Forrest Insurance Agency moves to E. Longmeadow

EAST LONGMEADOW For many East Longmeadow residents, the Forrest name will ring a bell. Larry (ELHS class of '76) and Michael (ELHS class of '83) grew up in East Longmeadow, often coached in sports by their father, Bill, the founder of Forrest Insurance Agency.

While Larry and Michael moved their personal residences to Hampden about 15 years ago, their business, Forrest Insurance Agency, has been a well-known landmark in Sixteen Acres, having been located there for over 40 years.

"After our building came under new ownership, we needed to re-evaluate our plans and goals. So we set out to secure the best location available for the long term that served the needs of all our clients," Michael wrote about the East Longmeadow location. "We've always loved East Longmeadow and were impressed by the quality of the commercial development in town, especially along North Main Street, where we ultimately chose to move. It's easily accessible to our clients in Springfield, Longmeadow, Wilbraham and all the other neighboring towns. And on a personal level, we've really enjoyed seeing and reconnecting with many of the good people that we grew up with, too."

Forrest Insurance Agency provides auto, home, life and commercial insurance. Their new location is 603 North Main St., East Longmeadow, phone: 858-2680; Web site: www.forrestinsurance.com