Three vie for councilor-at-large seat in June 11 Palmer town election
PALMER — On June 11, voters will have the chance to cast their ballots in the annual town election.
Western Mass. senators push priorities in budget debate
Following a vigorous May 23 debate session, the nearly $60 billion budget reached unanimous approval by the Massachusetts state Senate. Members adopted more than 400 of the 1,100 amendments filed, resulting in close to $90 million of additional spending with Western Massachusetts lawmakers maintaining the regions stake in funding.
Palmer School Committee begins superintendent evaluation process
PALMER — Superintendent Matthew Francis reviewed the superintendent evaluation process and its timeline with School Committee members during the May 15 meeting.
Top Floor Learning marks 20 years of education
PALMER — Top Floor Learning Inc. celebrated its 20th anniversary and commemorated the milestone with an open house on April 30 as well as celebrating its biggest fundraiser of the year — its May Basket Raffle that kicked off on May 1.
East-West Rail design to start soon, construction in summer 2027
SPRINGFIELD — At a press conference on April 22, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) spoke alongside legislators, and local and state officials, announcing the design of East-West Rail will begin this summer.
Przypek ‘excited’ to support small biz as chamber of commerce CEO
In the world of business, especially small business, chambers of commerce are a valuable tool. At their core, chambers are an association of businesses that promote and protect their members’ interests.