Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi

Mayors, lawmakers and candidates convened in Springfield, Massachusetts Wednesday – not for a convention or ceremony but the annual Hampden County Sheriff’s cookout, which can be just as important for area politicos.

A collaboration between the city of Springfield, Massachusetts and the Hampden County Sheriff to patrol the expansive grounds at Forest Park will continue.

For decades, the cookout has been a must for local, state, and federal office-seekers

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