Springfield Thunderbirds host annual School Day Game
SPRINGFIELD — Thousands of area school children had the opportunity to see the Springfield Thunderbirds play their annual School Day Game with a 10:30 a.m. puck drop on Nov. 6.
Fire at former Vibra Hospital highlights security issues
SPRINGFIELD — A fire at the shuttered Vibra Hospital building at 1400-1414 State St. on Oct. 28 was the most recent development in the city’s ongoing struggle regarding the property.
Town Council meets with new veterans service head
WEST SPRINGFIELD — During its meeting on Nov. 4, the Town Council met with Veterans Services Director Marc Massey to discuss the department since he took over a few months ago.
Agawam educators support AHS paraprofessional
AGAWAM – Agawam educators gathered in the gym at the high school on Nov. 4 to show their support for AHS paraprofessional Sonya Johnson by having a photo taken of themselves wearing “Sonya Strong” T-shirts. The photo was sent to Johnson, who is battling cancer, along with the poster that was signed by everyone in the photo.
Chamber’s annual Food Fest West returns Nov. 20
AGAWAM — The West of the River Chamber of Commerce’s annual Food Fest West will take place on Nov. 20 at Crestview Country Club from. 5:30-8 p.m., bringing in some great restaurants, eateries and new types of cuisine.
Multilingual learners from other countries rising in schools
AGAWAM — Agawam is a diverse school district that rivals some urban districts in terms of language and country of origin for students.