HOLYOKE — Housing affordability, gentrification and the potential displacement of longtime residents were among the issues discussed June 3 as Governor Maura Healey’s Advisory Council on Latino Empowerment launched its statewide community tour with a housing-focused forum in Holyoke.
NORTHAMPTON — The Department of Health and Human Services is looking for a new Hampshire HOPE coordinator after the position recently became vacant.
LONGMEADOW — June marks the beginning of construction preparation for the new unified Longmeadow Middle School, a job that is expected to wrap up by fall 2028.
NORTHAMPTON — With about a year to go before an override vote pierces Northampton, the City Council approved Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra’s $152.5 million budget for fiscal year 2027 during its June 4 meeting.
NORTHAMPTON — The Senior Center is presenting senior artists with an opportunity to have their work displayed inside the center’s hallway gallery through a series of solo shows set to begin in October and run until September of next year.
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield families showed up in droves to support 22 refugee students from all around the globe, recognizing them for sharing stories of courage, perseverance and resilience.