As we reach the midpoint of 2026, I thought it would be helpful to take a closer look at what has actually happened inside Stoney Hill Condominiums, Westfield, MA, so far this year. As both a Stoney Hill resident and the REALTOR® who represented the seller in one of this year’s condo sales, I have […]
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Five Breweries, One City: Exploring Westfield’s Craft Beer Scene and Beyond
Living on the Massachusetts-Connecticut border, I’ve always appreciated how many local destinations we have within a short drive. Vineyards, farm stands, hiking trails, and small-town downtowns often get most of the attentioman, but one thing surprised me when I stopped to think about it: Little ole Westfield, MA has five breweries. Not five breweries scattered […]
A Perfect Summer Afternoon in Southwick, Massachusetts
I grew up in Southwick, so it’s easy to assume I’ve seen everything the town has to offer. But one of the things I love most about living nearby is that I’m still discovering new places, returning to old favorites, and finding new reasons to appreciate the community. This week, my daughter Ryan and I […]
The Granby, Connecticut Sign That Made Me Hit the Brakes
I was on my way to a showing in Granby, Connecticut, recently, when something made me do a double-take. It wasn’t the house itself. What caught my attention was a yard sign that said: THIS HOME WAS HERE IN 1776 Now, I look at houses all day long. It takes a lot to make me […]
If You Enjoy the Stories…
Most people find this website because they’re looking for information about Western Massachusetts, local events, community guides, or real estate. And that’s exactly what they’ll find. But now and then I wander a little further afield. Sometimes it’s a story about growing up in New England. Sometimes it’s a piece of local history that catches […]
