Chicopee School Committee approves $139.4M budget for FY27
CHICOPEE — The School Committee approved an approximately $139.4 million fiscal year 2027 budget during its June 1 meeting, an increase from $136.7 in FY26.
Herald communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations
Chicopee, Holyoke and South Hadley are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays that bring residents together for an evening of festivities, family activities and summer tradition.
Gándara Center opens new women’s recovery residence in South Hadley
SOUTH HADLEY — For women working to rebuild their lives after addiction and hardship, Hermanas Del Rio is offering more than recovery services. It will also provide a space to regain stability, independence and hope for the future through supportive residential care.
Stamborski set to retire in June; Cross to become next Chicopee fire chief
CHICOPEE — After 29 years of service, Fire Chief Daniel Stamborski is set to retire from the Chicopee Fire Department on June 16.
Healey tours Veterans Home in Holyoke to highlight progress
HOLYOKE — The Veterans Home in Holyoke gave Gov. Maura Healey a tour of the facility six years removed from a travesty during the coronavirus pandemic and just months away from the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility.