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Southwick Select Board releases security camera system draft policy

SOUTHWICK – At the board’s meeting on Oct. 5, Select Board Chair Douglas Moglin announced that the board had drafted a policy to set standards for the town’s security camera system, saying it was “something that had been brought up in a meeting several months ago.”

Russell awarded $1 million grant for culvert replacement

RUSSELL — The town was notified last week that it had been awarded a $1 million grant to replace a culvert on Blandford Stage Road and $150,000 to develop a master plan.

Westfield Planning Board denies special permit extension for Servistar data center

WESTFIELD — The Planning Board unanimously denied a three-year extension of Servistar Realties LLC’s special permit for the Westfield Data Center, citing a lack of good cause.

Rag Shag Parade, Brooms Up, Paddles Out, return with Halloween activities

EASTHAMPTON — The Rag Shag Parade returns for spooky fun on Tuesday, Oct. 27, alongside Brooms Up, Paddles Out, a coinciding Halloween event that also raises funds for the Easthampton Community Center.

DementedFX closes one of its attractions at city’s behest

HOLYOKE — DementedFX’s Haunted House, located at 530 Main St., has gained the attention of many people in Holyoke, the region and the country for many reasons.

Work Opportunity Center unveils mural celebrating its history

SPRINGFIELD — The fall foliage is not the only thing bringing color to downtown Springfield.

Bear Hole Reservoir race supports student environmental programs

WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield’s annual seven-mile race is returning to Bear Hole Reservoir on Nov. 7 to help fund the trail system’s upkeep and field trip opportunities for students.

Invasive spotted lanternflies threaten fruit crops, says city forester

SPRINGFIELD — There is no doubt that most people in the Greater Springfield area have seen a spotted lanternfly.

Church kicking off first community Praise and Pizza Night

AGAWAM — This Friday night, the Agawam Congregational Church will host what could become regular monthly contemporary services featuring live music, singing, prayer and pizza.

Uniroyal revitalization project continues thanks to One Stop for Growth grant

CHICOPEE — Chicopee is one of several communities that will benefit from the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s fiscal year 2027 Community One Stop for Growth program.

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