by Tyler Garnet | May 7, 2026 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — A night of laughter, love and purpose is set to take place at the Chicopee Elks Lodge, 431 Granby Rd, on Saturday, May 16, as FunnyRaising Comedy Shows is partnering with Crystal Conroy and Ashton’s Army for a comedy night fundraiser.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 7, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — This is Code Ninjas, a workshop where students learn to code and engage with other STEM topics.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 7, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — For the first time, the Springfield city budget is expected to be more than $1 billion for fiscal year 2027.
by Peter Tuohy | May 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW — Longmeadow Town Manager Lyn Simmons is figuring out strategies for the town’s financial future, creating a budget task force to ensure long-term stability.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Hampshire County, Hilltowns, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield City Councilor Michael Fenton has announced that he will run against incumbent Tara Jacobs to represent Western Massachusetts on the Governor’s Council.
by Peter Tuohy | May 5, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — Wilbraham’s Annual Town Meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. on May 11 at Minnechaug Regional High School and the warrant has been finalized.