October events to get you in the ‘spirit’ of the season
When it comes to kicking off the holiday celebration season, it seems Halloween is quickly taking center stage as the first-on-the-calendar all-out event.
Automotive teacher, CTEC awarded $75k for teaching excellence
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Tyler Chrystal is one of the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence winners.
Finalists for SSO music director will have week-long residency
SPRINGFIELD — Five musical professionals have been selected as the finalists for the music director position with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra.
Rays of Hope brings community together for 33rd annual walk, run
SPRINGFIELD — For more than three decades, the Rays of Hope Walk & Run has brought people throughout Western Massachusetts together to support those affected by breast cancer.
Holyoke superintendent highlights next steps after DESE report
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Public Schools Superintendent Jackie Glasheen shared Holyoke’s preliminary accountability data from DESE with the School Committee.
Magic for Maddie to host 5th annual 5K and carnival fundraiser
HOLYOKE — Magic for Maddie will host the fifth annual Magic for Maddie 5K Family Fun Walk & Carnival on Saturday, Oct. 17 in at Ashley Reservoir in Holyoke.