A Sad End For "Foxy"
Dog owners week long search for beloved pet ends in heartache...
Selectmen Critical Of Recent Personnel Board Decision
Personnel Board increases pay grade from a 4 to a 7 for dispatchers despite wage freeze. Selectmen vote to withhold pay increase pending consultation with town counsel...
Selectmen Discuss Possibility of Hazardous Waste Day
The purpose of the day would be to give the citizens of Belchertown an opportunity to dispose of their hazardous waste materials such as propane tanks, batteries, televisions, and motor oil.
Governors Budget For Local Aid Released
A couple of weeks ago Governor Patrick released his proposed budget for local aid. Although a final budget will not be approved until state legislators arrive at an agreement, town officials are using the budget as something to work with in preparing the Town of Belchertown’s budget.
Town Secures Nearly $150,000 For Energy Efficiency Improvements
Improvements to Lawrence Memorial Hall, Fire Station, and the Wastewater Treatment Plant should result in savings of nearly $20,000 per year.
EDIC Take Stance On Overhead Wires At State School Site
National Grid want to install poles and wires from Route 202 near the Senior Center...
EDIC News
Economic Development and Industrial Corporation meet with a potential new member, discuss security information provided to Division of Capital Assetts Managment, discuss future relationship with MassDevelopment, and interview attorney...
Selectman Alfred Roccanti to Run for Third Term
Last week Belchertown-News.com reported that Selectman Alfred Roccanti had yet to decide if he was going to run for re-election in May. This week this Belchertown-News.com is reporting that he has pulled nomination papers and will run for his third term.
Town Explores Relationship with Energy Services Company
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) Principal Planner/Section Manager Catherine Ratté recently met with the Energy Committee to discuss performance contracting with Siemens and the Town of Belchertown’s Green Communities Action Plan.
Belchertown United Church of Christ Considers Further Involvement With Habitat For Humanity
Pioneer Valley Habitat For Humanity Director MJ Adams met with members of the Belchertown United Church of Christ on Sunday, February 21...
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