Community rallies following Holyoke fires
HOLYOKE — After two separate fires spread across the city on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2, local, state and national organizations are offering a hand to those who lost their belongings and homes.
Easthampton City Council accepts grants for Parks and Rec. projects
EASTHAMPTON — Two major projects in the city will move forward after the City Council officially accepted state grants to help fund the undertakings.
Agawam City Council sets tax factor, tax rate of $14.10
AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council voted Dec. 1 to set a split tax rate, with the average residential tax bill set to increase by $156 and businesses shouldering a larger burden.
Congressman continues tradition of supporting Toy for Joy
For U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal, the holiday season is a time to recognize that charity begins at home.
Blandford receives $5.4M library grant
BLANDFORD — The Porter Memorial Library in Blandford received word earlier this month that the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners has awarded a $5.4 million Small Population library construction grant to the town of Blandford.
Northampton to look into snow removal ordinance
NORTHAMPTON — Following a discussion on Dec. 3, the City Council’s Ordinance Review Committee recommended that the city’s Transportation & Parking Commission review Northampton’s snow removal ordinance.