Springfield City Councilors debate whether to mandate in-person meetings
SPRINGFIELD — A resolution by Ward 7 City Councilor Gerry Martin requiring councilors to attend meetings in person caused some fiery debate in the council chambers on May 18.
Half of Veritas Prep seniors to graduate with diploma, college degrees
SPRINGFIELD — Next month, the inaugural class of seniors will graduate from Veritas Prep Charter Public School.
CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars to award record $363,500
WESTFIELD — Board President Cynthia Neary said CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars will award a record-breaking $363,500 in scholarships to 137 deserving students at a ceremony on May 27 at Westfield Middle School.
East Longmeadow Farmers’ Market grows into a community tradition
EAST LONGMEADOW — Set against the backdrop of East Longmeadow’s historic train depot, the East Longmeadow Farmers’ Market has quickly become more than a place to buy produce.
Westfield-West Springfield Elks honor 19 for annual youth week
WESTFIELD — The Westfield-West Springfield Elks Lodge 1481 observed the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Youth Week with a recognition of accomplishments by area youth at its lodge at 56 Franklin St. on May 6.