The Depot to offer rides on miniature steam locomotive
EAST LONGMEADOW — Take a step back in time on Aug. 9 as a steam engine runs the rails of Graham Central Railroad, at The Depot at Graham Central Station, 60 Maple St.
Local farm allows hands-on animal experience
EAST LONGMEADOW — East Longmeadow is a rural town and while farms selling blueberries or apples and other produce are fairly familiar, farms with an array of livestock are less common. Farms where the public can snuggle with goats, ride a horse and learn husbandry are rare.
Fire departments’ kickball game to support MDA
WEST SPRINGFIELD — A decades-long charity event is sustaining its mission with a new look.
Not your average bakery: a baker’s take on gluten free cuisine
AGAWAM — If you’re craving something good to eat in the neighborhood but have dietary restrictions, well, not to worry because there’s a new place at 360 North Westfield St., that is worth checking out.
VOICE Veterans Picnic in the Park to return to West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The fourth annual Veterans Picnic in the Park will take place on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Morgan Road Pavillion, 459 Morgan Rd.
Chicopee reviews health insurance rates, selection and offerings
CHICOPEE — The City Council hosted a special meeting on July 29 to discuss the city health insurance review, selection, rates and offerings in front of filled City Hall auditorium.