Ware
Ware Planning Board continues to discuss two solar array projects
WARE — During the Planning Board meeting on Aug. 15, representatives from Melink Solar Energy discussed two solar projects that have been discussed since 2019.
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.
Chair: Ware Historical Commission must be realistic about Mary Lane
WARE — Residents can hope for the best but should be bracing themselves for disappointment when it comes to the final outcome for the former Mary Lane hospital property. That was the general message at a special meeting of the Historical Commission on July 22.
Communities gear up for National Night Out events
National Night Out is a community-building campaign that is run all over the country promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. It is typically hosted on the first Tuesday of the month of August.
Attorney defines challenges with Ware hospital issue
WARE — Attorney Patrica Davidson told the Hospital Review Committee, in charge of figuring out what is the next step in the story of Mary Lane Hospital, the closed facility has three major issues.
Ware, Palmer region to have methadone clinic
WARE — Last week, the Behavioral Health Network launched one of the handful of mobile methadone clinics in the commonwealth and the only such facility in Western Massachusetts.
Paws 4 Blue K-9 fundraiser returns bigger and better
MONSON — Paws 4 Blue K-9 will host its second annual Police K-9 Fundraiser on Saturday, July 20 — with a rain date of July 27 — at Westview Farms Creamery, 109 East Hill Rd., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ware Selectboard talks infrastructure, community development, environmental resilience
WARE — The Ware Selectboard met to address various agenda items and community updates on June 18. The meeting commenced with the announcement of Lewis Iadarola’s retirement from the Zoning Board of Appeals after 21 years of service. The board thanked him for his significant contributions.
Ware School Committee approves new high school principal’s contract
WARE — The School Committee approved the contract for new Ware Junior Senior High School Principal Derek Morrison at its June 20 meeting.
Area residents enjoy weekend of fun at Ware Veterans Carnival
WARE — The annual Ware Veterans Carnival returned to Memorial Field June 20-23. The event featured local vendors, food and drinks as well as carnival rides.