Agawam
Walks to highlight Robinson State Park’s biodiversity
AGAWAM — When people take a walk in the woods on Robinson State Park Day, they may come across ancient trees, special birds, unique creatures and aquatic organisms. Saturday, June 15, will be a day for visiting nature and hearing from environmentalists, in an...
Ballot question campaign pushes ‘Yes’ for Agawam HS
AGAWAM — Four Agawam parents have organized the Vote Yes for AHS Committee to advocate for and educate voters on the proposed new high school.
Art gallery website, gift shop helps Agawam students exhibit
AGAWAM — During her decade-long career as an elementary school art teacher, Stephanie Robinson has been aware of Artsonia, a website that features millions of examples of online student art portfolios, but only recently began posting student artwork on the site.
Agawam road, water infrastructure projects ramping up
AGAWAM — Agawam will be very busy this summer with road, sidewalk and sewer work, some of it on the major thoroughfares through town. “I expect it to be a busy summer,” said Public Works Superintendent Mario Mazza. For starters, the town is spending several...
Agawam HS teachers take ‘eye-opening’ look at education’s future
AGAWAM — A team of educators has spent nearly a year working on an initiative to reimagine what teaching and learning could look like at Agawam High School.
Memorial Day events planned in Agawam, West Springfield
West Springfield and Agawam will host Memorial Day events on several days over the next week to honor fallen service members. Both communities invite the public to participate in activities such as grave flagging, a parade, ceremonies and flag retrieval. On the...
Proposed $132M Agawam budget is 3.6% increase from FY24
AGAWAM — The goal of this year’s budget is to be as fiscally conservative as possible, while maintaining essential services, said Mayor Christopher Johnson. “The proposed annual operating budget reflects our best effort at preparing a fiscally-conservative budget...
Bartender at Murphy’s Pub in Agawam takes regional award for hospitality
AGAWAM — Brittany Houghton loves the vibe at Murphy’s Pub in Agawam. And when she is tending bar, patrons seem to love her vibe, as well. Judges recently agreed, and gave her the 2024 Howdy Award for Hospitality Excellence among workers at beverage establishments...
Company appeals to public for support of reform legislation
SPRINGFIELD — According to the president and CEO of a company that installs broadband systems in communities looking to offer residents a choice of internet service, the permitting process at the state level in Massachusetts takes on the average three years.
Agawam mayor calls HS costs unavoidable, sewer plans unrealistic
AGAWAM — The City Council this month voted to approve Mayor Christopher Johnson’s Capital Improvement Plan, which includes new elementary school roofs, intersection improvements and the high school building project. “I tried to simplify the plan from prior years,”...
