SPRINGFIELD — The state Legislature, including the entire Springfield delegation, approved a home rule petition that will allow Police Superintendent Lawrence Akers to remain in the position until the age of 70.
NORTHAMPTON — Northampton resident Deepika Shukla was recently nominated to the Massachusetts Superior Court by Gov. Maura Healey.
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Over the years, Greater Springfield has been home to Falcons and Thunderbirds. Kings have also reigned supreme. Those hockey teams are part of the region’s history of sending hundreds of local stars to the National Hockey League.
SPRINGFIELD — Each year, the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department hosts a charity 5K/walk to benefit a local organization that helps the community. This year the race will benefit domestic violence prevention and support efforts from the YWCA of Western Massachusetts, a cause that is personal to Sheriff Nick Cocchi.
NORTHAMPTON — After a slight delay and several months of laying idle, the regional ValleyBike Share program will officially make its return on Aug. 12.
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Thunderbirds visited Forest Park for the second of three Community Caravan events on July 22. The event featured an appearance from Thunderbirds mascot Boomer and team staff, as well as a wide variety of activities and vendors, street hockey activities, and food. The first Community Caravan event took place in June at Look Park in Northampton and a third will take place at Amelia Park in Westfield on Aug. 17, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.