Chicopee hosts Abbey Brook ribbon cutting
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee hosted a ribbon cutting event on Aug. 14 at Frank J. Szot Memorial Park to celebrate the completion of Phase 1 efforts to restore and revitalize Abbey Brook.
ACAA to host annual art festival on Aug. 23 and 24
AGAWAM — Agawam Community Artists and Artisans is hosting its fifth annual Pioneer Valley Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23 and 24, at the Polish American Club, 139 Southwick St., Feeding Hills, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Phase 3 of South Holyoke Homes project receives state funding
HOLYOKE — South Holyoke Homes Phase 3 project, a 40-unit affordable rental building on the corner of South East Street and Sargeant Street, received two different sources of funding from the state to conduct an environmental assessment and to begin construction on the parcel.
Garcia named finalist for Mayor of the Year by NREC
HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua A. Garcia has been named a finalist for the Mayor of the Year Award by the Northeast Renewable Energy Coalition, in recognition of his leadership and innovation in clean energy and community development.
CHD launches social program for adults with cognitive impairments
CHICOPEE — The Center for Human Development recently opened a unique Adult Social Day program in Chicopee designed to support and engage adults living with cognitive impairment.