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West Springfield Town Council approves charter ballot question

By | Jul 29, 2025

West Springfield Town Council approves charter ballot question

WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Town Council approved 16 proposed charter review ballot questions during its July 21 meeting.


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By | Jul 22, 2025

4-H Youth Fair celebrates local talent, community spirit, learning

WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Hampden County 4-H Youth Fair returns this summer to the Eastern States Exposition on July 26 with a full day of hands-on activities, youth exhibits and community celebrations aimed at showcasing the talents and dedication of local youth.


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Local author pens nostalgic anthology about Scouting in the 1980s

By | Jul 22, 2025

Local author pens nostalgic anthology about Scouting in the 1980s

WEST SPRINGFIELD — Thinking back to childhood, many young people remember being a Scout — earning badges for building fires, swimming with friends and learning about leadership and teamwork.


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West Side’s townwide tag sale to return

By | Jul 22, 2025

West Side’s townwide tag sale to return

WEST SPRINGFIELD — If you have old furniture, clothes or other items taking up space in your house that you are ready to get rid of or you are looking to purchase one of those items as well, West Springfield is hosting a townwide tag sale on Friday, Aug. 1, Saturday, Aug. 2, and Sunday, Aug. 3.


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Eastern States Exposition unveils 2024 economic impact

By | Jul 15, 2025

Eastern States Exposition unveils 2024 economic impact

WEST SPRINGFIELD — A recent study found that the Eastern States Exposition economic impact on Hampden County was $235 million in Gross Regional Product and a “record-breaking” $1.167 billion across New York and New England in 2024.


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West Springfield Public Library kicks off summer programming

By | Jul 8, 2025

West Springfield Public Library kicks off summer programming

WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West Springfield Public Library began its summer reading program on June 18, and it will run until Aug. 2. This year’s theme is Color our World.


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West Springfield Charter Review Committee discusses potential revisions

By | Jul 2, 2025

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.


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Concerns rise over homeless community in West Springfield park

By | Jun 24, 2025

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.


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West Springfield students recognized for accomplishments

By | Jun 17, 2025

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.


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