SPRINGFIELD — With foot traffic continuing to increase around the intersection of Birnie Avenue and Arch Street, the city is currently planning safety enhancements in that area to prevent any injuries or catastrophes from happening.
SPRINGFIELD — A Target and a BJ’s Wholesale Club are among the several businesses proposed at the new Springfield Crossing project on 1655 Boston Rd.
SPRINGFIELD — A lease for a new Hampden County courthouse in Springfield could be executed in 2026 based on a timeline and proposal put forth by the Massachusetts Executive Office of the Trial Court.
HAMPDEN — In its capacity as the Board of Health, the Selectboard voted to order a Scantic Road resident to leave their property due to inadequate housing and a risk to public health.
WILBRAHAM — Wilbraham is taking action to secure the property at 176 Cottage Ave. that the Select Board says presents a safety issue. The town has been in contact with the owner’s lawyer, without the issues being addressed.
WILBRAHAM — The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District has made some gains since last year, but there is still work to be done. That was the takeaway from the accountability report presented by Superintendent John Provost at the Dec. 19 School Committee meeting.