DPW director talks water infrastructure, capital projects
WILBRAHAM — Voters at the spring Town Meeting will decide whether to approve DPW projects, including if the town should borrow up to $4 million for water infrastructure.
Agawam City Council authorizes SOIs for four elementary school roofs
AGAWAM — The town of Agawam wants to replace the roofs of its four elementary schools over the next few years, but first, they are asking the Massachusetts School Building Authority for funding.
East Longmeadow Town Council to continue Finance Oversight Committee use, with stipulations
EAST LONGMEADOW — As a decision on the fiscal year 2026 budget approaches, the East Longmeadow Town Council discussed whether to eschew the use of the Financial Oversight Committee or continue with past practices.
Southwick Select Board formally approves special permit for cannabis retailer
SOUTHWICK — The Planning Board’s decision to approve the site plan and special permit for the Pioneer Valley Trading Co. Tuesday was the culmination of a nearly two-year process to allow two recreational marijuana retailers to open in town.
Holyoke to send statements of interest to MSBA for school roofs
HOLYOKE — During its Feb. 24 special meeting, the City Council approved the next steps for the city and school district to potentially address roof replacements and capital projects across five schools.
Chicopee schools receive funds for expanded behavioral, mental health services
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Public Schools received $100,000 and Chicopee Public Schools Counseling Director Abbey Tenczar talked about the funds and how they will be used in Chicopee.