Chicopee sets FY26 tax rate with increase
CHICOPEE — During a Nov. 6 meeting, the Chicopee City Council officially accepted a fiscal year 2026 residential tax rate of $15.24 per $1,000, a $.08 increase from the FY25 rate.
Holyoke city auditor leaving to pursue another opportunity
HOLYOKE — City Auditor Tanya Wdowiak announced that she is resigning from her current position to take another opportunity nearby.
Chicopee voters elect multiple new faces to serve the city
CHICOPEE — Chicopee saw a 14% voter turnout on Election Day, which featured multiple contested races including city collector, City Council and School Committee. The ballot also featured a non-binding question for the residents.
Vega preparing to lead Western Mass. Economic Development Council
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Planning and Economic Development Director Aaron Vega has been appointed president and CEO for the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council.
Holyoke City Council welcomes new faces following election
HOLYOKE — Holyoke saw two longtime city councilors lose their seats in contested races amid a 17% voter turnout.