Better options for middle school
I would like to address the issue surrounding the potential location of the new proposed Longmeadow Middle School.
Displaying Ten Commandments in schools won’t change a thing
When I first lived in Springfield from 1957 to 1962, I attended kindergarten, first and second grades. I remember the school days starting for the first and second grades with the Pledge of Allegiance, singing a patriotic song and then a prayer, often accompanied with a reading from the Bible.
What is going on with Northampton Public Schools?
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.
Broadband bonding risky for West Springfield taxpayers
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...Agawam-West Springfield Hunger Walk was a great success
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....
A surprise to no one: another sentimental reminiscence
Not to gloat, but so far, 2024 has been the best year of my life.