Pearl Harbor vet and family honored by Holyoke City Council
HOLYOKE — The City Council took a few moments opening its March 19 meeting to honor the family of Pharmacist’s Mate 2nd Class Merle Hillman, a native of Holyoke, who died aboard the USS California during Pearl Harbor. The order filed by Councilor David Bartley was to...Teacher Retention Working Group gives recommendations for Holyoke schools
HOLYOKE — During its March 12 meeting, the School Committee was visited by the Teacher Retention Working Group, who shared its recommendations report with the district. The group’s work is part of the district’s efforts to be the best-fit school district for educators...
Amherst Empty Bowls fundraiser continues fight against food insecurity
AMHERST — The Amherst Survival Center has stood tough for the community through good times and bad, and with the upcoming 16th annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser, it’s another year of bringing the community together to help continue the fight against food insecurity.
