Gem Marina asks Planning Board to convert boat slips to long-term
SOUTHWICK — The Planning Board closed a public hearing on a request by the owner of Gem Marina at 141 Congamond Road asking it to modify its special permit to allow it to convert four of its transient-use boat slips, which now total 16, to increase the number of long-term slip rentals to 28.
Westfield City Council approves $2.3M in free cash appropriations
WESTFIELD — On Feb. 19, the City Council approved a series of free cash appropriations totalling $2.3 million that had been requested by Mayor Michael McCabe, following positive recommendations from the Finance Committee, chaired by City Councilor Daniel Knapik.
Southwick snow removal costs rise but stay below last year’s total
SOUTHWICK — With one snow event after another over the last two and a half months, the DPW continues to rack up snow removal costs, but as much snow as the town has gotten, there’s a possibility the cost won’t exceed last year’s.
DCR acquires 218 acres in Blandford
BLANDFORD — The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation announced on Feb. 25 the acquisition of 218 acres of forested land in the town of Blandford, which will now be permanently protected.
Settlement negotiations between Westfield, police officers stall
SPRINGFIELD — The city of Westfield and 17 current Westfield Police Department officers have been unable to reach a settlement after the officers filed a lawsuit against the city alleging they should have been paid “regular wages” when attending the police academy.
Senate adopts legislation for call duty firefighters
WESTFIELD — It’s been said that words matter, and in the case of creditable service legislation filed by state Sen. John Velis, changing “the” to “any” will affect call firefighters across the state if adopted by the House and signed by the governor.
Frederick Harris among schools exhibiting ‘surge’ of academic growth
SPRINGFIELD — Each year, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education highlights schools that have achieved marked progress toward annual accountability targets.
Unity Basketball Nights return to Northampton this spring
NORTHAMPTON — Unity Basketball Nights will grace the city across five Mondays this spring, as children in grades 5-8 are invited to gather with community responders for evenings filled with athletic fun and pizza.
DCR acquires 218 acres in Blandford
BLANDFORD — The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation announced on Feb. 25 the acquisition of 218 acres of forested land in the town of Blandford, which will now be permanently protected.
Settlement negotiations between Westfield, police officers stall
SPRINGFIELD — The city of Westfield and 17 current Westfield Police Department officers have been unable to reach a settlement after the officers filed a lawsuit against the city alleging they should have been paid “regular wages” when attending the police academy.
Tactile experience allows people to experience painting in new way
SPRINGFIELD — An exhibit at the Springfield Museums allows people to explore an old painting in a brand-new way — with their hands.
Senate adopts legislation for call duty firefighters
WESTFIELD — It’s been said that words matter, and in the case of creditable service legislation filed by state Sen. John Velis, changing “the” to “any” will affect call firefighters across the state if adopted by the House and signed by the governor.
Frederick Harris among schools exhibiting ‘surge’ of academic growth
SPRINGFIELD — Each year, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education highlights schools that have achieved marked progress toward annual accountability targets.
Unity Basketball Nights return to Northampton this spring
NORTHAMPTON — Unity Basketball Nights will grace the city across five Mondays this spring, as children in grades 5-8 are invited to gather with community responders for evenings filled with athletic fun and pizza.
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