Agawam National Night Out takes place on July 25
AGAWAM — The Agawam Police Department and its community partners will be hosting Agawam Night Out on Friday, July 25 from 6-8 p.m. at School Street Park.
Food insecurity on the rise across local counties
A recent study by the Greater Boston Food Bank and Mass General Brigham found that food insecurity continued to rise across the state, but especially in Western Massachusetts.
Hampden County overdoses slightly down in 2025
SPRINGFIELD — Substance use disorders are still a prevalent issue in Hampden County, but according to recent data from the Critical Incident Management System, some progress has been made.
Longmeadow Select Board cancels Town Meeting, future recall charter change possible
LONGMEADOW — In the wake of Planning Board member Walter Gunn’s resignation, the Longmeadow Select Board voted on June 27 to rescind the Town Meeting that was set for July 15.
East Longmeadow residents express concerns with proposed store, venue
EAST LONGMEADOW — A proposed building at 896 Somers Rd. brought about 40 residents to the East Longmeadow Planning Board meeting on July 1.
