by Chris Maza | Aug 26, 2024 | Hampden County, Local Headlines, Monson, More Local Headlines
MONSON — At its Aug. 20 meeting, the Planning Board discussed the town’s approach to the Affordable Housing Act, reviewing a draft bylaw to regulate the legislation and noting changes to make prior to its final approval.
by Tyler Lederer | Aug 21, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Local Headlines, West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield will test its Southwick water treatment facility to see if it filters out certain varieties of PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.”
by Sarah Heinonen | Aug 21, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Longmeadow, More Local Headlines
LONGMEADOW — Members of the Middle School Building Committee hosted a meeting for the abutters of Williams Middle School on Aug. 15. The property at 410 Williams St. has been selected by the committee as the preferred location for the town’s future combined middle school. About 40 people attended the meeting, nearly all of whom were opposed to the project being built at the site.
by Tina Lesniak | Aug 19, 2024 | Hampshire County, Hampshire Hilltowns, Local News, More Local Headlines
CUMMINGTON — Night sky and nature enthusiasts can explore their passions at Arunah Hill Days over Labor Day weekend. The event features opportunities to explore the night sky, the sun and the Arunah Hill Nature Science Center.
by Trent Levakis | Aug 19, 2024 | Easthampton, Hampshire County, Local News, More Local Headlines
EASTHAMPTON — Following Police Chief Robert Alberti’s announced retirement due to health reasons on July 31, the city now is preparing its search process to identify a new candidate.
by Ryan Feyre | Aug 19, 2024 | Hampshire County, Local News, More Local Headlines, Northampton
NORTHAMPTON — The oldest ongoing fair in the country will return Labor Day weekend with a bevy of vendors and events that are both new and old.