The Westfield News
SWK/Hilltowns
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US energy chief: New England energy issues vexing
HARTFORD, Conn. — The nation’s top energy official delivered a blunt message Monday to a Connecticut audience of energy executives, regulators, environmentalists...
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Region sees hiring boost in key industries
WESTFIELD — Preliminary estimates show Massachusetts gained more than 8,000 jobs in March while the state’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.3 percent...
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Hilltowns to participate in drug take-back day
NORTHAMPTON (AP) — Nineteen communities in western Massachusetts will participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, when people are asked to clean...
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One month in, PVPC site being used regionally
SPRINGFIELD – Following the launch of the Pioneer Valley Data Portal last month, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission has been pleased with...
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Transportation bill approved
BOSTON – Construction projects could soon begin around the state now that the Senate and House have agreed to a final transportation...
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Board questions school administration increases
The Board of Selectmen questioned salary increases for the school superintendent and business manager included in the budget approved by the Southwick-Tolland-Granville...
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Senate to take up autism bill
BOSTON – The Massachusetts House is backing a bill that offers strategies for addressing the needs of the growing number of children...
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Legal arguments filed in casino appeal
PHILIP MARCELO, Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office filed legal documents in the state Supreme Judicial Court on...
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Donate Life Month marked
National Donate Life Month is being celebrated across the country throughout April, including right here in Westfield and Southwick. Flags were raised...
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Corps supports rafters on Westfield River
CONCORD – Controlled releases of water will be made by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District, from Knightville Dam...
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Southwick board considers $1 sewer rate increase
SOUTHWICK – The Board of Selectmen discussed a proposed increase to the sewer rate last night, but tabled a vote until next...
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Gateway Superintendent’s Corner
PARCC – the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers—involves a consortium of 19 states and has the potential to...
