Hatfield names Andrew Levine as new town administrator
HATFIELD — During its regular meeting on Oct. 15, the Hatfield Select Board announced that Andrew Levine will become Hatfield’s new town administrator.
Chicopee FD celebrates two long awaited capital improvement project
CHICOPEE — On Oct. 23, the Chicopee Fire Department invited Mayor John Vieau, the City Council and public safety officers to fire house No. 5 to celebrate two capital improvement projects.
Chicopee hoists flag to raise breast cancer awareness
CHICOPEE — On Oct. 11, many gathered in Chicopee to experience the Breast Cancer Awareness flag raising ceremony and show their support.
‘Humble’ Athas appreciative of honorary street sign
SPRINGFIELD — Stephen Athas, 75, is no middle-of-the-road guy, that’s why they named a street after him in Springfield.
Warren, Velis host roundtable discussion on veteran suicide rates
HOLYOKE — A roundtable on the continuously rising rates of veteran suicide took place at Holyoke Community College on Oct. 24 as U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) and state Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield) hosted the discussion amongst local and statewide providers.
Hilltowns vigil commits to making domestic violence a thing of the past
HUNTINGTON — The annual Hilltown Domestic Violence Awareness Vigil was observed inside Stanton Hall on Oct. 16. As community members entered, they were encouraged to sign a banner and write a message on a prayer flag to victims of domestic violence, which were then attached to clotheslines across the stage.