WESTFIELD — For years, the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission has been developing a vision for improving operations at its West Parish Water Treatment Plant, but as U.S. Sen. Ed Markey noted, “A vision without funding is a hallucination.”| The Reminder
SPRINGFIELD — The rain could not dampen the spirit in Springfield on Sunday, Oct. 13 as some of the world’s biggest and brightest basketball stars shined in a gathering and celebration at Symphony Hall for the 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony.| The Reminder
MONSON — At its Aug. 20 meeting, the Planning Board discussed the town’s approach to the Affordable Housing Act, reviewing a draft bylaw to regulate the legislation and noting changes to make prior to its final approval.| The Reminder
LUDLOW — Our Lady of Fatima Parish is hosting its 76th annual Festa celebration from Thursday, Aug. 29, to Monday, Sept. 2, where thousands of people from the Western Massachusetts community and East Coast gather at-large.| The Reminder
SPRINGFIELD — A new restaurant has opened in the heart of Forest Park. The Farmer’s House at 600 Belmont St. promises “a delicious and inviting dining experience for families.”| The Reminder
MONSON — The School Committee approved at its July 17 meeting the job description for its new Monson High School dean of students/director of counseling position, which will effectively replace the previous assistant principal position.| The Reminder
HAMPDEN — The Hampden Fire Department recent announced it is accepting applications for its new cadet program from Hampden and Wilbraham residents ages 16-18.| The Reminder
WARE — Residents can hope for the best but should be bracing themselves for disappointment when it comes to the final outcome for the former Mary Lane hospital property. That was the general message at a special meeting of the Historical Commission on July 22.| The Reminder