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The Scantic Valley YMCA in Wilbraham will create two dedicated pickleball courts by converting part of its parking area while keeping space for members.

Paving is set to start this week after state Rep. Angelo Puppolo secured funding.

Greenfield Cooperative Bank was recognized by Banker & Tradesman with a 2026 Fast 50 Award for its lending growth (ranked third in dollar volume and 13th in commercial loans) as it supports local businesses.

Springfield Museums and the Mi Museo Committee will host the free fourth annual Latino Arts Festival on Aug.

28, featuring a DJ, dance performance, hands-on artmaking, guided tours of Latino exhibits, and a 3:30 p.m. lecture by Smithsonian curator Ariana A. Curtis on local influence.

An online lottery player in Springfield won $25K playing 'The Lamp' game over the weekend.

At least 560 prizes were claimed statewide, with nine winners in Springfield.

Thousands of Springfield and Holyoke students started school Monday, marking the launch of Springfield Public Schools' Innovation School Zone - uniting eight schools with flexible, student-centered practices and a theme of 'Good News Starts With Belief,' said Superintendent Sonia Dinnall.

Square One will use a $100k grant from the MassMutual Foundation to expand its YouthWorks and Learn & Earn programs.

A renovation is underway at a donated building adjacent to its early learning center in South End, offering local youth essential career training opportunities.

MassWildlife announced that Everose (Eve) Schlüter will serve as its new director, becoming the first woman to lead the state agency focused on wildlife conservation and habitat protection.

Schlüter brings nearly two decades of expertise and will work with staff and community partners to expand wildlife recreation opportunities.

Licensed family therapist Jasmine Jones says back-to-school changes can bring anxiety for students and urges parents to watch for warning signs like low self-esteem and stomach aches (including headaches and sleep troubles) while adjusting routines and screen time; more guidance will be featured in the upcoming Parenting Playbook episode.

The Red Sox came from behind to win a 5-4 game and sweep the Giants at Fenway Park on Sunday — standout plays from Nick Sogard and rookie Jake Bennett helped boost the team's record.

A recent recap reviewed last year’s fall championships in high school sports, highlighting wins in volleyball, soccer and field hockey across Western Mass.

Multiple local teams defended titles and earned first crowns in regional competitions.