EAST LONGMEADOW — The School Committee approved the 2025-26 program of studies for East Longmeadow High School, which included a work-study program. At the June 24 meeting, Principal Frank Paige delivered an update on the program’s development.
HAMPDEN — With Police Chief Scott Trombly’s upcoming retirement on July 17, the Selectboard discussed how to undertake the search for a new chief.
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield City Councilors are working to resuscitate a state law that would dish out a two-year mandatory sentence to drug dealers standing within 1,000 feet of schools and playgrounds.
SPRINGFIELD — Public health leaders, along with city and state officials, are continuing to fight a recent ruling that breathes life into the controversial biomass plant proposal by Palmer Renewable Energy.
EAST LONGMEADOW — East Longmeadow hosts what is widely considered to be the largest Fourth of July parade in Western Massachusetts and the prestigious title of grand marshal is awarded to a member of the community who is giving of themselves to help others and make the town a better place to live. For the 2025 East Longmeadow Fourth of July Parade, that honor belongs to Daniel Burack.
EAST LONGMEADOW — It’s been a town tradition for as long as anyone can remember, celebrating Independence Day with a festive parade. Today’s parade is recognized as one of the largest in the area. But it wasn’t always such a grand affair. And no one’s really sure when the tradition actually began …