Vershon recognized by Chicopee for achieving Eagle Scout rank
CHICOPEE — Isabel Vershon was recognized at the May 5 City Council meeting by Mayor John Vieau and the city of Chicopee for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Ball club planning movie night fundraiser for Cooperstown trip
AGAWAM — A local boys baseball team will have an outdoor movie night on May 29 to raise money for the team to travel to Cooperstown, New York, this summer for a tournament.
Farmers’ Market once again highlights regional agriculture
EASTHAMPTON — A local staple that meets the needs of the community through a farm-focused lens is ready for another scorching summer season.
Easthampton City Council prepares Town Lodging property for sale
EASTHAMPTON — At its May 6 meeting, the Easthampton City Council voted to declare the Town Lodging property at 75 Oliver St. surplus property and finalized a request for proposals for potential buyers.
Town Council talks water quality during budget discussion
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow Town Council is questioning a proposed water rate increase for fiscal year 2027 over concerns about the water quality. In the proposed FY27 budget, the water rate is projected to go up 50 cents or 11% because of a $430,000 project...
Easthampton superintendent offers two override vote scenarios
EASTHAMPTON — Superintendent Michelle Balch presented the School Committee with two scenarios the district faces pending the results of the upcoming $6.9 million Proposition 2½ override vote on June 9.