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My sympathy to the seniors

Although it was 30 years ago, I remember my senior year of high school well. I was one of those students who...

Last week began with Easter, ended with Thanksgiving and had Christmas in between. What? It’s the “new normal” where anything goes, so...

It’s been pretty quiet in my neighborhood. With the exception of chirping birds (hooray for spring!) and the occasional dog barking, I...

Hello Westfield, I hope you’re all staying safe and healthy during these difficult times. It is officially April, after what felt like...

What a time we are living in. And I don’t necessarily mean that in a bad way. Yes, this is challenging and...

I have ALWAYS appreciated teachers, but I have even more respect for them as I stumble through this new world with my...

As I write this column, it’s Thursday night. I’ve been sitting here with my laptop and a glass of wine waiting for...

As an alum of St. Mary’s, I am thrilled to see progress at the high school. Principal Matt Collins, his staff and...

It seems surreal that the last edition of The Longmeadow News was published last week. The weekly paid paper was under the...

The region was in an uproar last week when White Hut in West Springfield closed its doors abruptly. It was followed days...

Growing up on the south side of Westfield, my family usually gravitated toward Southwick for frozen summer treats. It was always special...

WESTFIELD – Westfield City Councilor Dan Allie has filed a resolution opposing TCI, the Transportation and Climate Initiative. “The motion will be...