West Springfield
West Springfield Charter Review Committee discusses potential revisions
WEST SPRINGFIELD — At the beginning of April, the town of West Springfield announced the kickoff of its 2025 Charter Review Committee, in accordance with the West Springfield Home Rule Charter, which mandates a review every 10 years.
Concerns rise over homeless community in West Springfield park
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Two residents spoke out during the public comment portion of the June 16 Town Council meeting about ongoing concerns of homeless encampments at Lagodich Park and the Connecticut riverfront walkway.
Local cooling center locations with heat wave on the way
With hot days ahead, Reminder Publishing compiled a list of cooling stations available in local cities and towns for residents to beat the heat this summer. This list will be updated throughout the summer and as more cooling locations become available. If your town...
West Springfield students recognized for accomplishments
WEST SPRINGFIELD — At the West Springfield School Committee meeting on June 10, the committee honored Every Learner, Every Day essay contest winners and the Seal of Biliteracy recipients.
West Springfield Town Council approves proposed $134 million budget
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West Springfield Town Council hosted its second public hearing during its June 5 meeting for its fiscal year 2026 capital and operating budget, which is proposed to be approximately $134 million, a 4.54% or $5.8 million increase from FY25.
West Springfield School Committee talks YONDR pouches, recognizes students
WEST SPRINGFIELD — At the West Springfield School Committee’s May 27 meeting, the committee received an update that West Springfield Middle School will begin the implementation of YONDR pouches for student electronics.
West Side celebrates annual concert series
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield’s Morgan Road Pavilion and Eastern States Exposition will once again be home to one of the town’s most prized summer pastimes.
West Springfield hosts public hearing for proposed $134 million budget
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West Springfield Town Council hosted a public hearing during its May 19 meeting for its fiscal year 2026 capital and operating budget, which is proposed to be approximately $134 million, a 4.54% or $5.8 million increase from FY25.
Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame to welcome new members
The Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame will be inducting six new members who have made significant contributions to baseball in the region. The induction ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 5, at 6 p.m. at the Wyckoff Country Club, 233 Easthampton Rd., Holyoke.
Memorial ride to honor Eddie Perez on May 24
WEST SPRINGFIELD — On May 24, the streets will roar with the sounds of motorcycles and the hearts of a community determined to remember a life cut short.