O’Dell Women’s Center awards grants to women empowerment programs
SPRINGFIELD — Eight Springfield area nonprofits have received grants from O’Dell Women’s Center to support programs that create opportunities for low-income women.
Roadway updates planned for Birnie Avenue, Arch Street
SPRINGFIELD — With foot traffic continuing to increase around the intersection of Birnie Avenue and Arch Street, the city is currently planning safety enhancements in that area to prevent any injuries or catastrophes from happening.
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.