Budget dominates South Hadley’s Town Meeting warrant
SOUTH HADLEY — The beat goes on in Suth Hadley as this year’s Town Meeting will feature one of the most consequential budget discussions in the community’s history.
Paper City Fabrics breathes new life into thrift store model
HOLYOKE — Paper City Fabrics is stitching together sustainability and accessibility, using a thrift store model to give new life to donated textiles while keeping sewing affordable for the community. By recirculating fabrics and notions back into the hands of local...
Without a contract for 300 days, Holyoke educators continue push for new deal
HOLYOKE — Holyoke educators are continuing to push for a new contract that includes competitive salaries, improved leave policies, and a school calendar aligned with neighboring districts as negotiations with the city continue.
Wicked Twist food truck brings southern style food to Chicopee
CHICOPEE — A long vacant space in Chicopee is getting a fresh and flavorful new start with the opening of Wicked Twist, a food truck area dedicated to breathing new life into the area through its southern-style cuisine.
City Council approves development of a poet laureate position for Holyoke
HOLYOKE — Holyoke’s arts and culture scene has just been elevated after a recent City Council vote.