Ludlow
Ludlow Town Meeting rejects charter, OK’s battery storage bylaw
LUDLOW — Of the 12 articles brought before Ludlow’s Oct. 7 Town Meeting, five provoked debate and controversy, but perhaps none more so than the recommendations to change the town’s form of government. Voters rejected the measure 41-29.
Milleron: ‘Half the district doesn’t know I’m running’
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) is a well-known name in Massachusetts. Nadia Milleron is not, and as a candidate for the 1st Congressional District, she is outraged by that.
WestMass ElderCare partners with Delaney’s for meal program
HOLYOKE — Delaney’s Market will begin providing meals for WestMass ElderCare’s Senior Nutrition Program, which includes both home-delivered meals and Community Table sites, in a partnership of local groups that began on Oct. 1.
Ludlow selectmen lukewarm on marketing slogan, chair gives update on mills
LUDLOW — The Board of Selectmen got its first look at a marketing campaign designed to advertise the variety of features, entertainment and businesses available in Ludlow. The selectmen expressed positivity about the campaign but were not sold on everything John Guilfoil and Kristen Potter of John Guilfoil Public Relations presented.
Ludlow voters to decide on charter proposal, funding Whitney Park
LUDLOW — Ludlow will conduct its fall Town Meeting on Oct. 7 in the high school auditorium, 500 Chapin St. There are 12 articles on the warrant.
Westfield cruise night presents $2,500 to vet organizations
WESTFIELD — As the son of a veteran, Bruce Marshall supports missions of local veteran organizations, especially those that help veterans in need. That’s why he wrapped up the 2024 season of his “Cruisin’ with Bruce Marshall” car show at Hampton Ponds Plaza by presenting three local veterans groups with a donation.
Ludlow’s Haviland Pond blooming with blue algae
LUDLOW — On Sept. 13, a message was released on the Ludlow website stating that toxic algae may be present at Haviland Pond.
Selectmen, schools begin budget process with ‘hard conversation’
LUDLOW — At a contentious meeting between the Board of Selectmen, Finance Committee and School Committee, officials discussed the budget goals for fiscal year 2026, the School Choice program and transparency versus public opinion.
Sole Syndicate continues Harvest Fest tradition
LUDLOW — Sole Syndicate Brewing, formerly known as Iron Duke Brewing, will host its annual Harvest Fest on Sept. 28 from noon to 9 p.m.
Day for Kids event returns to Ludlow on Sept. 21
LUDLOW — Ludlow Community Center/Randall Boys & Girls Club’s Day for Kids is taking place Sept. 21 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Sponsored by LUSO Federal Credit Union and Country Bank, this free event will be filled with yard games, face painters, an inflatable...
