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Hampden Selectboard approves appointments, discusses equipment - The Reminder

HAMPDEN — The town of Hampden approved three new full-time members for the Conservation Commission, bringing the number of voting members to six. Associate commission members Eric Ainsworth, Joe Zinno and Marilyn D’Agostino asked to be made voting commissioners on Sept. 2. Conservation Commission Administrative Assistant Bonnie Geromini said it would be easier to reach a quorum with six members and said the three had been active on the commissio…Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

Update: Tornado with quarter-sized hail possible in Hampden and Hampshire counties Saturday – take cover now

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The National Weather Service released an updated tornado warning at 2:41 p.m. on Saturday in effect until 3 p.m. for Hampden and Hampshire counties.Quarter-sized hail (1 inch) is expected with the incoming storm.Tornado · Hampden Read Article

This WMass county sees largest budget deficit of state’s sheriffs

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If approved, Healey’s request would raise projected spending of $720 million in the core Sheriff’s Departments’ funding accounts by 22% for fiscal 2025, according to a State House News Service analysis of the governor’s recent proposal.Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

Municipalities grateful for added road aid to tackle large backlog - The Reminder

Cities and towns across the commonwealth will receive an unexpected increase in their state aid for roadways, a welcomed relief in a particularly tight fiscal year. Gov. Maura Healey recently signed a $300 million Chapter 90 bond bill, providing about 50% more to municipalities than in previous years. Additionally, the state has allocated $80 million for roadways from Fair Share funding — a 4% tax surcharge on income over $1 million. Since 2012,…Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

People in Business: Aug. 18, 2025

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John Doleva, president and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, was presented the Hooplandia Leadership Award at this years tournament. Mark Cress of Bulkley Richardson, the sponsor of the award, presented Doleva with this honor at a midday reception on during the event.Business · Hampden Read Article

Hampden police chief search underway - The Reminder

HAMPDEN — The town of Hampden received applications for 12 people seeking to fill the police chief position vacated by Scott Trombly on July 17. Town Administrator Brian Domina said that the applications had been turned over to the firm Public Safety Consultants, which is running the search for the town. The firm will narrow the field to four or five candidates who will be sent to a public safety assessment center. Trombly is continuing to serve…Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

Update: The severe thunderstorm warning for Hampden County is forecast to expire at 6:30 p.m.

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The warning was active for Hampden County."The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However gusty winds are still possible with this thunderstorm," according to the National Weather Service.Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

Scott Trombly to serve as Hampden's interim police chief - The Reminder

HAMPDEN — The Hampden Selectboard signed a contract with Police Chief Scott Trombly, who is retiring from the position on July 17, to serve as the interim chief until the search for his replacement is complete. The conditions of the month-to-month contract included the inclusion of bereavement time and paid holidays, and keeping the chief’s vehicle throughout his period as interim chief. Trombly agreed to act as interim with a hard end in Septem…Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

Update: The flash flood warning for Hampden and Hampshire counties is predicted to expire at 9 p.m.

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The warning was in place for Hampden and Hampshire counties."The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures. A Flood Watch remains in effect until midnight for portions of northern Connecticut and western Massachusetts," according to the National Weather Service.National Weather Service · Hampden Read Article

Vanderleeden wins Hampden Selectboard seat, Prop. 2½ override passes - The Reminder

HAMPDEN — Erik Vanderleeden won the Selectboard seat left vacant by the April resignation of former member Craig Rivest. With 405 votes, Vanderleeden bested his opponent, Kathy Pessolano, who saw 105 ballots cast in the June 23 special election.Hampden, Massachusetts · Hampden Read Article

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Hampden Selectboard approves appointments, discusses equipment - The Reminder

Update: Tornado with quarter-sized hail possible in Hampden and Hampshire counties Saturday – take cover now

This WMass county sees largest budget deficit of state’s sheriffs

Municipalities grateful for added road aid to tackle large backlog - The Reminder

People in Business: Aug. 18, 2025

Hampden police chief search underway - The Reminder

Update: The severe thunderstorm warning for Hampden County is forecast to expire at 6:30 p.m.

Scott Trombly to serve as Hampden's interim police chief - The Reminder

Update: The flash flood warning for Hampden and Hampshire counties is predicted to expire at 9 p.m.

Vanderleeden wins Hampden Selectboard seat, Prop. 2½ override passes - The Reminder

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Hampden Selectboard approves appointments, discusses equipment - The Reminder

Update: Tornado with quarter-sized hail possible in Hampden and Hampshire counties Saturday – take cover now

This WMass county sees largest budget deficit of state’s sheriffs

Municipalities grateful for added road aid to tackle large backlog - The Reminder

People in Business: Aug. 18, 2025

Hampden police chief search underway - The Reminder

Update: The severe thunderstorm warning for Hampden County is forecast to expire at 6:30 p.m.

Scott Trombly to serve as Hampden's interim police chief - The Reminder

Update: The flash flood warning for Hampden and Hampshire counties is predicted to expire at 9 p.m.

Vanderleeden wins Hampden Selectboard seat, Prop. 2½ override passes - The Reminder