Velis secures $50,000 for Chicopee American Legion and veterans organizations
CHICOPEE — A $50,000 earmark will bolster the Chicopee American Legion Post 452 and its facilities thanks to state Sen. John Velis’s efforts.
Wistariahurst Museum unveils October schedule filled with ‘spooky’ events
HOLYOKE — October’s imminent arrival means “spooky season” is almost here, and the Wistariahurst Museum is hosting a bevy of events to celebrate this festive time of year.
South Hadley Selectboard discusses data center policy
SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley became the most recent town in Massachusetts to discuss whether data center developments should be allowed in its community.
Springfield City Council okays controversial funding, Hurst says city is investigating him
SPRINGFIELD — After a months-long controversy regarding At Large City Councilor Justin Hurst’s objections to funding for property redevelopment connected to City Clerk Gladys Oyola-Lopez, the City Council voted to approve the $100,000 in community preservation funding. Where Hurst smelled smoke, his colleagues said there was no fire.
Easthampton City Council approves plans for Town Lodging House
EASTHAMPTON — Despite calls to pause the process at its Sept. 16 meeting, the Easthampton City Council voted unanimously to support the purchase and reconstruction of the Town Lodging House and property at 75 Oliver St.
Ashe, Oliveira present Longmeadow Police Department with $50,000 check
LONGMEADOW — Improvements are on the way for the Longmeadow Police Department after state Sen. Jake Oliveira, state Rep. Brian Ashe and town officials stopped by on Sept. 23 to present a $50,000 check, which was secured in the fiscal year 2027 state budget.