Health director who navigated Westfield’s COVID response dies
WESTFIELD — Joseph Rouse, Public Health Director who helped the city of Westfield navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, died unexpectedly on Friday, Jan. 10.
Comerford reinforces importance of constituents
NORTHAMPTON — Looking ahead to 2025, Reminder Publishing connected with state Sen. Jo Comerford (D-Northampton) to discuss her goals and priorities for a new session as she begins her fourth term in the position.
Hampden leaders discuss potential town offices move
HAMPDEN — Members of Hampden’s town leadership are considering repurposing Thornton W. Burgess School to house the town’s offices. At the second meeting on the topic, on Jan. 7, Selectboard Chair Donald Davenport went over several considerations.
Four contenders hoping to become Agawam’s new colleen
AGAWAM — Rachel Sills will perform one last — and important — duty as Agawam’s reigning colleen next month when she crowns one of four young women vying to succeed her for 2025.
Chicopee City Council discusses adding process to recall an elected official
CHICOPEE — During the Jan. 7 City Council meeting, the council discussed a favorable Rules Committee report regarding adopting a proposed recall provision for an elected official.
Public hearing for Goss Hill gravel pit scheduled for Jan. 21
HUNTINGTON — The Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a continued public hearing on a special permit for a proposed 4.9-acre gravel pit at 61 Goss Hill Rd. on land owned by William B. Hull Forestlands on Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. in Stanton Hall.