WIC opens new location in Chicopee’s Willimansett area
CHICOPEE — Valley Opportunity Council hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 20 to showcase its new Women, Infants and Children program location in Chicopee at 254 McKinstry Ave.
Holyoke Pride Committee announces schedule of events planned for June
HOLYOKE — With June being Pride Month, the Holyoke Pride Committee announced multiple events to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride, culminating with its biggest event, PrideFest on Saturday, June 21 at Veterans Park.
Voyik appointed new South Hadley school superintendent
SOUTH HADLEY — During its May 15 School Committee meeting, the committee approved the appointment of Assistant Superintendent Jennifer Voyik as the district’s next superintendent.
Chicopee educators seek end to workplace violence
CHICOPEE — For the second consecutive year, Chicopee educators spoke out during public comment at the May 21 School Committee meeting, sharing stories of students being physically abusive toward teachers.
West Springfield hosts public hearing for proposed $134 million budget
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The West Springfield Town Council hosted a public hearing during its May 19 meeting for its fiscal year 2026 capital and operating budget, which is proposed to be approximately $134 million, a 4.54% or $5.8 million increase from FY25.