East Longmeadow School Committee begins process of superintendent search
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow School Committee met with Tracy Novick of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees on Sept. 8.
Route 202/33 rezoning proposal set for Town Meeting
SOUTH HADLEY — Planning and Conservation Director Anne Capra joined the Sept. 16 Selectboard meeting to discuss proposed zoning amendments.
Partnerships to expand access to mental health resources in Chicopee, Holyoke, South Hadley
Central Pioneer Valley Public Health District, Chicopee, Holyoke and South Hadley Health Departments announced its commercial partnership with CredibleMind.
Russell teen awarded $100,000 Laureate scholarship
RUSSELL — Elizabeth Hanechak, 18, of Russell has been awarded a $100,000 scholarship for her project, “Solving the Plastic Problem: Developing a Microbial System for the Bioremediation of Plastic Waste into Drinkable Water and Fertilizer Material.”
Springfield councilor asks governor to consider tourism task force
SPRINGFIELD — One Springfield councilor believes Massachusetts and Connecticut should work together to “crystallize economic development initiatives” between the two states.
Parson Block Party to promote Florence small business community
NORTHAMPTON — The Parson Block Party, a free, family-friendly street festival with music, giveaways, hands-on activities and small-business showcases is coming to Florence.