Hampden
Boards discuss interim plan for middle school until core program decision
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham Select Board and Hampden Selectboard have begun to lay out a plan intended to improve the conditions of Wilbraham Middle School until the Massachusetts School Building Authority gives a decision on the school’s acceptance into the core program.
Selectboard discusses potential changes in town health insurance
HAMPDEN — The Hampden Selectboard is discussing health insurance plans and costs after “taking a pretty hard” last year, according to Town Treasurer Richard Patullo.
Youth behavior study gives data on mental health struggles, substance use in HWRSD students
WILBRAHAM — Results from a 2025 Youth Risk Behavioral Study administered to Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District students show a staggering percentage of Wilbraham Middle School students struggling with their mental health.
Scantic River Artisans rings in summer with June art show
HAMPDEN — Scantic River Artisans is preparing for its rapidly approaching June show, featuring original art handpicked by a team of professional painters to ensure buyers a high-quality purchase.
HWRSD students attend One8 learning showcase in Boston
WILBRAHAM — Students in the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District recently expanded their STEM knowledge by completing hands-on projects and attending the One8 Applied Student Learning Showcase in Boston with Project Lead The Way.
Eight incumbents win new terms during Hampden election
HAMPDEN — The Hampden election results are in and show that not much will be changing within the town’s elected officials.
New district chef brings farm to cafeteria approach
WILBRAHAM — At a time when school cafeterias are being reimagined across the country, District Chef Cynthia Normandin is helping lead that transformation in the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District through fresh ingredients, local partnerships and scratch cooking that introduces students to healthier foods and new flavors.
Tina Lesniak
Hampden voters approve budget, vote down HWRSD capital costs
HAMPDEN — The town of Hampden conducted its annual Town Meeting on May 11, approving 18 of the 20 articles on the warrant.
Hampden election ballot finalized with two contested races
HAMPDEN — Hampden’s annual Town Election is coming up fast on May 18 and the ballot has been finalized, showing two contested races.
HWRSD awarded $30,000 for news literacy program
WILBRAHAM — Students of the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District will soon be given the tools to critically analyze the news and media with a $30,000 grant for a three-year fellowship program with the News Literacy Project. The News Literacy Project is a...