Magazine Archive
Magazine Archive
Take Your Family Vacation to the Next Level!
Looking to elevate your next family vacation? Stop doing everything the masses are doing and start thinking bigger. There is a whole world to see, and only a short time to do it. Like we say at We Do Travel Right: Life is short, take the trip.
The Rising Price of Insurance… Explained
If you recently purchased auto and home insurance, you may have seen a dramatic increase in your premiums. It’s so prolific it’s making national news. Many of you are asking the question why. Some of you have never even put in a claim yet your premiums continue to rise. In an attempt not to bore you with insurance speak I will try and educate you as to why this is happening.
PARTNER POWER: Meet Ronnie’s Partner Rich Alpert
Rich Alpert was born in upstate New York, graduated from Hobart College and received a Ph.D. from Harvard in Political Science. When Hampshire College was created in 1970, Rich came to Amherst and was soon the Associate Dean of Faculty and Dean of Strategic Planning. After working at Hampshire, Alpert worked with an educational testing company. From there, he spent over a quarter of a century as the owner, and operator of Diversity Resources, a publishing company to create and distribute multicultural and diversity educational training materials.
LEARNING LONGMEADOW’S HISTORY: The Storrs House
THE STORRS HOUSE was built in 1786 for the Reverend Richard Salter Storrs, the second pastor of the First Church of Christ in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. His home was built on ministerial property and stood on the land in front of our present town library. Three generations of the Storrs family lived in the house.
UPS Longmeadow - Locally Owned for 25 Years
Not everyone realizes that UPS Stores are all individually owned locations, my family has owned the one here in Longmeadow since 1999! It has been our pleasure helping the community - and growing up in Longmeadow for more than 25 years!
Wenonah to The World: John Hanifin & His Music
“Longmeadow is such a beautiful town, there really is no other town like it. It holds a special place in my heart as I grew up here and I know I will always consider it my home, no matter where I end up.”
The Hanifin family’s roots in Longmeadow dates back to the 1800’s when the Hanifin’s had a farm down in what is now called “The Meadows” and a house on Longmeadow Street.
Market Projections: Navigating the Real Estate Landscape During an Election Year
As the presidential election approaches, the real estate market tends to experience notable shifts that can impact both buyers and sellers. Understanding these patterns is crucial for making informed decisions. Here's an in-depth look at market projections and trends based on historical data during election years.
College Prep: Start in Middle School!
For many, twelve years of formal schooling culminates in trips to the mailbox to find out which colleges one will attend in the fall. However, without hard work, determination, financial planning and knowing a few tricks of the trade, all of that work could be for not.
Longmeadow Lacrosse Wins 21st Championship
LONGMEADOW LAX: THE 2024 DII CHAMPIONS
In what was a nail-biter, the Longmeadow Lancers came out on top after a long season, capturing the state championship after defeating Marshfield 11-10 in triple overtime to capture the 2024 D-II State Championship.
Back to School in the Age of AI: Transforming K-12 Classrooms
Picture this: A student struggling with a complex physics concept logs into their AI tutor. The AI model provides a tailored explanation appropriate for their grade level, so the student asks questions and gains a better understanding. As a result, they perform better on their homework. This is just one of many possibilities education in the age of AI can offer. The use of AI in classrooms is revolutionizing how students learn, and how teachers teach. It’s affecting how information is taught and how assessments are performed, and is creating new opportunities and challenges for teachers, students and parents.
College Prep: Senior Year Roadmap
Senior year of High School can be a huge, difficult transition, but if you have a great tutor and college plan in place, it can be one of the most unforgettable years of your life! At Infinity Ed, "Education Designed for Success," we have helped nearly 1,000 students further their academic abilities - and we want to help your student achieve their college dreams. Below are some tips so you’ll be on the way to college success!
Celebrating Massachusetts Day: How You Can Leverage Mass. History to Enhance Your Digital Media Presence!
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August 17th is National Massachusetts Day and as your local digital media experts here at MorningBird Media, we are excited to share with you ways to commemorate the commonwealth in style through your digital media accounts. What began by National Day Calendar® as an initiative to recognize and celebrate every state in the union starting with Delaware on the week of July 4th, has now, almost a decade later, become a popular way to share all the things that make each of our states unique online.
Moving & Finding Meaning: Meet the Monroe Family
“I’ve lived all over the US mostly in big cities or places where you live in a subdivision,” said Longmeadow Neighbors feature resident Amy Monroe.
“I love that in Longmeadow you have more of a sense of community. I love that kids bike to school and we have sidewalks everywhere. It’s a great place to raise a child.”
Preparing Trees For Summer Storms
It's a lovely summer in Longmeadow ... but summer also brings the risk of intense storms, which can pose significant threats to the health and stability of our trees. At Arbormax Tree Care, we understand the importance of preparing trees to withstand these challenges, ensuring safety and preserving the beauty of our landscapes. Here are our expert tips for preparing your trees for the summer storm season.
The Town of Longmeadow Splits
On July 1, 1894 the West Village and the East Village of Longmeadow, MA separated into 2 towns- Longmeadow and East Longmeadow. Once again, in early 1894 a petition had been sent to the State Legislature for the division. It passed. Massachusetts Gov. Frederic T. Greenhalge signed the Bill for the separation on May 22nd of that year. It did not require a vote of town voters.
Meet LEEF! Longmeadow Raises Money For Education with LEEF
Imagine a day in an 8th grade classroom where students are transported to the depths of the sea, or the top of a mountain - all made possible by donated VR headsets. Or a high school student coming home with a 3D printed wooden contraption that they envisioned, designed and built with 3D printers. These opportunities are available to Longmeadow students when passionate teachers collaborate with the Longmeadow Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) to enrich their curriculum.
Join Brenda Cuoco & Associates to Swing FORE a Cause
For generations, children with illnesses and disabilities have received care at Shriners Children’s, a nationwide group of non-profit healthcare centers. Locally, Shriner’s Children’s New England in Springfield provides care for children with cleft palates and cleft lips, orthopedic conditions, spine and spinal cord disorders and injuries, urological ailments and issues associated with sports medicine.
Brenda Cuoco, broker and owner of Brenda Cuoco & Associates Real Estate Brokerage, met Jackson Connors and his parents, Jill and Nick Connors, when selling their home. As Jill Connors explained in a social media post ahead of the benefit, Jackson was born seven weeks early, with a cleft eyebrow, a cleft eyelid, a deeper cranial “soft spot than most children,” a hypospadias and a severe right club foot. Jackson has undergone several surgeries through Shriner’s Children’s of New England, and the brokerage decided to host a fundraiser to benefit the organization.
Fun and Effective Ideas To Keep Math Skills Sharp Over Summer Break
As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, many students look forward to a time of relaxation and fun. However, it's essential to ensure that their hard-earned math skills don't become rusty over the long break. Fortunately, there are numerous engaging and enjoyable activities that parents and educators can encourage to keep those mathematical gears turning throughout the summer months.
Harnessing AI: Practical Tips for Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Your Daily Life
Artificial Intelligence (AI) might seem like a concept reserved for tech gurus and big corporations, yet the reality is quite the opposite. AI is incredibly accessible and can be used by anyone to enhance daily life. If you’ve ever wondered how you could foray into the world of AI, here’s a practical guide on how the average person can weave AI into their routine, improving efficiency, comfort and even fun.
Running, Volunteering & Remembering: Nicole Dalto
It seems like no matter what she’s doing, recent Longmeadow transplant Nicole Dalto is making the best of it - for her family, for her community, and for herself. Whether it’s in her nonprofit work for others, time in the garden, running, as a hobby, or something as simple as a walk with her pet, Dalto is always thinking of others.