Waste Management, which begins July 1.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 15, 2025 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, More Articles
LONGMEADOW — The Planning Board reviewed plans and asked questions about a set of retail buildings planned for 916 Williams St. during a May 7 public hearing.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 15, 2025 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, Photo Slider
LONGMEADOW — Longmeadow voters considered several bylaw amendments, changes to the town charter and citizen petition articles at the spring Town Meeting on May 13. Most articles, including the town’s $87.38 million budget for fiscal year 2026, were passed without much comment, but several bylaw changes prompted debate.