City Council approves development of a poet laureate position for Holyoke
HOLYOKE — Holyoke’s arts and culture scene has just been elevated after a recent City Council vote.
South Hadley to discuss another tax override question to curb cuts
SOUTH HADLEY — Residents may once again be asked to pay more in taxes as the South Hadley town administration and Selectboard are continuing to look at options to save proposed positions and service cuts.
Wilbraham ballot finalized as annual town election approaches
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham annual town election ballot has been finalized by Town Clerk Deborah Brennan and shows contested races for the Select Board and the Board of Assessors.
Traditional Celtic festival coming to West Springfield for first time
WEST SPRINGFIELD — As the last chill of a snow-packed winter fades away over the Pioneer Valley, the Irish Cultural Center of Western New England is bringing a tradition to West Springfield that dates back 5,000 years in Ireland’s history, welcoming the beginning of summer in the Celtic calendar.
Annual mini golf event at the Holyoke Pubic Library returns on May 2
HOLYOKE — Bookshelves will double as fairways when the Holyoke Public Library tees up its annual mini golf event on Saturday, May 2, turning the library into a one-of-a-kind course for players of all ages.
Easthampton Theater Company’s ‘Applause’ to capture classic American theater feel
EASTHAMPTON — Building on its 2026 momentum, the Easthampton Theater Company is gearing up for its second production of the year in “Applause,” a tale of ambition, success, and perspective that will open Sunday, June 7, at Williston Theater.