by Ryan Feyre | Mar 13, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” Holyoke St. Patrick’s Committee President Jim Wildman and Holyoke Grand Colleen Jadyn Christie sat down with hosts Chris Maza and Tyler Garnet to discuss the 2026 St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including the 49th annual 10K road race on March 21 and the 73rd St. Patrick’s Parade on March 22.
by Cliff Clark | Mar 13, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Southwick
SPRINGFIELD — A Hampden Superior Court judge two weeks ago denied Southwick’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed against the town by the limited liability company of an assisted living facility.
by Peter Tuohy | Mar 13, 2026 | Agawam, Hampden County, Local News
AGAWAM — Agawam Community Artists and Artisans are calling beginner and experienced Western Massachusetts artists to participate in their Mosaic Project. The theme this year is “New England Treasures,” showcasing what artists love about living in New England.
by Chris Maza | Mar 13, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Westfield
WESTFIELD — With the state’s new high school graduation framework taking shape, funding for staffing and resources to complete the proposed requirements is top of mind for administrators at the local level.
by Tyler Garnet | Mar 12, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — By becoming grand colleen on Feb. 14, Jayden Christie fulfilled a dream that she has had since childhood, when she watched past colleens go by on their floats during Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Parade weekend.
by Trent Levakis | Mar 12, 2026 | Hampshire County, Local News, Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — Play Incubation Collective’s 2026 Kids Play Lab Residency at Jackson Street School will expose three third grade classes to PIC’s collaborative playwriting process.