Springfield Capt. Brian Keenan offered Holyoke Police Chief job
HOLYOKE — After a lengthy process, Springfield Police Captain Brian Keenan has been named as the next Holyoke police chief.
City Council sets FY25 tax rate that will slightly increase taxes
AGAWAM — During the Dec. 2 City Council meeting, Mayor Christopher Johnson and Assessor Carolyn Reed gave a presentation on the tax classification for fiscal year 2025.
Holyoke awarded funds to combat speeding, looking to volunteers for task force
HOLYOKE — Like many cities and towns in Massachusetts and across the country, pedestrian and road safety are two priorities at the top of each municipality’s goals. Holyoke was awarded state and federal grants totaling $247,850 to fund the preparation of a comprehensive speed-management plan to bring about safer streets.
Holyoke businesses collecting toys to give back to community
HOLYOKE — The city’s High Street Merchants have launched a Community Toy Drive to benefit area children.
Chicopee honors Diabetes Awareness Month with flag raising
CHICOPEE — For the first time in Chicopee, the city joined together to raise a flag to commemorate Diabetes Awareness Month.
This event goal was to shed light on the impact of diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions across the nation.