West Springfield Public Library kicks off summer programming
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West Springfield Public Library began its summer reading program on June 18, and it will run until Aug. 2. This year’s theme is Color our World.
Agawam High School project still on time, budget
AGAWAM — A few weeks after the official groundbreaking ceremony, Agawam Mayor Christopher Johnson said the Agawam High School project is still on time and on budget.
Agawam educators OK contract with 8% salary hike
AGAWAM — Just days before the start of their summer break, Agawam teachers and education support paraprofessionals overwhelmingly approved a new three-year collective bargaining agreement.
Southwick Water Commission clarifies rule to qualify for elderly rate
SOUTHWICK — At the urging of Southwick’s DPW Officer Manager Beryl Wagner, the Water Commission changed how it will define permanent residency for the elderly who apply for the lower elderly water rate.
Food pantry releases video to reaffirm its mission and needs
SOUTHWICK — With the need growing in town, Granville, and Tolland for food assistance, Our Community Food Pantry has released an educational video to explain its mission, needs, and reaffirm to the community it is a standalone organization that relies solely on the charity of those who want to make a difference for those who are less fortunate.
Amelia Park Arena’s first golf tourney seeks more players, sponsors
WESTFIELD — Amelia Park Arena General Manager Billy Fellows is looking for more players and sponsors for the Arena’s first Golf Tournament presented by Westfield Gas & Electric to celebrate the nonprofit community facility’s 25th anniversary, on Saturday, Aug. 16, at 1 p.m. at the East Mountain Country Club.