‘You could hear a pin drop,’ at recent WMS assemblies
WESTFIELD — Principal Jesse McMillan said during a visit last week to Westfield Middle School, motivational speaker Terrence Lee Talley’s message of hope and resilience was well received.
Snow removal costs continue to climb in Southwick
SOUTHWICK — After four snow events this winter, it’s clear that when Town Meeting convenes in May, it will have to dip into free cash to pay off the deficit spending the town is incurring to keep the town’s roads and streets clear.
Six contenders vying to be Agawam colleen
AGAWAM — Next month, Julia Nicosia — Agawam’s reigning colleen — will crown one of six young women who are hoping to succeed her for 2026.
Chicopee’s Office of Community Development begins public engagement process for CDBG grant
CHICOPEE — The Office of Community Development recently hosted a public hearing on Jan. 27 for the public to give their input on community needs in preparation for the Community Development Action Plan, which will cover July 1, 2026 to June. 30, 2027.
Agawam St. Patrick’s Committee will honor three citizens
AGAWAM — Three Agawam residents will receive prestigious awards on Feb. 7 from the Agawam St. Patrick’s Committee at its annual coronation gala.
ELHS building project updates given in School Committee, School Building Committee meetings
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow School Committee and the School Building Committee gave updates to the new high school project in its respective meetings on Jan. 27 and 29.