Palmer School Committee finalizes FY25 budget
PALMER — Ahead of the forthcoming Town Council budget hearing, the School Committee reviewed and finalized approval of an $18.2 million budget request from the town for fiscal year 2025.
Program seeking people to sponsor single mothers this holiday season
During the summer, the holidays are far from the minds of most people, but Cheryl Przezdziecki is seeking people who want to help single mothers provide holiday magic for their families. Early registration has opened for The Empowerment Project’s Sponsor-A-Mom program.
Ludlow Health Department: residents can help reduce rodents
LUDLOW — Ludlow has been experiencing an influx of rodent activity in the past two years. As the presence of rats and mice in backyards and trashcans has continued to be an issue for many in the community, the town released a statement urging people to take precautions on their properties, such as securing trashcans and reducing clutter.
Basketball Hall of Fame unveils new Celtics exhibit
SPRINGFIELD — A two-year passion project brimming with Boston Celtics pride has come to fruition at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame for a limited time.
Portion of Mass. Central Rail Trail closed next two months for construction
NORTHAMPTON — The city of Northampton announced to the public on June 3 that the Mass. Central Rail Trail between Jackson Street and Stoddard Street will close for at least two months.
Hampshire Regional offers superintendency to Perrone
WESTHAMPTON — On June 5, the five school committees of the Hampshire Regional School District voted, almost without dissent, to offer Westhampton resident Vito Perrone the district’s top administrative position.