Parents concerned, upset after Longmeadow school librarian’s arrest
LONGMEADOW — The arrest of a middle school librarian charged with distribution of child sex abuse materials has led the Longmeadow community to express concern and outrage.
ACAA to host annual art festival on Aug. 23 and 24
AGAWAM — Agawam Community Artists and Artisans is hosting its fifth annual Pioneer Valley Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23 and 24, at the Polish American Club, 139 Southwick St., Feeding Hills, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
West Springfield resident wins gold at National Senior Games
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Competing in golf on the national level never crossed Paul Osypuk’s mind when he was caddying for his dad at the age of 12.
Local author shifts focus to paranormal mysteries
AGAWAM — Judy Cosby was 13 when her parents gave her a journal for Christmas. It inspired her to put into writing a promise to someday write a book and become a published author.
Smith Voc. program to train adult ed students for culinary arts positions
NORTHAMPTON — Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School has been awarded $479,998 for its adult education programming to provide training to 60 participants for culinary arts positions this fall.
Community Music Center to host annual open house Aug. 26
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Community Music Center is once again inviting incoming middle school students to its “Instrument Petting Zoo” and Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.