Tolland teen wins patriotic essay contest 3rd year in a row
TOLLAND — For the third year in a row Leo Dennis, a ninth grader attending Southwick Regional School, has been awarded first place in Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 873’s annual essay contest. “My mom told me about [the essay contest] and said, ‘You’re a good writer,...Theater hosts 2 world premieres in 35th anniversary season
CHESTER — Co-producing artistic directors James Barry and Tara Franklin have announced the plays included in the 35th anniversary season of the Chester Theatre Company.
Huntington librarian looking for more spring activity ideas
HUNTINGTON — Library Director Amanda Loiselle is ramping up special activities and club events at the Huntington Public Library at 7 E. Main St., and is looking for feedback for more ideas.
Early voting scheduled for state presidential primary ballots
In-person early voting will be available starting Feb. 24 for the presidential primary election in Massachusetts. In every town, early voting is open to any registered voter. Those who are registered only need to show up at the polling place.
Boat ramp proposal raises worries over safety, local control
RUSSELL — Local boating and fishing enthusiasts say the town now has the opportunity to have a Westfield River boating and fishing access area constructed on town property and paid for by the state.