NORTHAMPTON — The Taste of Northampton is back this year and expanded for a two-day stretch of good eats and drink on Saturday, Sept. 13 and Sunday, Sept. 14, all hosted in its original home at the Armory Street Lot.
EASTHAMPTON — Interim Mayor Salem Derby has introduced the “Keys to the City” program, a new initiative honoring individuals whose exceptional contributions have significantly enhanced the quality of life in the community.
SOUTHWICK — Randy Austin was appointed by the Select Board as the town’s director of assessment during the board’s Aug. 25 meeting and will be taking over for Sue Gore who is retiring after serving 32 years as the town’s assessor.
WESTFIELD — At the Aug. 25 School Committee meeting, in the Westfield Barnes Airport Conference Room, Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski presented his goals for the 2025-26 school year that began Aug. 28 for grades 1-12 and on Sept. 3 for preschool and kindergarten.
SPRINGFIELD — A recent tour through several Springfield business corridors has sparked City Councilor Sean Curran’s desire for sign and façade improvements across the city.