Springfield receives $5.33 million in grants for variety of programs
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council accepted several grants, totaling $5.33 million, at its Jan. 12 meeting.
Chicopee swears in Eric Watson as acting police chief
Deputy Police Chief Eric Watson was sworn in as acting police chief of the Chicopee Police Department during a ceremony on Jan. 14. The appointment comes after former Police Chief Patrick Major retired earlier this month.
Oliveira hosts workforce summit with Labor Secretary, higher ed leaders
SPRINGFIELD — Western Massachusetts leaders in education and economic development met with Massachusetts Secretary for Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones for a summit on how to grow the region’s workforce to meet the needs of today and the future.
Community prays at multi-faith vigil for people targeted by ICE
SPRINGFIELD — Cars streamed into the parking lot of South Congregational Church on the evening of Jan. 13.
WHS Free Web Clinic seeking website clients for spring term
WESTFIELD — The Westfield High School Free Web Clinic is seeking two to three more website clients for its spring term.
Southwick Select Board remains skeptical of committing to Complete Streets
SOUTHWICK — A request by the Economic Development Commission to the Select Board prompted a discussion by its members about whether the town should participate in the state’s Complete Streets program.