Ludlow
Festa returning for 76th annual celebration in Ludlow
LUDLOW — Our Lady of Fatima Parish is hosting its 76th annual Festa celebration from Thursday, Aug. 29, to Monday, Sept. 2, where thousands of people from the Western Massachusetts community and East Coast gather at-large. Festa takes place over the course of five...
Early voting available for Sept. 5 state primary election
With the September state primary election closing in, local voters have several options through which they can make their voices heard, even if they can’t make it to their polling place on Election Day, Sept. 3.
Elmcrest Country Club liquor license revoked by Town Council
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East Longmeadow Town Council voted not to continue the all-liquor license for Elmcrest Country Club during its Aug. 13 meeting as a result of the business’ noncompliance with town departments.
New restaurants, auto dealer receive licenses from Ludlow
LUDLOW — Several new businesses came to the Board of Selectmen for licenses on Aug. 6.
Ludlow to use casino mitigation to market itself, buy emergency equip
LUDLOW — As one of the municipalities immediately surrounding Springfield, Ludlow is one of 11 communities that is eligible for grant funding to offset the impact of the nearby MGM Springfield casino. For fiscal year 2025, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission awarded the town $244,900 for improvements and mitigation.
Forum participants skeptical of proposed charter changes in Ludlow
LUDLOW — About 50 people gathered at the Polish American Citizens’ Club of Ludlow on July 23 to hear the most up-to-date information about the proposed changes to the town’s charter and form of government and express their thoughts.
Ludlow selectmen allocate ARPA funds, debate park use policy
LUDLOW — The Ludlow Board of Selectmen approved six projects to pay for through the town’s leftover American Rescue Plan Act money, but more than $160,000 remains unencumbered. If not appropriated by Dec. 31, it will be forfeited.
Memorial golf tournament supports Ludlow youth hockey
LUDLOW — The 2024 Tony Costa Memorial Golf Tournament will take place on Aug. 25 at Westover Golf Course. Hosted by the Ludlow Hockey Association, check-in is at 11 a.m., lunch will be served and then a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. LHA Director of Fundraising Jeremy...
Rooney honored as Commonwealth Heroine
LUDLOW — Merrian-Webster defines a heroine as “a woman admired and emulated for her achievements and qualities.” Each year, the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women and state legislators seek out women who exemplify heroism through their contributions to their communities. For the 2024 class of 125 honorees, state Sen. Jake Oliveira selected Ludlow’s Laura Rooney.
Internet competition ensues as GoNetspeed arrives
LUDLOW — The big internet providers in Ludlow, like Verizon and Spectrum, may have competition on their hands. GoNetspeed, a relatively small internet service provider, recently finished building out a fiber optic network in town and is open for business.
