Real estate agent exploring restaurant incubator in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The owner of 232 Worthington St., which formerly housed Dewey’s Jazz Lounge, is seeking to create a restaurant incubator at the location for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to “launch and grow their culinary businesses.”
Dog officer: new bylaws are ‘fines after fines after fines’
HUNTINGTON — Jim Helems, who has served as animal control officer in Huntington for the past four years, is looking for residents to speak out about the new bylaw that passed at the town meeting on June 23, regarding dogs. Helems said he does not recommend the bylaw and may be forced to step down because of it.
The Sphere receives grant to launch Westfield business accelerator program
NORTHAMPTON — A $50,000 grant has been awarded to The Sphere Northampton to launch the Sphere Westfield Mindshift Business Accelerator, an intensive business development program designed to support low-to moderate-income entrepreneurs in the Westfield community.
Hampton Ponds Association to host 67th July 4 parade
WESTFIELD — The Hampton Ponds Association will host its 67th annual Fourth of July parade on Friday, July 4, and will feature decorated floats, a tribute to local veterans, a raffle and speeches by local officials.
Associate member of Southwick Planning Board chosen
SOUTHWICK — During a joint meeting of the Select and Planning boards on June 23, members of both boards unanimously chose Giovanni Allsop to serve as associate member of the Planning Board instead of former Select Board member Jason Perron who applied for the position.