Longmeadow’s infrastructure needs investment, says DPW director
LONGMEADOW — Longmeadow has an infrastructure problem. That was the takeaway from a presentation by DPW Director Sean Van Deusen to the Select Board at its Aug. 18 meeting.
Community Music Center to host annual open house Aug. 26
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Community Music Center is once again inviting incoming middle school students to its “Instrument Petting Zoo” and Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Russell Police Family Fun Day & Car Show slated for Aug. 23
RUSSELL — The Russell Police Association will host its annual Family Fun Day and Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Strathmore Park. Admission is free.
Southwick Select Board gets update on CDBG program
SOUTHWICK — After the Select Board learned last week there is money left over from a Community Block Development Grant that was used to upgrade Bungalow Street, the agency that administers the grant asked the board what it wanted to do with it.
Westfield Fair returns Aug. 15-17
WESTFIELD — Volunteers are gearing up for the 97th Westfield Fair Aug. 15 to 17 at the fairgrounds on 137 Russellville Rd. Admission is $15 — cash only at the gate — and $13 for seniors and veterans. Admission is free for children under 12 with an adult.
Garcia named finalist for Mayor of the Year by NREC
HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua A. Garcia has been named a finalist for the Mayor of the Year Award by the Northeast Renewable Energy Coalition, in recognition of his leadership and innovation in clean energy and community development.