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Southwick Cultural Council requests return to $2,500 budget

Southwick Cultural Council asks town to restore funding to $2,500 after a records mix-up. Town Administrator Nicole flagged what appeared to be unspent grant allocations in past years; members explained the gap reflects grant billing that lands after the fiscal year closes, not unused money.

Holyoke Public Service Committee Advances Four Mayoral Board Appointments

Holyoke's Public Service Committee advanced four mayoral appointments to the full City Council in a busy January 15 session. Committee Chair and Ward 6 Councilor Juan Anderson Burgos, at-large Councilor Patty Devine, and at-large Councilor Howard Graney voted three to zero on each action.

East Longmeadow Board of Health caps nicotine pouch strength at six milligrams

EAST LONGMEADOW -- January 15, 2026, East Longmeadow Board of Health unanimously adopts tobacco regulations capping nicotine pouch sales at six milligrams per pouch. The 3-0 vote at the January 15 meeting, led by Chair Christine Johnston, sets a March 1, 2026 effective date and updates the town's

Ludlow Board of Health Grants Conditional Permit to Food Truck After Safety Violations

Ludlow's Board of Health voted unanimously to grant a conditional six-month mobile food permit to Mad Eats, a local food truck that appealed a non-renewal decision stemming from October 2025 food safety violations.

Southwick Agricultural Commission approves $85 banner ahead of Farmers Forum

Southwick Agricultural Commission votes 5-0 to buy an $85 anniversary banner as Town Hall closure clouds forum plans.