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Spotting Scams: Four Critical Warning Signs
In today’s digital age, scams have become increasingly prevalent, affecting anyone regardless of age or experience. Scammers employ sophisticated tactics to deceive individuals and steal money, personal information, or both. To protect yourself, it’s essential to be aware of certain red flags and best practices to avoid falling victim to these scams. This article will…
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Registration Open for Holyoke Community College Summer Youth Programs
HOLYOKE — Registration is now open for 2025 Summer Youth Programs at Holyoke Community College. Starting July 7 and running through August 8, HCC will offer 19 week-long, in-person summer programs – and many more online – for youth aged 8 to 17. For more than 40 years, HCC has offered fun, challenging summer education…
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Raising Your Child—Don’t Barbie-fy Them
It is important that we teach our child to have an open mind and to be accepting of differences—all the while teaching them to embrace their own uniqueness. It is equally as important we teach our child to think critically about information, whether it comes from us, from friends and relatives, the media (especially social…
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Excellence and Elevation: Celebrating Educators and Elevating Voices
In Springfield Public Schools, we believe that excellence in education is not just a goal—it is a standard that our educators uphold every day. This year, we proudly celebrate 21 outstanding educators who have been named recipients of the 2024 Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award. These honorees are being recognized not just for their…
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Can You Dig it?: 7 Springtime Mistakes
Welcome back to Can You Dig It?, the original farming and planting guide to help you avoid the sad look on your face as you watch all your hard work fade into oblivion. With summer around the corner, spring is that brief moment where you lay the foundation for the rest of your summer, so…











