Hampden

The man behind Saint Joseph’s University hawk mascot dies at 91

By Laura Mason | Jul 24, 2024

The man behind Saint Joseph’s University hawk mascot dies at 91

HAMPDEN — Hampden resident and creator of Saint Joseph’s University hawk mascot James “Jim” Brennan died on June 21 at age 91 after a life of encouraging and uplifting those around him, his family said.

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By Chris Maza | Jul 24, 2024

Hampden Fire Department to host new cadet program for teens

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Fire Department recent announced it is accepting applications for its new cadet program from Hampden and Wilbraham residents ages 16-18.

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By Laura Mason | Jul 24, 2024

Hampden Conservation Commission rejects 530 Glendale Road agri-solar facility

HAMPDEN — The Conservation Commission voted against approval of the proposed agri-solar facility at 530 Glendale Rd., following a vote at its July 17 meeting with three votes against and one required abstention. After the vote, residents in the audience applauded...

By Laura Mason | Jul 10, 2024

Hampden selectmen discuss elementary school maintenance costs

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Board of Selectmen discussed whether to pay the recent maintenance costs at Green Meadows Elementary School during its June 24 and July 1 meetings following the discovery of an error in who was responsible for these costs.

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By Laura Mason | Jul 10, 2024

HWRSD commences school improvement plan presentations

WILBRAHAM — The Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School District began its school improvement plan presentations at its July 1 meeting with the first two school principals discussing recent achievements and specific goals for the coming 2024-25 school year.

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Wilbraham, Hampden whacked by strong summer storm

By Chris Maza and Laura Mason | Jun 26, 2024

Wilbraham, Hampden whacked by strong summer storm

On the afternoon of June 22, areas of Hampden and Wilbraham were impacted by a severe thunderstorm that swept through the region.

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By Laura Mason | Jun 26, 2024

HWRSD, Hampden selectmen discuss future of Thornton W. Burgess School

WILBRAHAM — During a joint meeting on June 18, the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee and Hampden Board of Selectmen discussed the future ownership of Thornton W. Burgess School.

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By Laura Mason | Jun 26, 2024

Hampden conducts public meeting on Master Plan process

HAMPDEN — On June 17, the town of Hampden hosted its first public meeting in its process of creating a new Master Plan to guide the town for the next 10-15 years.