Longmeadow
Longmeadow Public Schools strengthens security measures
LONGMEADOW — State Sen. Jake Oliveira and state Rep. Brian Ashe appeared at the Longmeadow Public Schools district office on Oct. 23 to present a ceremonial check for $75,000 to strengthen security measures across the district.
Longmeadow’s Maple Shopping Center celebrates grand reopening
LONGMEADOW — Nearly five years after a fire destroyed the 62-year-old Maple Shopping Center on Nov. 23, 2021, Longmeadow and the Pun family are beginning a brand-new chapter after celebrating the plaza’s grand reopening.
Longmeadow resident creates platform promoting bilingual music
LONGMEADOW — When Longmeadow resident Isa Traverso-Burger unexpectedly lost her job last year, she chose to see it as an opportunity to build a career out of something she loves to do most — songwriting.
Longmeadow MCAS results see decline, still exceed state averages
LONGMEADOW — While Longmeadow students outperformed their peers in the state on the MCAS, stagnant and declining scores have school officials taking a deeper look at where the district can improve.
Friends of Storrs Library Book Sale offering thousands of books
LONGMEADOW — After a multi-week book collection drive, the Friends of Storrs Library is preparing for its annual book sale for local readers to find their next favorite story.
So That Reminds Me: Oliveria returns for more hot button discussions
State Sen. Jake Oliveira made a return visit to Reminder Publishing’s bi-weekly podcast, “So That Reminds Me,” on Oct. 14. And during this visit, he was up for lively discussions on myriad topics, including the new Springfield courthouse, state funding reforms to better support communities, the Quabbin water use issue and much more.
Williams Middle School ‘Rocktober’ donation drive returns
LONGMEADOW — Longmeadow’s Williams Middle School Parent Advisory Council is holding another “Rocktober” donation drive through the month of October.
Ashe, Warren answer questions ahead of Nov. 3 election
The Nov. 3 election is rapidly approaching and Reminder Publishing reached out to both candidates for the 2nd Hampden District seat in the Massachusetts House of Representatives to answer questions.
Select Board hears benefits of Longmeadow’s Yellow Dot program
LONGMEADOW — The Yellow Dot program has officially made its way into Longmeadow, helping first responders and residents with rapid care in case of an emergency.
Friends of Longmeadow Music bring back karaoke night
SPRINGFIELD — The Great Longmeadow Karaoke Throwdown is back for a second year on Oct. 25.