Soto discusses joint statement affirming the rights of immigrants
HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua Garcia and interim Superintendent/Receiver Anthony Soto sent a letter to the community to ensure and protect the rights of all Holyoke residents and employees.
Chicopee observes Black History Month with flag raising
CHICOPEE — Even on the rainy and snowy morning, many gathered in Chicopee City Hall to observe Black History Month with a flag raising ceremony on Feb. 13.
Springfield City Council approves funding for new police technology
SPRINGFIELD — In an attempt to bring the Police Department’s technology into the 21st century, the City Council approved a funding package of $7.2 million to upgrade the department’s technology.
Springfield City Council passes resolution in support of all Liberians living in U.S.
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council unanimously passed a resolution during its Feb. 10 meeting that supports the inclusion of all Liberians living in the United States facing mass deportation and an emergency injunctive relief lawsuit.
Springfield St. Patrick’s Committee names Dziedzic colleen
SPRINGFIELD — On Saturday, Feb. 8, the Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade Committee announced that Ayslin Dziedzic of Longmeadow, would be this year’s colleen.
95-year-old retires from LPS after 50 years in the district
LONGMEADOW — It is not every day that state legislators praise and celebrate someone for doing their job. Then again, most people do not spend 50 years working for the same school department.