Letters to the Editor
Questions about middle school traffic
We had the opportunity to review the site feasibility traffic study that was completed for the new proposed Longmeadow Middle School and wanted to share a couple of things that stood out.
State should ban wild animal shows at fairs, carnivals
Massachusetts is known as one of the most humane states. Yet, despite the death of an ill elephant at the 2019 Big E, “The Circus Bill” is still in the House Ways and Means Committee as the end of this legislative session nears. H. 3245, sponsored by Sen. Adam...
Site is too small for middle school
After attending last weeks monthly meeting of the new Longmeadow Middle School Committee, we are now convinced, more than ever, that the only option being considered for a new middle school is to build a new school on the Williams athletic field.
Better options for middle school
I would like to address the issue surrounding the potential location of the new proposed Longmeadow Middle School.
Broadband bonding risky for West Springfield taxpayers
I write with deep concern regarding the recent decision to authorize an $11 million bond for a government-owned broadband project in West Springfield. Unfortunately, this decision to fund a pet project that has thus far failed to connect a single customer, after...
Agawam-West Springfield Hunger Walk was a great success
The Agawam-West Springfield CROP Hunger Walk held in April was a great success! Fifty-three walkers participated, and together with their churches, families and area businesses, a total of $8,616 was raised to fight hunger in the local community and around the...
Support the veterans memorial
The target date to begin construction of the East Longmeadow Veterans Memorial at 328 N. Main St. is scheduled to begin sometime between April and June of 2025.
Support Lam for Select Board
I served on Longmeadow’s Select Board for nine years and I am asking my fellow citizens to vote for Andrew Lam for Select Board on June 11.
Not seeking reelection
It has been a privilege to serve on the Longmeadow School Committee for the past three years. I had hoped to continue to serve in this capacity for another term, but I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer–expected treatment outcomes are very good.