by Dennis Hackett | Jun 28, 2024 | Dennis Hackett, Opinion
On June 20, the Northampton City Council voted down the fiscal year 2025 budget after three councilors voted against it because it did not include a requested 14% budget increase for the schools, as approved by the School Committee at a meeting in April. The 14% budget increase would have ensured a level-service budget and no cuts to positions.
by Letters to the Editor | Jun 25, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion
I write with deep concern regarding the recent decision to authorize an $11 million bond for a government-owned broadband project in West Springfield. Unfortunately, this decision to fund a pet project that has thus far failed to connect a single customer, after...
by Letters to the Editor | Jun 25, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion
The Agawam-West Springfield CROP Hunger Walk held in April was a great success! Fifty-three walkers participated, and together with their churches, families and area businesses, a total of $8,616 was raised to fight hunger in the local community and around the globe....
by Payton North | Jun 24, 2024 | Opinion, Payton North
Not to gloat, but so far, 2024 has been the best year of my life.
by Letters to the Editor | Jun 19, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion
The target date to begin construction of the East Longmeadow Veterans Memorial at 328 N. Main St. is scheduled to begin sometime between April and June of 2025.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Jun 17, 2024 | G. Michael Dobbs, Opinion
Ah, summer in Western Massachusetts and some traditional summer topics are emerging from the back of my brain.
