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DHHS to offer ‘Kicking Nicotine’ six-week support group

DHHS to offer ‘Kicking Nicotine’ six-week support group

NORTHAMPTON — In an effort to provide the community with accessible tobacco and nicotine cessation resources, the Northampton Department of Health and Human Services will host “Kicking Nicotine,” a free six-week support group for individuals interested in quitting the two substances.


Towns announce voting information ahead of Sept. 1 primary

Towns announce voting information ahead of Sept. 1 primary

Ahead of the primary election on Sept. 1, Reminder Publishing has compiled a list of voting hours and locations in the area.


Longmeadow’s First Church of Christ to install granite bench for native Sept. 11 victim

Longmeadow’s First Church of Christ to install granite bench for native Sept. 11 victim

LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow community has rallied together to raise $3,000 in less than three days for the First Church of Christ’s installation of a red-granite bench in its memorial garden to permanently memorialize native Jean D. Rogér, 25 years after she died on Sept. 11, 2001.


DHHS to offer ‘Kicking Nicotine’ six-week support group

NORTHAMPTON — In an effort to provide the community with accessible tobacco and nicotine cessation resources, the Northampton Department of Health and Human Services will host “Kicking Nicotine,” a free six-week support group for individuals interested in quitting the two substances.

Towns announce voting information ahead of Sept. 1 primary

Ahead of the primary election on Sept. 1, Reminder Publishing has compiled a list of voting hours and locations in the area.

Longmeadow’s First Church of Christ to install granite bench for native Sept. 11 victim

LONGMEADOW — The Longmeadow community has rallied together to raise $3,000 in less than three days for the First Church of Christ’s installation of a red-granite bench in its memorial garden to permanently memorialize native Jean D. Rogér, 25 years after she died on Sept. 11, 2001.

Baystate Table Tennis Club hits 80th anniversary

LONGMEADOW — Longmeadow’s Baystate Table Tennis Club is celebrating eight decades of fostering a community of friendship and healthy competition for Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut table tennis players of all ages and skill levels.

Historic North Hall to host upcoming performances at arts festival

HUNTINGTON — The North Hall Association’s 2026 Historic North Hall Arts Festival continues with three remaining programs in August and September on the North Hall stage.

Puppolo and Oliveira make efforts to stop ‘persistent noise’ affecting Wilbraham residents

WILBRAHAM — State Sen. Jake Oliveira and state Rep. Angelo Puppolo have banded together to end a persistent humming and buzzing noise that has impacted the lives of Wilbraham residents for months, described by Oliveira as a “leaf blower left on in the distance.”

Big E Trust Strategic Advisory Committee forms in West Springfield

WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield plans to take a deep dive into the 30-year Big E Trust to “ensure it continues fulfilling its original charitable purpose for future generations,” according to a press release.

Wilbraham awarded $60,557 from Healey-Driscoll administration

WILBRAHAM — The Healey-Driscoll administration is awarding over $8 million to cities and towns across the state to fund energy efficiency and clean energy projects, with Wilbraham receiving $60,557 to fund energy conservation measures.

Pickleball court construction project at Whalley Park begins

SOUTHWICK — With no fanfare, unlike a formal groundbreaking ceremony, construction on the six pickleball courts at Whalley Park has begun.
“It’s great news,” said Chief Administrative Officer Nicole Parker.

Poetry book explores family, generational experiences

EASTHAMPTON — An old photo can flood your mind with memories.

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Latino Arts Festival to return to Springfield Museums

SPRINGFIELD — Ahead of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the Springfield Museums will host the fourth annual Latino Arts Festival in partnership with Mi Museo Committee. The festival, on Friday, Aug. 28, is free and open to the public.

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