


Fill the Food Bank returns for second year April 1
CHICOPEE — In collaboration with the Greater Westfield, Greater Holyoke, West of the River, ERC5/East of the River and Springfield Regional Chambers of Commerce, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts announced the second annual Fill the Food Bank event on Tuesday, April 1 from 5-7 p.m.

Mass. legislators explore Canadian hydropower as energy solution
Nearly a dozen Massachusetts legislators recently traveled to Canada to strengthen the state’s relationship with Quebec and work toward a partnership to bring the province’s abundant hydroelectric power to Bay Staters.

Springfield School Committee approves school cameras memorandum
SPRINGFIELD — After an arduous several months of discussions, a new memorandum of understanding regarding access to school cameras is officially implemented.

Executive order promotes agreements for public works projects
SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Maura Healey officially signed an executive order on March 11 to promote the use of project labor agreements by state agencies for large public works projects.
Eversource petitions vote delayed amidst rate increases
SPRINGFIELD — During a time when Eversource increased its energy rates this winter, the Springfield City Council is looking to better scrutinize the utility company’s installation projects throughout the city.