Funding to help ease financial burden of Chicopee youth sports
CHICOPEE — A $50,000 state earmark was celebrated on June 25 for the future of Chicopee by ensuring that financial barriers will not prevent children from participating in sports.
Cooling centers open to combat heat wave
As of June 30, the National Weather Service had upgraded the Excessive Heat Warning for Western Massachusetts to an Extreme Heat Warning for the period of July 1 to 5, with the worst of the predicted heat to occur Thursday, July 2 into Friday, July 3.
Chicopee City Council approves $283.5 million budget for FY27
CHICOPEE — A generally straightforward budget season officially came to an end in Chicopee after the City Council passed a budget of approximately $283.5 million for fiscal year 2027, a 2.6% increase over FY26.
Shaw, Cote honored for military service and ongoing work in the community
CHICOPEE — Holly Cote and Stephanie Shaw were recognized on June 26 as nominees for the Deborah Sampson award, which honors women veterans with exceptional leadership and continued service.
Rumbleseat scores extended hours for World Cup
CHICOPEE — As the World Cup attracts countless viewers this summer, Rumbleseat Bar & Grille just took advantage of Gov. Maura Healey’s bill that allows bars and restaurants to extend their hours over the next couple of months.
Hello Summer: Western Mass. concert schedule
Reminder Publishing has compiled a list of summer concerts taking place across Western Massachusetts. This concert listing is as complete as possible by press time.