Hampden County is a great place to live in. Most towns have thriving businesses, churches, and schools. There are great events taking place in and around the area. The arts is very important to people here and you can find various small theaters, bands, and artists all over the county. Hampden is also trying to restore its towns businesses and factories. The county is attracting people from the Northeast and is a great place to raise a family. The website concerning the county can be used as genealogical resource and family information can be looked up. Not too far from Boston, but far enough. The benefits of the country life with one of the best cities right nearby.

The more serious criminal cases come here, and they get some civil matters as well.