East Longmeadow Town Council to continue Finance Oversight Committee use, with stipulations
EAST LONGMEADOW — As a decision on the fiscal year 2026 budget approaches, the East Longmeadow Town Council discussed whether to eschew the use of the Financial Oversight Committee or continue with past practices.
State commission takes testimony on antisemitism in K-12 schools
LONGMEADOW — In the auditorium of the Springfield Jewish Community Center in Longmeadow, state legislators, invited speakers and members of the local Jewish community gathered for a hearing by the state’s Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism.
A look at the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade’s history
HOLYOKE — It started the way so many great things have begun. With an idea, and some willing hands.
STGRSD teacher honored with Excellence in Teaching Award
SOUTHWICK — Being recognized as this year’s recipient of the Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award for the Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District, Advance Placement English teacher Matthew Sterlein understands the honor is about more than just teaching.
Southwick Select Board formally approves special permit for cannabis retailer
SOUTHWICK — The Planning Board’s decision to approve the site plan and special permit for the Pioneer Valley Trading Co. Tuesday was the culmination of a nearly two-year process to allow two recreational marijuana retailers to open in town.