Mayor Ken Nelson Jr. shares Enfield’s plans for 2025
ENFIELD — Looking at the year ahead, the town of Enfield has big plans in store for 2025.
Elementary school project moves on to next phase of application process
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The dream of building a new elementary school that combines John Ashley School with the John R. Fausey Elementary School has officially inched further into reality.
New Holyoke middle school to retain name, color and mascot
HOLYOKE — After a groundbreaking event in March, Holyoke’s new middle school is set to open next fall for about 550 students in grades 6-8 and have come to decision with a name and mascot that residents of the city may already be familiar with William R. Peck School.
Westfield approves MOU for ValleyBike in split vote
WESTFIELD — By the slimmest of margins, the City Council voted 7-6 on Dec. 19 to approve the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the city of Northampton and the city of Westfield to become part of the ValleyBike integrated bike share system.
Site chosen within Nonotuck Park for new dog park in Easthampton
EASTHAMPTON — After multiple years of discussion and debate, the Easthampton Parks and Recreation Commission has voted to approve a parcel within Nonotuck Park to be the home of a new dog park.
Public Health Nurse Jennifer Brown recognized for work
NORTHAMPTON — Northampton Public Health Nurse Jennifer Brown was honored by the Massachusetts Health Officers Association with the Sandra Collins Public Health Nursing award in December for her demonstration of exceptional dedication in furthering public health initiatives.