Film festival recognizes Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month and through a collaboration of municipalities in Hampshire County, there will be a Disability Pride Month Film Festival scattered throughout the month.
Eastern States Exposition unveils 2024 economic impact
WEST SPRINGFIELD — A recent study found that the Eastern States Exposition economic impact on Hampden County was $235 million in Gross Regional Product and a “record-breaking” $1.167 billion across New York and New England in 2024.
Agawam City Council approves resolution for battery storage facility
AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council officially approved a resolution in support of a state bill that, if passed, would require local legislative approval of a battery storage facility before it can be built in that community.
Agawam National Night Out takes place on July 25
AGAWAM — The Agawam Police Department and its community partners will be hosting Agawam Night Out on Friday, July 25 from 6-8 p.m. at School Street Park.
Food insecurity on the rise across local counties
A recent study by the Greater Boston Food Bank and Mass General Brigham found that food insecurity continued to rise across the state, but especially in Western Massachusetts.
Hampden County overdoses slightly down in 2025
SPRINGFIELD — Substance use disorders are still a prevalent issue in Hampden County, but according to recent data from the Critical Incident Management System, some progress has been made.