Picking up the pieces: how to help in the wake of Hurricane Helene
We’ve all seen the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene. Images of unprecedented flooding destroying homes and businesses across the southeastern states have dominated cable and streaming news channels, not to mention our social media feeds.
Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival to return Oct. 19
ENFIELD — Get ready to start this spooky season with the Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival on Oct. 19 at the Enfield Town Green, 820 Enfield St. from 4-8 p.m. with a rain date of Oct. 20.
Holyoke School Department opens up on process for addressing threats
HOLYOKE — In response to potential online threats made last week, Holyoke Public Schools released additional information about online school safety threats and how the department works in these situations.
Northampton Board of Health to consider ‘nicotine-free generation’ policy
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Board of Health is considering passing the “Nicotine Free Generation” ordinance, which would ban any tobacco sales in the city to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2004.
Hampden Fall Fest offers day of family friendly activities
HAMPDEN — Hampden’s 2024 Fall Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 12-5 p.m. at Thornton W. Burgess School on 85 Wilbraham Rd. and feature new attractions, such as hot air balloon rides.