Wilbraham
Wilbraham tax rate decreases, Select Board considers HERO Act
WILBRAHAM — Historically, Wilbraham has used a single tax rate, with all property owners paying the same amount per $1,000 of property value. On Nov. 4, the Select Board chose to continue the practice for fiscal year 2026.
The Guilty Grape officially opens in Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — Local wine and beer store The Guilty Grape has officially opened its doors to customers.
Springfield Thunderbirds host annual School Day Game
SPRINGFIELD — Thousands of area school children had the opportunity to see the Springfield Thunderbirds play their annual School Day Game with a 10:30 a.m. puck drop on Nov. 6.
Neal defeats activist opponent, secures 19th term in House
The morning after the Nov. 5 election, while control of the U.S. House of Representatives was still in the air, the outcome in Massachusetts’ First Congressional District was clear. U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) won a 19th term, his sixth representing the westernmost district in the state.
Friends of Wilbraham Seniors to celebrate Holiday Bazaar in new center
WILBRAHAM — After years of fundraising, this year’s Friends of the Wilbraham Seniors annual Holiday Bazaar will be hosted in the town’s new Senior Center, located at 250 Springfield St. behind the town offices.
Springfield art exhibit reflects effort to cope with grief
SPRINGFIELD — The use of art to express feelings of grief is the reason for the second annual exhibit of art made by participants in the peer-support programs offered by Rick’s Place in Wilbraham.
Town clerks lay out what to expect for the Nov. 5 state election
With the Nov. 5 election in a few days, towns and residents are in the final stages of preparing for the upcoming state and presidential election.
Dates and locations to know for the election in East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, Hampden and Wilbraham
On Nov. 5, residents will have their final opportunity to vote in this year’s state and presidential election.
Wilbraham Select Board tabs new fire captain, library trustee
WILBRAHAM – During the Select Board meeting on Oct. 21, a new fire captain was named, and a vacant library trustee position was filled.
Warren, Deaton spar in debate ahead of U.S. Senate election
SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) and John Deaton, her challenger for the Massachusetts Senate seat, sparred in a contentious debate in Springfield on Oct. 17.