West Springfield
West Springfield officials and students celebrated in Big E parade
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Big E is officially in full swing until Oct. 4 and West Springfield received the kickoff celebration in the fair’s “salute to” series on Sept. 21.
West Springfield Town Council discusses e-bike safety, usage in town
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield Town Council President Michael LaFlamme addressed resident concerns about the recent uptick in electric bicycle usage in town, providing an update on a drafted town ordinance and his stance on the transportation method at the Town Council’s Sept. 14 meeting.
Sheriff’s Shuffle returns to Holyoke to benefit YWCA of Western Massachusetts
HOLYOKE — The starting line at Holyoke’s Ashley Reservoir is officially set for the 2026 Sheriff’s Shuffle 5K Road Race and 1.5-Mile Walk, an annual team up between the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office and the YWCA of Western Massachusetts to fight domestic violence.
STRM: Gulluni talks outreach programs, Springfield courthouse
SPRINGFIELD — On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” hosts Ryan Feyre and I sat down with Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni to discuss the DA’s youth outreach programs and the Springfield Courthouse decision, among other items.
West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame accepting nominations through September
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Nominations for this year’s West Springfield High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction class are officially open until Sept. 30 for athletes, teams, coaches or special contributors who have helped shape WSHS athletics.
CHD bringing primary care offerings to three Western Mass. locations
In an effort to reduce the deficit in primary care providers, the Center for Human Development has expanded services at three of its outpatient behavioral health clinics in Western Mass.
Fenton cites ‘geographic politics’ as Governor’s Council bid fails
SPRINGFIELD — Calling the results an illustration of “geographic politics,” Springfield City Councilor and local attorney Michael Fenton failed in his second attempt for the Eighth District seat on the Governor’s Council.
Neal one step closer to 20th term in House after primary win
SPRINGFIELD — Uproarious applause rang throughout The Cedars banquet room on 375 Island Pond Road as Pittsfield’s numbers appeared on the NBC News telecast just before 11 p.m.
West Springfield continues to support public-safety with funds from Gaming Commission
WEST SRPINGFIELD — The Massachusetts Gaming Commission is awarding West Springfield $132,900 through its Community Mitigation Fund, supporting public safety throughout the town.
Neal, Whalen have spirited debate before Sept. 1 primary election
CHICOPEE — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal and challenger Jeromie Whalen argued about corporate money, public appearances across the commonwealth and experience during their first head-to-head debate on Aug. 26 at the WWLP TV-22 Studios.