HOLYOKE — Although the City Council voted 10-2 to decrease the tax rate for residential and commercial, residents can still expect to see an average tax bill increase by $352 for the year, or $29 per month.
CHICOPEE — Chicopee kicked off the holiday season with its annual tree lighting on Dec. 5 at The Hub at Market Square.
WEST SPRINGFIELD — During the Town Council meeting on Dec. 1, West Springfield Public Schools’ Chief Financial Officer Adam Tarquini gave a presentation on the fiscal year 2027 level service budget projection.
HOLYOKE — After two separate fires spread across the city on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2, local, state and national organizations are offering a hand to those who lost their belongings and homes.
SOUTH HADLEY — South Hadley’s Budget Task Force is inviting residents to share their priorities for town services and spending during a listening session on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m.