Teaching awards recognize classroom impact
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Five West Springfield teachers are among more than 100 teachers in Western Massachusetts who will be recognized for their exceptional teaching skills.
Southwick Historical Society, residents celebrate property closing
SOUTHWICK — Most of those involved in the successful purchase of 10.52-acres of property on College Highway for the Southwick Historical Society gathered on March 29 at Moore Meadows, the property’s chosen name, to thank residents for supporting the purchase during Town Meeting and donors for their financial help.
Littleville Fair announces Easter Egg Hunt, Pancake Breakfast
CHESTER — On Sunday, April 13 at 1 p.m., the Littleville Fair, the Chester Hill Association, and the Chester Recreation Committee will host an Easter Egg Hunt at the Littleville Fairgrounds, 15 Kinnebrook Rd. in Chester.
DPW partners with rain barrel company to help residents conserve water
SOUTHWICK — During a discussion of the Water Commissioners about mandated water restrictions that town residents must deal with each summer, one Commissioner Dave Meczywor suggested the DPW partner with a company to offer rain barrels at reduced rates for water conservation.
Perron drops out of election for Select Board seat
SOUTHWICK — Wanting to spend more time on himself, his family while winding down his law enforcement career, current Select Board Chair Jason Perron will not seek reelection for another three-year term on the board.
Blessed Buys donates to high school Kinship Fund
WESTFIELD — The Blessed Buys Thrift Shoppe recently donated a portion of its quarterly profits, $1,000, to the Kinship Fund at Westfield High School. The thrift store is a project of the First Congregational Church on 18 Broad St.