by Lauren LeBel | Dec 12, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Myriam Vega always had a passion for fashion, and with her new boutique, she is hoping to use that passion to empower and inspire women of all ages. Match Us Collection Boutique, Chicopee’s newest storefront, recently opened at 665 Prospect St....
by Lauren LeBel | Dec 12, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Concerns about safety and security at the Chicopee Public Schools were raised during the Dec. 6 School Committee meeting, however, Superintendent Dr. Marcus Ware assured that a plan on addressing these issues is in the works. The topic —...
by Lauren LeBel | Dec 6, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — A group of Chicopee firefighters received a Governor’s Citation for Meritorious Conduct during the 34th annual Firefighter of the Year Awards. The ceremony recognized 130 firefighters from 22 departments across the state. On Nov. 21, Gov. Maura...
by Lauren LeBel | Dec 6, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee City Council hosted a tax classification hearing and set the rate for fiscal year 2024, during a Nov. 27 special meeting. Two of the Assessors, Victor Anop and Brian Suchy, shared a presentation. Anop said that for FY24, the council, the...
by Lauren LeBel | Dec 6, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee kicked off the holiday season with its annual tree lighting on Dec. 1 on the City Hall Campus.The festivities began with a song by the Girl Scouts of Chicopee and a choreographed number by Dance Dynamics.At 5 p.m. sirens blared as...