by Lauren LeBel | Jan 25, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council’s Health and Human Services Subcommittee hosted a meeting on Jan. 18 to discuss the fentanyl crisis in the city of Springfield.
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 24, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — As budget cuts are being made to several services throughout the state, Chicopee is “thankful” that the cuts within the city are not big. In early January, Gov. Maura Healey announced $375 million in mid-year budget cuts. Mayor John Vieau...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 24, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Two transfers in the amount of $4.4 million and $3.1 million were taken from the city’s stabilization account for educational purposes and salary increases. The City Council unanimously approved the transfers during its Jan. 16 meeting.Ward 3...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 16, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Looking ahead at his next term, Mayor John Vieau shared his goals for the city of Chicopee. “One of my goals for 2024 is working together,” Vieau said. “I think it’s really important to work with the City Council, to work with...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Performance Food Group is planning to expand its Springfield operation with the construction of a new facility on its existing land.