Pine Valley tenants condemn rent increases across the city
EASTHAMPTON — A press conference was held inside Easthampton City Hall on Dec. 10 by the Pine Valley Tenants organization to shine a light on recent rent increases they deem unfair.
West Side Town Council bids farewell to departing members
WEST SPRINGFIELD — During the West Springfield Town Council meeting on Dec. 15, Town Council members praised the departing members for their public service.
Yoga, D&D among regular Lilly Library events in 2026
NORTHAMPTON — With the new year right around the corner, Lilly Library wants to remind the public of its offerings and weekly events that are further establishing the library building as a space for the community.
Educators vote ‘no confidence’ in Holyoke School Committee’s bargaining team
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Teachers Association hosted a press conference on Dec. 17 to announce that members of the HTA overwhelmingly voted no confidence in the School Committee’s bargaining team following months of stalled negotiations.
25th Russell Parade of Lights was ‘bigger and better’
RUSSELL — The 25th Russell Parade of Lights organizer Missy Castro, chair of the Recreation Committee, said the cold did not deter anyone from coming out to watch on Dec. 13.
Wilbraham Select Board appoints two police officers to Police Department
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham Select Board interviewed and appointed Ostaquio Rodrigues and Nicholas Cervizzi to the Wilbraham Police Department in its Dec. 15 meeting. Police Chief Edward Lennon presented the candidates to the Select Board.