by Ryan Feyre | May 8, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health’s recent acquisition of Mercy Medical Center, set to become official on Nov. 1, is making waves throughout the region as people scramble to prepare for what this will mean for health care in Western Massachusetts.
by Peter Tuohy | May 8, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow
LONGMEADOW — A Longmeadow High School student’s artwork is slated to hang on the walls of the U.S. Capitol for the next year after her victory in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition.
by Tina Lesniak | May 8, 2026 | Enfield, Local News
ENFIELD — The annual Enfield Town Wide Tag Sale is set to return on Saturday, May 16, offering residents and visitors alike a day filled with bargain hunting, community connection and charitable giving.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 8, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Public Schools Superintendent Sonia Dinnall was joined on the steps of City Hall by state officials and the CEOs of three area children’s education organizations to launch Foundations for Success Springfield.
by Tyler Garnet | May 7, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke City Council has appointed Cheryl Allen to become the new city auditor, tasking the official with overseeing municipal finances, conducting independent reviews of city spending and ensuring transparency and accountability across all departments.
by Peter Tuohy | May 7, 2026 | East Longmeadow, Hampden County, Local News
EAST LONGMEADOW — Not all heroes wear capes; some drive a school bus instead.