by Miasha Lee | Dec 3, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Articles, Palmer
PALMER — The Palmer Historical and Cultural Center will host its 12th annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Festival on Dec. 6 from 4-7:30 p.m., Dec. 7-8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Dec. 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
by Ryan Feyre | Dec 3, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Articles, Springfield
The City Council voted on a reduced tax rate for residents, but people will still see an increase on their tax bills.Photo Credit: Focus Springfield SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council officially accepted a fiscal year 2025 residential tax rate of $15.68 per...
by Sarah Heinonen | Nov 26, 2024 | East Longmeadow, Hampden County, Local News, More Articles
EAST LONGMEADOW — For the third year, the East Longmeadow High School boys varsity basketball team will be collecting non-perishable goods for the Pleasant View Senior Center. However, the food drive is also an opportunity to enrich the lives of all involved.
by Tina Lesniak | Nov 25, 2024 | Local News, More Articles, Somers
SOMERS — Somers Human Services is running a Holiday Toy Shop, a toy drive for families who need help this season, to ensure that all Somers families have a joyful holiday season.
by Sarah Heinonen | Nov 25, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Articles, West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield flipped the figurative switch on Nov. 20, connecting the first customer to the municipal fiber network, operated by Whip City Fiber from Westfield Gas & Electric.
by Dennis Hackett | Nov 19, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Articles, West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD — On Veterans Day, all of West Springfield came out to show its support for veterans with a parade and ceremony at the Municipal Building.