Christopher Beecher named next fire chief
EAST LONGMEADOW — At the Feb. 11 meeting of the East Longmeadow Town Council, Deputy Fire Chief Christopher Beecher was promoted to the position of chief.
Refugees, service providers struggle amid funding freeze
SPRINGFIELD — When people immigrate to the United States, religious organizations, such as Catholic Charities and Church World Services, are often the primary point of contact, working with the federal and state governments to provide a support system while immigrants and refugees get settled.
Council, Planning Board OK zoning changes, reject 40R
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow Town Council met with the Planning Board on Feb. 11 to discuss the progress made by the Center Town District Steering Committee.
Traffic amendment approved after two objections
WEST SPRINGFIELD — After objecting to a proposed traffic rule on Woodmont Street twice, the Town Council approved the proposal at its Feb. 3 meeting.
Departure of elementary principal raises concerns for families
HUNTINGTON — At the start of the Gateway Regional School Committee meeting on Feb. 12, which was moved to the Performing Arts Center due to the 100 residents that attended, Chair Jason Forgue asked for a motion to extend public participation to 30 minutes, instead of the 15 minutes normally allotted.
Annual spring gardening seminars slated for March 29
WESTFIELD — Don’t let any lingering snow on the ground fool you. It’s time for garden lovers to think spring.