CHICOPEE — At its Nov. 13 meeting, the Barry School Building Commission voted to recommend the Szetela Early Childhood Center site as the preferred location for the new Anna E. Barry Elementary School.
CHICOPEE — Gov. Maura Healey visited the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts on Nov. 17 to thank staff and volunteers who work around the clock to support community members facing hunger, including those who had SNAP benefits delayed by President Donald Trump.
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee and the Valley Opportunity Council hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 13 for its newly renovated apartment building at the former Belcher School on 10 Southwick St.
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.
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.
CHICOPEE — Ohana Clubhouse has officially opened its indoor play experience designed for children aged 10 years old and under at 43 Sheridan St.