New novel explores struggles with terminal diagnosis
AGAWAM — A new novel, “Bean in My Breast,” is the story of a woman named Rachel who is dealing with news that her breast cancer has returned. It’s terminal.
Longmeadow determines two local dogs as nuisances
LONGMEADOW — At the Longmeadow Select Board’s March 2 meeting, a public hearing determined two dogs on Anthony Road were a nuisance.
CROP Hunger Walk returns to support local and global needs
As food insecurity rises across the region, organizers of the annual Agawam/West Springfield CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, April 26 say this year’s event carries an even greater sense of urgency.
Easthampton City Council takes care of money matters
EASTHAMPTON — In a relatively short meeting March 4, the Easthampton City Council transferred money for legal fees and received a few short updates from Mayor Salem Derby.
Holyoke City Councilors file order to allow WWII siren tradition to continue
HOLYOKE — The World War II siren that many residents have become accustomed to hearing every Friday for decades at noon may soon blare again after two City Councilors filed an order to the Ordinance Subcommittee that would amend city ordinances to allow the siren to sound.
Anna E. Barry school project moves into next phase after MSBA approval
CHICOPEE — The Anna E Barry Elementary School project officially moves to the schematic design phase after the Massachusetts School Building Authority met on Feb. 25.