Hampden

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.

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Westfield, Sharon young writers inspire Littleville Elementary students

By Amy Porter | Jun 19, 2024

By Sarah Heinonen | Jun 17, 2024

Council of Jewish Women awards $70K in scholarships

Nearly 50 students will have an easier time paying for college this fall with scholarships totaling $70,000 from the Springfield Council of Jewish Women.