Agawam

By Sarah Heinonen | Jan 7, 2026

Agawam swears in elected officials

AGAWAM – Agawam City Clerk Vincent Gioscia swore in Mayor Christopher Johnson, City Councilors Dino Mercadante, Robert Rossi, George Bitzas, Anthony Suffriti, Edward Borgatti, Anthony Russo, Thomas Hendrickson, Peter McNair and Christine Rickmon, and School Committee members Heather Zielenski, Shelley M. Borgatti-Reed, Wendy Rua, Michael Perry, A.J. Christopher and Dawn DeMatteo on Jan. 5

Sarah Heinonen

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Pastor pens book on humility and happiness

By Mike Lydick | Jan 5, 2026

Pastor pens book on humility and happiness

Daniel Cohen, the newest pastor at the Agawam Congregational Church, is the author of a recently published book on humility, “It’s Not All About You! The Secret Joy of Practical Humility.”

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Senior Center creates festive experience with ‘Snowflake Spectacular’

By Sarah Heinonen | Dec 30, 2025

Senior Center creates festive experience with ‘Snowflake Spectacular’

AGAWAM — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Agawam Senior Center, where scores of people were treated to the sights, sounds and experiences of the second annual Snowflake Spectacular.

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Historical Association to celebrate nation’s 250th all year long

By Sarah Heinonen | Dec 30, 2025

Historical Association to celebrate nation’s 250th all year long

AGAWAM — The Agawam Historical Association is gearing up for a year of celebrations and programs to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding.

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Agawam City Council bids farewell to three councilors

By Peter Tuohy | Dec 22, 2025

Agawam City Council bids farewell to three councilors

AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council meeting on Dec. 15 served as the final one for councilors Gerald Smith, Peter Smus and Maria Valego, who were beaten in their races in the 2025 election.

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Year in Review: Looking back at Agawam and West Springfield in 2025

By Chris Maza | Dec 22, 2025

Year in Review: Looking back at Agawam and West Springfield in 2025

2025 was a busy year for Agawam and West Springfield. Between the Big E and elections there is plenty to look back on as Reminder Publishing takes a look in the rearview mirror with 2026 just days away.

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Agawam High School abuzz over arrival of therapy dog

By Mike Lydick | Dec 17, 2025

Agawam High School abuzz over arrival of therapy dog

AGAWAM — Thanks to the passion and determination of one teacher, the high school has its first therapy dog.

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Agawam City Council sets tax factor, tax rate of $14.10

By Sarah Heinonen | Dec 10, 2025

Agawam City Council sets tax factor, tax rate of $14.10

AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council voted Dec. 1 to set a split tax rate, with the average residential tax bill set to increase by $156 and businesses shouldering a larger burden.

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Collaboration creates inspiring poems, artwork

By Mike Lydick | Dec 10, 2025

Collaboration creates inspiring poems, artwork

AGAWAM — Students at Agawam High School had an inspiring day on Dec. 4 when the creative skills of students in English and art classes were showcased.