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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Hampden DA's court program marks 9th milestone with grads
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A special graduation was held on Thursday for two adults who have turned their lives around for the better. These two individuals graduated from the Hampden District Attorney's 'Emerging Adult Court of Hope' Program. One of the men participated remotely as he is now living in Florida. The program provides young adults aged 18-24 with an opportunity to break free from the cycles of adversity and incarceration. 22News spoke with one of the graduates about his takeaways from the program. 'Keeps you out of trouble, keeps you functional, you got the support there, the building, you got support of probationers, it's a really good program, it's a really good program if you want to change your life it's a really good program,' said Hendrick Allende of Springfield. Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni told 22News, 'It's just a very proud moment to see these two young men grateful, positive and headed in a very good direction in their lives.' Their success marks another significant milestone for the program, which has now graduated nine participants since its inception five years ago. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hampden DA highlights prevention programs at Holyoke Taxpayers Association annual meeting
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni emphasized the importance of early intervention and community partnerships during remarks at the Holyoke Taxpayers Association's annual meeting. Economic growth slowing in the U.S. so far this year, according to recent study The event was held on April 17 at The Delaney House. Gulluni spoke to an audience of business owners, civic leaders, and elected officials. Gulluni outlined his office's prevention and intervention strategies aimed at reducing crime and promoting public safety. He underscored the significance of engaging youth and steering them away from the criminal justice system before issues escalate. 'Public safety doesn't begin in the courtroom — it begins in our communities, in our schools, and in the lives of young people,' Gulluni said. 'Our prevention work is about investing in better outcomes, and Holyoke is a key partner in that effort.' The DA's office has implemented a number of initiatives focused on providing support and mentorship to young people, particularly through community-based programs. Gulluni noted that Holyoke continues to play a vital role in the success of those efforts, serving as a central hub for outreach and intervention. During a brief Q&A following his remarks, Gulluni fielded questions on topics ranging from reducing recidivism to business involvement in the Emerging Adult Court of Hope (EACH) program. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
