HUNTINGTON — Gateway Regional Superintendent Kristen Smidy announced this week that she has accepted a position as an associate director at the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the recognized accrediting body for schools and colleges in New England.
SOUTHWICK — A long-time Southwick Senior Center volunteer was recently honored with an annual award created to recognize Southwick seniors who are active at the center.
WESTFIELD — On June 4, the residents of Armbrook Village were seated outdoors, and honored guests Mayor Michael McCabe and state Sen. John Velis were in attendance as resident Harriet Gilman walked to the front of the gathering for her 104th birthday party.
HOLYOKE — Massachusetts Education Secretary and interim Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Dr. Patrick Tutwiler visited Holyoke High School on June 5 as part of a series of listening sessions to discuss potential new statewide graduation requirements.
HOLYOKE — With the warmer weather finally here, The Holyoke Farmers Market has returned and announced its schedule for their 46th season, with two outdoor markets each week starting on June 10 and 11.
CHICOPEE — Due to the death of former At-Large City Council member Robert Zygarowski in March, the City Council hosted a special meeting on May 29 to discuss possibly filling the vacant at-large position.