HCC reopens, expands on food pantry, Thrive Center
HOLYOKE — The relocation and expansion of HCC’s Thrive Center and Food Pantry was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 10 with school and community leaders in attendance.
Fr. Gentile honored by St. Patrick’s Citizens Award
HOLYOKE — Continuing the buildup to the 2025 Green Season in the city, the St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke has announced the 56th Citizenship Award winner is Fr. Robert Gentile, Jr. during a ceremony on Sept. 10.
QueerCore Fest a celebration for LGBTQ+ and allies
EASTHAMPTON — A new festival created by the LGBTQ+ community and its allies will debut on Saturday, Sept. 28 at CitySpace in QueerCore Fest.
Rep. Duffy shares local impact of Fair Share Amendment
HOLYOKE — In another edition of her “Rep’s Message” series with Holyoke Media, state Rep. Patricia Duffy (D-Holyoke) spoke about some of the accomplishments made at the statehouse following the completion of the state house’s 19-month formal session and how Holyoke will look to benefit.
City to host public listening sessions for Comprehensive Plan
HOLYOKE — The city of Holyoke will host three public listening sessions this fall to engage in conversations on how the city should best approach updating its Comprehensive Plan and mapping out its future.