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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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West Springfield Town Council approves proposed $134 million budget

By | Jun 10, 2025

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.


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West Springfield School Committee talks YONDR pouches, recognizes students

By | Jun 3, 2025

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.


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West Side celebrates annual concert series

By | Jun 3, 2025

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.


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West Springfield hosts public hearing for proposed $134 million budget

By | May 28, 2025

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.


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By | May 28, 2025

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.


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