Still together after 60 years, Southwick class of ’64 readies for reunion
SOUTHWICK — The Southwick High School class of 1964 reunion committee has been busy meeting to plan a weekend of events for the 60th reunion on the weekend of Sept. 20-22. Actually, the committee never stopped meeting. The members of the original committee that organized itself 60 years ago are all still active.
Firehouse, fundraiser or restaurant? Big E’s Station 4 is all 3
WEST SPRINGFIELD — At the Eastern States Exposition, fairgoers can find a variety foods, from deep-fried Oreos to loaded baked potatoes to a variety of exotic foreign dishes. But there is only one place that offers classic American fare cooked and served by local firefighters.
West Springfield GOP supports Deaton as U.S. Senate nominee
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Republican voters in West Springfield helped John Deaton gain the nomination for U.S. Senate in the region’s only contested race during the Sept. 3 state primary election. Local GOP voters gave Deaton, a cryptocurrency lawyer from Bolton, about 78%...Councilors support tighter rules, shorter hours for soliciting in Agawam
AGAWAM — The City Council voted recently to approve the first reading of an ordinance regulating solicitors, following a debate over when they should be allowed to operate. As presented to the council, the ordinance, sponsored by Councilor George Bitzas and Mayor...
Town funds helping Agawam Fire House Museum renovations
AGAWAM — The Agawam Historical and Fire House Museum is in the midst of a project to increase its storage space, protect its artifacts and install new signs. Project manager David Cecchi said it’ll be done “well before Memorial Day,” which is the museum’s target reopening date.