City Council approves $8.13 million appropriation to balance school budget
CHICOPEE — With budget season in full force, the School Department is getting a major boost from the city to supplement its financial outlook this upcoming fiscal year.
Westfield snow and ice removal costs exceeded $2.7 million
WESTFIELD — While the inches of recorded snow that fell in the city this winter was average, the number of plowable events was the reason snow and ice removal costs are over $1 million over last year’s cost.
Third annual Mass Kids Lit Fest returns May 3-9
NORTHAMPTON — Massachusetts Center for the Book has announced the return of Mass Kids Lit Fest, the vibrant children’s book festival now in its third year, from May 3-9.
Survey seeks input about promoting Northampton as a destination
NORTHAMPTON — The city is seeking input from the public, both locally and afar, through a Community and Visitor Perception Survey that was launched on April 9.
Mobile Museum of Tolerance visits Springfield Jewish Community Center
LONGMEADOW — Brian Strafach looked around the small, rectangular space where more than a dozen middle schoolers sat with the handful of adults who accompanied them.
Springfield peddling ordinance restricts food trucks on private property
SPRINGFIELD — Food truck owners beware. There are new rules for mobile eateries operating on private property in Springfield.