The Westfield News
Health
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April officially becomes Parkinson’s Awareness Month in Westfield
WESTFIELD–When Westfield firefighter Greg Heath was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease three years ago, it came with not just a concern about...
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New England Challenge returns to Stanley Park
SOUTHWICK – The Old Colony Marathon kicked off at 5 a.m. on Friday morning. In its fourth year at Stanley Park, participants...
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Solid waste handler’s regulations nearing completion
SOUTHWICK – The Southwick Board of Health has been working since February towards establishing a solid waste handler’s program which addresses the...
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New Outdoor Challenges Await Campers
WESTFIELD-As trees were being cleared on the morning of May 17, Patrick Lusteg and Holly Allgaier were surveying the work that still...
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Swimmers Make Waves At YMCA Nationals
WESTFIELD-With the clock ticking, swimmers of the Westfield YMCA’s Wave Masters make the most of every workout and it has paid off...
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Board of health gives a determination on crumb rubber
WESTFIELD—After concerns of crumb rubber were made vocal to the city’s board of health, the board made a determination on future use...
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Private well testing reaching end of phase one
WESTFIELD—The sampling of private water wells is under way in Westfield and the first round of testing may soon be done. The...
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Make-A-Wish and the community help a child in Westfield
WESTFIELD—The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, along with Westfield firefighters and other volunteers are working to bring a 5-year-old’s wish...
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Bike Week to offer community events to residents
WESTFIELD – With National Bike Week starting today, May 13, Westfield continues its tradition of bringing the initiative to the residents of...
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After Helping To Save A Man’s Life, Ruth Bushey of Westfield Set Her Sights on a Career in Nursing
WESTFIELD– While growing up, Ruth DiLorenzo Bushey, MS, RN, IP of Baystate Noble Hospital, was inspired by a role model who greatly...
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Barnes aquifer protection suggestions discussed by city council committee
WESTFIELD—The city council’s natural resources committee officially received suggestions for zoning related to water protection from the Barnes Aquifer Protection Advisory Committee...
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Organ donation and its impact in Westfield
WESTFIELD—Over the past six years, the city has raised the flag in front of city hall and the fire department to remember...
