By Daniel Jackson | djackson@repub.com SUNDERLAND — They came to Laurenitis Farm bearing reusable bags and cardboard boxes. A killing frost had set upon the land weeks before, shriveling sugar pumpkin vines, leaving orange gourds dotting a field next to…
by: Priscilla Ress Posted: Nov 6, 2025 / 01:32 PM EST Updated: Nov 6, 2025 / 01:32 PM EST (Mass Appeal) – In late October, more than one million Massachusetts residents who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) were left uncertain…
By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com HIP, a state program designed to help SNAP recipients buy fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farms and farmers markets, could provide some relief with SNAP funding expected to run out. “If they have even…
Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts (RTWM) announces its fund and food drive for its Bruce and Daydie Hochberg Thanksgiving Project. The Hochberg Thanksgiving project has been helping Western Mass. families celebrate the holiday with turkey and fixings since 2007. Read…
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Starting November 1st, SNAP benefits will not be issued due to the ongoing government shutdown, impacting many who rely on these services. The Springfield Rescue Mission is preparing for an increased demand for food assistance as…
Cheo Ramos, coordinator of the Center for Self-Reliance food pantry, and Kim Croce, former executive director of the Franklin County Community Meals Program, with food contributed as part of the Bruce and Daydie Hochberg Thanksgiving Project in a previous year…
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by: Claire Overton Posted: Oct 17, 2025 / 07:13 PM EDT Updated: Oct 18, 2025 / 08:41 AM EDT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts has begun preparations for its annual Hochberg Thanksgiving Project, aiming to provide meals for families…
by: Nick Antonakas Posted: Aug 6, 2025 / 06:18 PM EDT Updated: Aug 6, 2025 / 06:18 PM EDT CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – MGM Springfield and the United Way teamed up Wednesday morning for a good cause. Representatives from MGM Springfield were at…
by: John Budenas Posted: Aug 6, 2025 / 04:21 PM EDT Updated: Aug 6, 2025 / 04:21 PM EDT SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – While many teenagers count down the days to receive gifts for their birthdays, Springfield’s Bassie Baron continues her annual tradition of giving…