Neal witnesses chaos at Capitol building

G. Michael Dobbs
news@thereminder.com

WASHINGTON DC – Congressman Richard Neal, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, said the statements and actions of President Donald Trump on Jan. 6 “demonstrated his lack of interest in the institution of governance.”

Saint Lament Studio opens at Eastworks building

Angelica J. Core
angelica@thereminder.com

EASTHAMPTON – To kick off the new year, the Eastworks building welcomed its only tattoo shop, Saint Lament Studio in suite 126.

Sheehan announces candidacy for Holyoke mayor

Danielle Eaton
daniellee@thereminder.com

HOLYOKE – Holyoke School Committee member Devin Sheehan has announced that he will be running for the position of mayor.

Nonprofit works to clean up area of Jackson Street

Danielle Eaton
daniellee@thereminder.com

HOLYOKE – A group of volunteers dedicated to keeping Western Massachusetts waterways and fishing spots clean are working to clean up a part of Holyoke that has been overrun with trash.

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Celebrating National Bagel Day the only way we know how

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Discussion about Galecki featured at City Council meeting

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New barbershop owner plans to keep residents looking sharp

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West Side first responders receive vaccinations early

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Agawam parents organize gifts for class of 2021 graduates

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Chicopee resident offering animal training and grooming

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Easthampton Farmers Market to remain indoors through March

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Hunter rescued from water serves as ice safety reminder

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Westfield City Council denies transfer request to fight firefighter lawsuits

Batch Ice Cream to permanently call Longmeadow Shops home

Sarah Heinonen
sarah@thereminder.com

LONGMEADOW – This spring, Longmeadow will have a new spot to stop for something cold and sweet.

RiverMills Center starts tablet lending program

Carolyn Noel
carolynn@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE – Many senior citizens are feeling lonely and disconnected during this time of COVID-19 and social distancing.

Easthampton City Council approves tax agreement for One Industrial Lofts

Angelica J. Core
angelica@thereminder.com

EASTHAMPTON – A public hearing took place during the Easthampton City Council’s meeting on Jan. 6 to continue the conversation on an alternative tax payment, called a 121A agreement.

Ribbon cutting for Common Grounds

Sarah Heinonen
sarah@thereminder.com

WILBRAHAM – State Rep. Angelo Puppolo presented Hayley Procon and her mother, Kristin Procon, the new owners of Common Grounds Cafe in Wilbraham, with a formal recognition from the Massachusetts House of Representatives in honor of their new business venture.

Opinion

G. Michael Dobbs

Confederate flag in the Capitol reaffirms the evil it represents

G. Michael Dobbs
news@thereminder.com

As I was watching the coverage of the assault on the Capitol last week, there was a moment I burst into tears....
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Reflecting on the holiday season after one tough year in 2020

Payton North
payton@thereminder.com

What do the holidays mean to you?...
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Not to say I told you so, but, well ... I told you so

Chris Maza
news@thereminder.com

I wish I could say the past few days have been hard for me to get my head around. Unfortunately, it’s about what I expected....
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Agawam students remain in remote learning through Jan. 15

Ryan Feyre
rfeyre@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com

AGAWAM – Students of Agawam Public Schools will participate in remote learning through Jan. 15.

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MassDOT report gives three alternatives for east-west rail

G. Michael Dobbs
news@thereminder.com

WESTERN MASS. – State Sen. Eric Lesser, who has led the effort to establish east-west passenger rail in the commonwealth, said the recent report from MassDOT that identifies the best three alternatives for the project is “very, very encouraging,”...

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Farnsworth leaves Hampden for job with state public safety

Sarah Heinonen
sarah@thereminder.com

HAMPDEN – Hampden Police Chief Jeffrey Farnsworth is leaving his position with the town to pursue a role in state government as the senior policy advisor to secretary of public safety.

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Longmeadow School Committee discusses athletics, instructional model update

Miasha Lee

LONGMEADOW – Jan. 12 marked Longmeadow’s first School Committee meeting of 2021.

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Hopson: Gateway taking COVID-19 situation week-to-week

Amy Porter
amyporter@thewestfieldnews.com

HUNTINGTON – Gateway Superintendent David B. Hopson said on Jan. 8 that the decision to go to strictly remote learning Jan 8 to Jan. 14 was based on an increase to over 5 percent in COVID cases.

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HWRSD cautiously returning to in-person learning after break

Sarah Heinonen
sarah@thereminder.com

HAMPDEN/WILBRAHAM – Superintendent Al Ganem and Nurse Coordinator Teri Brand informed the Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee that the district would be continuing remote instruction on Jan. 11 and Jan. 12.

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Marcus Williams assumes presidency of Springfield City Council

G. Michael Dobbs
news@thereminder.com

SPRINGFIELD – City Councilor Marcus Williams is planning for changes for the council as he becomes its president.

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Granby to Go helps families during school closures

Danielle Eaton
daniellee@thereminder.com

GRANBY – Granby to Go is working to help families and residents in need during the coronavirus pandemic.

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What I’m watching: a fun new adventure sci-fi film

G. Michael Dobbs
news@thereminder.com

What I’m watching: a fun new adventure sci-fi film.

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