Comedy night fundraiser to honor Ashton Conroy, support Blood Cancer United
CHICOPEE — A night of laughter, love and purpose is set to take place at the Chicopee Elks Lodge, 431 Granby Rd, on Saturday, May 16, as FunnyRaising Comedy Shows is partnering with Crystal Conroy and Ashton’s Army for a comedy night fundraiser.
Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry receives check to combat food insecurity
CHICOPEE — In the midst of rampant food insecurity across the country, including here locally, Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry received a boost to help fight that very issue. On May 4, the organization accepted a $50,000 earmark from the state to augment its mission.
Rivers Park baseball field re-dedicated in honor of Dan Dulchinos
CHICOPEE — Officials, residents, family and current and past baseball players gathered in Chicopee on April 30 to re-dedicate the Rivers Park baseball field in honor of Dan Dulchinos, recognizing his impact on and off the diamond.
Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill
The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.
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.