Toy for Joy gets two important contributions
As the weather turned nippier and Christmas began coming into view, the Toy for Joy campaign gained two important contributions — but still needs more.
Comerford credits team, constituents for recognitions
NORTHAMPTON — State Sen. Jo Comerford’s accomplishments were highlighted last month through two different awards recognizing her work to support early education and care access as well as the work of the Center for Human Development.
First Church hosts annual Christmas tree lighting celebration
The First Church of Christ in Longmeadow hosted its the annual Christmas tree lighting on the Town Green on Dec. 3. Along with the tree lighting, residents participated in Christmas caroling and enjoyed a visit from Santa Claus. The tree lighting ceremony took place directly across from the First Church of Christ.
Seniors invited to 50th annual Christmas banquet
SOMERS — For the last 50 years, the Somers Knights of Columbus Council 4303, Lions and Rotary Club have joined together to offer a Christmas banquet to the town’s senior citizens — an event that brings them together for an afternoon of talking, connecting and a turkey feast.
New Longmeadow fire chief excited to lead ‘best department in the area’
LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow Fire Department has a new leader with a familiar face. Chief John Rigney took command of the department on Nov. 22 when then-Chief John Dearborn retired.
With tax rate hike likely, Gold argues commercial should pay more
LONGMEADOW — Historically, Longmeadow has adopted a single tax rate for all property owners in town and the Select Board chose to do so for fiscal year 2025 at its Dec. 2 meeting. However, not all members of the board are satisfied with this strategy.