Amy Porter

A $100,000 state earmark, combined with $400,000 from Westfield's Community Preservation Committee, will fund a major rehabilitation of Camp Shepard, replacing aging facilities with ADA-compliant structures and expanding public access.

WESTFIELD — Eric Weiss from Bowman Consulting gave a brief presentation at the Aug. 20 City Council meeting on the Safe Streets for All plan that his firm has been working on with the city's engineering department for 18 months.

Westfield Senior Center's sewing groups donated 47 handmade blankets and quilts to FACES at Westfield State University, supporting students with foster care and housing insecurity backgrounds.

WESTFIELD — Board members and student leaders of FACES at Westfield State University arrived at the Senior Center on Aug. 19 to pick up 47 blankets, quilts and handmade tote bags.

Westfield Middle School Principal Jesse McMillan tightened bike helmet policies after his daughter suffered a concussion in a cycling accident, using the personal experience to educate students on proper helmet use.

Westfield's two high schools adopted the Doorman app to limit classroom phone distractions while allowing students to keep devices on them and remain reachable in emergencies.

The 157th Blandford Fair runs Sept. 4-7, featuring a demolition derby, kids events, animal shows, art exhibits, live music, and dining over Labor Day weekend.

The Westfield Woman's Club celebrates its clubhouse's 100th anniversary with a fall season of events with a Roaring Twenties theme, including a free open house, dance performances, and a Gala Extravaganza raising funds for building restoration.

Westfield Public Schools adopted four strategic goals through 2028, targeting achievement gaps, literacy, social-emotional health, and campus maintenance.

The Butch Lewis Act secured $5.8 million for Roofers Local 248, protecting over 200 pensions that faced a 25% cut, with Congressman Neal credited for championing the legislation.