West Springfield looks to improve accessibility in Mittineague with grant
WEST SPRINGFIELD — A part of West Springfield’s recreational life is about to receive an overhaul.
Agawam: Building a new school and a new learning vision
AGAWAM — Steel girders for the community wing — the first phase of what will become Agawam’s new, state-of-the art high school — have begun to rise into the sky next to the current high school where students and staff are transforming how students will learn.
Chicopee voters elect multiple new faces to serve the city
CHICOPEE — Chicopee saw a 14% voter turnout on Election Day, which featured multiple contested races including city collector, City Council and School Committee. The ballot also featured a non-binding question for the residents.
Southwick commission supports bill to fine contractors for not pulling permits
SOUTHWICK — During the Conservation Commission’s meeting on Nov. 3, the commissioners continued the planning of revegetating the eroded areas of the North Pond Conservation Area, and approved supporting a bill working through the Statehouse that would fine contractors who perform work on private property without a permit.
Vega preparing to lead Western Mass. Economic Development Council
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Planning and Economic Development Director Aaron Vega has been appointed president and CEO for the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council.
Springfield election signals change with tight races
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield’s election on Nov. 4 marked the highest voter turnout in years for an election without statewide races or a mayoral race and was marked by many closely contested races for School Committee and City Council seats.