West Side Town Council bids farewell to departing members
WEST SPRINGFIELD — During the West Springfield Town Council meeting on Dec. 15, Town Council members praised the departing members for their public service.
Yoga, D&D among regular Lilly Library events in 2026
NORTHAMPTON — With the new year right around the corner, Lilly Library wants to remind the public of its offerings and weekly events that are further establishing the library building as a space for the community.
Educators vote ‘no confidence’ in Holyoke School Committee’s bargaining team
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Teachers Association hosted a press conference on Dec. 17 to announce that members of the HTA overwhelmingly voted no confidence in the School Committee’s bargaining team following months of stalled negotiations.
25th Russell Parade of Lights was ‘bigger and better’
RUSSELL — The 25th Russell Parade of Lights organizer Missy Castro, chair of the Recreation Committee, said the cold did not deter anyone from coming out to watch on Dec. 13.
Wilbraham Select Board appoints two police officers to Police Department
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham Select Board interviewed and appointed Ostaquio Rodrigues and Nicholas Cervizzi to the Wilbraham Police Department in its Dec. 15 meeting. Police Chief Edward Lennon presented the candidates to the Select Board.
Agawam City Council bids farewell to three councilors
AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council meeting on Dec. 15 served as the final one for councilors Gerald Smith, Peter Smus and Maria Valego, who were beaten in their races in the 2025 election.