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Ware artist’s work showcased at Suffield gallery

WARE — A collection of work by award winning artist Deborah Padden is featured this month at the Pinney Gallery, located in the Kent Memorial Library in Suffield.


New Ware principal gets to class early

WARE — Derek Morrison, the new principal at Ware Junior Senior High School was officially introduced by Superintendent of Schools Michael Lovato at the June 5 meeting of the School Committee. Morrison, who comes to the position after more than two years as...

Ware remembers those lost in service to nation

Ware remembers those lost in service to nation

WARE — On May 26, the Ware Historical Society had their 14th Annual Ware Remembers, honoring loved ones on Memorial Day weekend.


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Route 9 bridge dedication honors fallen hero

Route 9 bridge dedication honors fallen hero

BELCHERTOWN — On May 26, community members, local leaders and state officials commemorated the dedication of the Route 9 highway bridge connecting Belchertown and Ware, now named the Kenneth J. Iwasinski Memorial Bridge in honor of Army Specialist Kenneth J. Iwasinski.


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Ceremony honors Revolutionary War patriots

Ceremony honors Revolutionary War patriots

WARE — On May 26, the public and representatives from local organizations celebrated Memorial Day weekend at Quabbin Park Cemetery in Ware by honoring Revolutionary War patriots interred at the cemetery.


Ware’s Historical Society announces upcoming festivities

WARE — The Ware Historical Society has a myriad of events and activities planner this spring and summer.


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Ware principals share school updates with School Committee

WARE — During the May 8 School Committee meeting, the principal of each Ware school gave a brief presentation on updates within their building. Each highlighted ongoing programs as well as recent achievements in supporting students.


Belchertown, Ware partner in rain barrel discount program

BELCHERTOWN — Extreme weather and intense rain events have become more common in recent years. In August 2023, many New England communities experienced severe flooding when more than 6 inches of rain fell over a six-hour period. In an effort to mitigate future storm impacts, Belchertown and Ware have partnered with The Great American Rain Barrel Company to offer rain barrels to residents at discounted prices, helping homeowners collect the water, instead of letting it go down the drain.


Ware Town Meeting to address water infrastructure, bylaws

WARE — Water will be a major topic of discussion at the Ware spring Town Meeting on Monday, May 13.