


JFK Middle School reopens newly refurbished tennis, basketball courts
NORTHAMPTON — The tennis and basketball courts at JFK Middle School have been refurbished and were officially reopened on Sept. 24 during a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Easthampton author wins in fiction at state Book Awards
EASTHAMPTON — Local author Jedediah Berry has received the prize for fiction for his latest work as the Massachusetts Center for the Book announced the winners of the 2025 Book Awards.

Annual Sneaker Soirée set to take place Oct. 9
Girls on the Run Western Massachusetts will host its third annual Sneaker Soirée on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Springfield Country Club.

Easthampton’s ‘Keys to City’ program honors first recipient
EASTHAMPTON — The newly introduced “Keys to the City” program saw its first recipient presented during the City Council’s Sept. 17 meeting as honoree Robin Bialecki was recognized for her work and leadership as executive director of the Easthampton Community Center.

New South Hadley superintendent discusses entry plan
SOUTH HADLEY — Jennifer Voyik is starting her first school year as South Hadley Public Schools superintendent, and at the Sept. 18 School Committee meeting, she discussed a new superintendent induction program and her entry plan.