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So That Reminds Me: Michael J. Dias Foundation shares work

By | Sep 30, 2025

So That Reminds Me: Michael J. Dias Foundation shares work

On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” Lauren LeBel and I sat down with Michael J. Dias Foundation Director of Operations Robert Jaszek about the foundation’s work.


Dennis Hackett
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Hampden County jails featured in new docuseries

By | Aug 20, 2025

Hampden County jails featured in new docuseries

LUDLOW — The Hampden County Sheriff’s Office has collaborated with A&E on a new 10-part docuseries that follows 10 inmates reunifying with their families inside two Hampden County jails.


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So That Reminds Me: Oliveira talks budget season, federal cuts

By | Jul 22, 2025

So That Reminds Me: Oliveira talks budget season, federal cuts

On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” state Sen. Jake Oliveira sat down with co-hosts Chris Maza and Tyler Garnet to talk about everything going on in the Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester district.


Dennis Hackett
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Towns receive $200,000 from state for bridge repairs

By | May 21, 2025

Towns receive $200,000 from state for bridge repairs

WILBRAHAM — On Wilbraham’s side, it is known as Cottage Avenue, while Ludlow calls the same roadway Miller Street. Whatever name it goes by, the bridge that spans the Connecticut River and connects the two towns received a boost on May 16 as state Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow) presented a $200,000 earmark for the bridge on behalf of himself and state Reps. Aaron Saunders (D-Belchertown) and Angelo Puppolo (D-Springfield).


Sarah Heinonen
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Neal talks cuts to services at Ludlow Veterans Center

By | Apr 30, 2025

Neal talks cuts to services at Ludlow Veterans Center

LUDLOW — U.S. Rep Richard Neal visited the Ludlow Veterans Center on April 22 to meet with veterans and join a roundtable discussion of policies and actions taken by the Trump administration and the impact on local veterans.


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Local communities unite to crack down on dirt bikes

By | Apr 23, 2025

Local communities unite to crack down on dirt bikes

SPRINGFIELD — Holyoke, Chicopee, Ludlow and Springfield have joined forces with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department to continue pushing a “zero tolerance” policy when it comes to illegal dirt bikes and ATVs.


Ryan Feyre
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Mass. legislators explore Canadian hydropower as energy solution

By | Mar 26, 2025

Mass. legislators explore Canadian hydropower as energy solution

Nearly a dozen Massachusetts legislators recently traveled to Canada to strengthen the state’s relationship with Quebec and work toward a partnership to bring the province’s abundant hydroelectric power to Bay Staters.


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By | Feb 14, 2025

Local theater celebrates 40 years of curtain calls

LUDLOW — On March 22, Exit 7 Theater will have its 40th celebration Gala at the Ludlow Country Club from 6-10 p.m. The gala will include a red-carpet event. Guests must be 18 and up to attend. Tickets are $60 per person. There will be a dinner buffet, dancing, photo booth and multiple raffles.


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Electric buses on hold in HWRSD until fire cause known

By | Jan 29, 2025

Electric buses on hold in HWRSD until fire cause known

WILBRAHAM — A fire broke out at the Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative Bus Garage at 2045 Boston Rd. on Jan. 21. The fire, reported by a passerby at 1:37 a.m., involved four electric buses housed at the site.


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By | Jan 6, 2025

Annual 48-Hour Play Festival to offer theatrical tour de force

LUDLOW — Plenty of people are creative but Exit 7 Players want to know if they can be creative under pressure. Beginning Friday, Jan. 17, playwrights will have just one day to create a work for the stage, actors will have less than that to learn their lines and directors will have to make it all come together for the second Annual 48-Hour Play Festival.


Sarah Heinonen
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