Whalley Park pickleball project eyes summer opening
SOUTHWICK — After nearly three years of fits and starts, a request for bids to build six pickleball courts at Whalley Park was released a couple weeks ago.
Crepes Tea House owner responds to complaints
SOUTHWICK — Before the Planning Board tackled a request by Art Ribinskas, the owner of Crepes Tea House, to continue outdoor cooking once a week at his restaurant on Feeding Hills Road, he had to answer why there had been two complaints about it over the last few months.
Twelve contestants set to compete for 2026 Sons of Erin colleen in February
WESTFIELD — Twelve contestants competing to be the 2026 Sons of Erin colleen gathered on the morning of Jan. 18 to have their photos taken, get to know each other, and learn about all the responsibilities of the colleen and her court.
Registration opens Feb. 1 for Westfield River Wildwater Races
WESTFIELD — Race Director Harry Rock has announced that registration opens on Feb. 1 at westfieldriver.org/races for the 71st running of the Westfield River Wildwater Races on April 18.
Agawam councilor to challenge Boldyga
AGAWAM — When Agawam City Councilor Tom Hendrickson announced on Jan. 23 he would challenge incumbent state Rep. Nicholas Boldyga to represent the 3rd Hampden District, it was for several reasons, including the fact that Boldyga is not responsive to his constituents.
