Florence Bank opens new branch in Holyoke
HOLYOKE — Elected officials, staff members and residents gathered outside the new Florence Bank Holyoke branch at 1490 Northampton St. on Aug. 20 to celebrate the bank’s ribbon-cutting ceremony.
South Hadley prepares for another tax override vote on Sept. 1
SOUTH HADLEY — While most Western Mass. voters will head to the polls for statewide races, South Hadley residents will also see a question on their ballot asking if they would approve a $3.5 million tax override.
Dusk to Dawn Golf Marathon returns on Sept. 14 to benefit cancer research
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Country Club Golf Director Mike O’Neill will once again participate in a 108-hole golf marathon to raise funds for cancer research.
STRM: Velis sounds off on recent statewide issues
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” state Sen. John Velis sat down with co-hosts Ryan Feyre and me to discuss data centers, cellphone and social media policies, upcoming ballot questions and opioid settlement funds.
Chicopee City Council approves bond authorization for water main replacement at roundabout project
CHICOPEE — The roundabout project at the intersection of Montgomery Street, Granby Road and McKinstry Avenue will include another facet after the City Council approved the authorization of a $1.2 million bond to replace water utility infrastructure at the project’s site.