WG&E ‘Home Plus’program now includes all utility customers
WESTFIELD — In the name of helping homeowners transition to energy-efficient heat pumps, Westfield Gas & Electric is expanding its innovative financing piloting program, called “Home Plus.”
Southwick commission plan will restore parts of conservation area
SOUTHWICK — The Conservation Commission approved a plan it had been developing for over six months to restore the areas of the North Pond Conservation Area that have been severely eroded by foot traffic.
Springfield reopens Magazine Park, latest in neighborhood park rehabs
SPRINGFIELD — It was a sunny, idyllic summer day in Springfield when U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, Mayor Domenic Sarno and state Rep. Bud Williams joined residents to cut the ribbon on the renovated Magazine Park.
Velis: Burden of data centers should not fall on residents
WESTFIELD — Acknowledging that the use of artificial intelligence and the need for supporting data centers are not only becoming a fact of life but also a potential economic boon for the state, state Sen. John Velis renewed his push for assurances that the energy and water impacts of these centers do not impact local rate payers.
Westfield kicks off Pride Month with sixth flag raising
WESTFIELD — In the eyes of Kathi Bradford, the pride flag is more than a fabric; it’s a promise to not mistake small progress for permanent justice.
Southwick raises transfer sticker fee by $15
SOUTHWICK — The Select Board was talking trash during its meeting on June 1 before it raised the annual regular transfer sticker price from $180 to $195 and the senior sticker from $95 to $110.