Rooney honored as Commonwealth Heroine
LUDLOW — Merrian-Webster defines a heroine as “a woman admired and emulated for her achievements and qualities.” Each year, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women and state legislators seek out women who exemplify heroism through their contributions to their communities. For the 2024 class of 125 honorees, state Sen. Jake Oliveira selected Ludlow’s Laura Rooney.
Internet competition ensues as GoNetspeed arrives
LUDLOW — The big internet providers in Ludlow, like Verizon and Spectrum, may have competition on their hands. GoNetspeed, a relatively small internet service provider, recently finished building out a fiber optic network in town and is open for business.
Ludlow approves new playscape for Autism Care Partners
LUDLOW — The Ludlow Planning Board approved the creation of a new playscape area at Autism Care Partners, located at 1 Moody St., at its June 27 meeting.
Way Finders breaks ground on Ludlow affordable housing
LUDLOW — Amid a substantial, well-documented housing shortage in Western Massachusetts, a community housing organization has broken ground on 43 new apartments in the town of Ludlow.
Unfilled school positions lead to budget surplus in Ludlow
LUDLOW — At the last meeting of her tenure with the Ludlow School Department, Director of Operations and School Business Manager Kathleen Demetrius reported that the end of fiscal year 2024 is wrapping up well, but a substantial amount of money remains unencumbered.