• Early Voting Release 2020

    SOUTHWICK—Early voting will begin on February 24 and continue through February 28, 2020 for both primaries. Prior to the enactment of this new law, the only way a registered voter was allowed to vote prior to Election Day was through absentee voting. Although absentee voting will still be available for registered voters who qualify, only […]

  • Westfield State University to offer courses in phlebotomy, self-defense/Tai Chi, and human resource certification

    WESTFIELD—Phlebotomy, Human Resource certification, self-defense, and Tai Chi non-credit courses will be offered this semester through Westfield State University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Education.   Self-Defense and Tai Chi course starts February 26: An adult Self-Defense and Tai Chi course will be held Wednesdays from February 26 to April 22, from 6 to 7:30 […]

  • Events at Huntington Council on Aging

    HUNTINGTON—A Gardening Workshop presented by Adrianne Kunz will be held on Saturday, February 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Stanton Hall, 26 Russell Road in Huntington.  Topics will include: veggies, annuals, perennials, trees, & shrubs; when to start seeds indoors; seed starting indoors vs. outdoors; seed starting supplies; getting the beds ready; proper […]

  • Gardening Workshop

    A Gardening Workshop presented by Adrianne Kunz will be held on Saturday, February 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Stanton Hall, 26 Russell Road in Huntington. Topics will include: veggies, annuals, perennials, trees, & shrubs; when to start seeds indoors; seed starting indoors vs. outdoors; seed starting supplies; getting the beds ready; proper […]

  • Whip City Travelers 2020 trips

    WESTFIELD—There will be 3 casino trips: March 4 to Mohegan Sun, April 8 to Foxwoods and May 6 to Mohegan Sun at $25 per trip.   Other trips: March 2, Monday, Celtic Angels concert at the Aqua Turf with transportation, food and amenities included $90.   Four self-drives: May 11, Monday, a tribute to Englebert […]

  • Affordable Health Screenings Coming to Westfield

    WESTFIELD—Residents living in and around Westfield, Massachusetts can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. St John s Lutheran Church will host this community event on March 6. The site is located at 60 Broad St in Westfield.   Screenings can […]

  • The Big Broadcast! returns to Mount Holyoke College’s Chapin Auditorium

    HOLYOKE—The Jazz Ensembles of Mount Holyoke College present the 15th edition of The Big Broadcast! on Saturday, March 7 at 2PM & 7:30PM at Chapin Auditorium, Mount Holyoke College, in South Hadley, MA. Snow date is Sunday, March 8. Created and directed by Mark Gionfriddo, who is also onstage as “Matt Morgan”, The Big Broadcast!  […]

  • The YMCA of Greater Westfield 10th Annual Cook-Off

    Save the date. The YMCA of Greater Westfield “Chocolate, Chowder, & Chili Cook Off” fundraiser is Saturday; March 7, 2020, 11:30AM-1:30PM.   We’re welcoming chefs and owners who might be interested in promoting their business and cooking for a good cause. Chefs will have the opportunity to showcase their cooking skills by cooking either a […]

  • Greater Westfield Choral Association

    The Greater Westfield Choral Association is beginning rehearsals for their 42nd season. All singers are welcome, and no audition is necessary. Rehearsals take place in the Catherine Dower Fine and Performing Arts Center at Westfield State University on Sundays, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The performance will be at Second Congregational Church at 3:00 on […]

  • Southwick Senior Center Health Fair

    SOUTHWICK—The Southwick Senior Center will be holding a Health Fair, Thursday April 2 from 10:00am-1:00pm. There will be a variety of vendors and plenty of information to take home. We will also be selling a Bag lunch for $3.00 if interested. The Fair will be located in the Center at 454 College Highway. All are […]

  • Huntington COA roster of 2020 trips

    HUNTINTON—May 9: Red Sox vs. Yankees at Yankee Stadium. $129 luxury bus.   June 11: Vermont Vine to Wine Tour; visit to Yankee Candle, Honora Vineyards, & Grafton Cheese Shop; lunch & wine tasting at Honora Vineyards, Jacksonville, VT. $89 luxury bus.   June 17: Strawberry Festival featuring Dee Reilly; BBQ & show at the […]

  • Veteran names sought for addition to Southwick monument

    Southwick Veterans War Memorial as seen in November 2016 that features the additions of the Persian Gulf, Iraq, and Afghanistan wars. A new panel honoring non-native Southwick veterans is being created. (THE WESTFIELD NEWS PHOTO) SOUTHWICK – The town’s veteran’s organizations are seeking names to add to a new panel on Southwick’s Veteran’s Memorial monument. […]