Elms hosts eighth annual Black Experience Summit
CHICOPEE — On Feb. 21, Elms College hosted the eighth Annual Black Experience Summit, co-sponsored with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Springfield and YWCA of Western Massachusetts.
Chicopee Public Schools improvement projects get prioritized
CHICOPEE — During the Feb. 19 School Committee meeting, Maintenance Director Scott Chapdelaine met with the School Committee to give an update on the school facilities and maintenance.
Chicopee City Council approves citywide instant messaging program funds
CHICOPEE — During the Feb. 18 City Council meeting, the council approved funding for a citywide instant messaging program that could be used during a potential crisis or to alert the entire city.
Volunteers needed for Envision Our Chicopee
CHICOPEE — During the Feb. 4 City Council meeting, the council approved an order to establish an Envision Our Chicopee: 2040 implementation committee to oversee the implementation of the items delineated in the comprehensive plan and conduct activities as described in the action plan.
Chicopee observes Black History Month with flag raising
CHICOPEE — Even on the rainy and snowy morning, many gathered in Chicopee City Hall to observe Black History Month with a flag raising ceremony on Feb. 13.
Chicopee School Committee discusses time change and potential repairs
CHICOPEE — At the Feb. 5 School Committee meeting, the committee discussed a potential time change for its regular meetings going forward and the Massachusetts School Building Authority accelerated repair program.