by Tyler Garnet | Feb 6, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — The City Council approved funding for the reuse of the former central library building during a special meeting on Jan. 30.The City Council agreed to increase the bond authorization of this project by $1.75 million, use $2.1 million from the...
by Dennis Hohenberger | Jan 31, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Ahmed Faisal, a tennis player who achieved national ranking, was honored with a proclamation by the City of Chicopee in a ceremony in the Council Chambers on Jan. 23. Mayor John Vieau presented the proclamation to Faisal. The player’s journey...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 24, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — As budget cuts are being made to several services throughout the state, Chicopee is “thankful” that the cuts within the city are not big. In early January, Gov. Maura Healey announced $375 million in mid-year budget cuts. Mayor John Vieau...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 24, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Two transfers in the amount of $4.4 million and $3.1 million were taken from the city’s stabilization account for educational purposes and salary increases. The City Council unanimously approved the transfers during its Jan. 16 meeting.Ward 3...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 16, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Looking ahead at his next term, Mayor John Vieau shared his goals for the city of Chicopee. “One of my goals for 2024 is working together,” Vieau said. “I think it’s really important to work with the City Council, to work with...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 9, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Westcomm Regional Dispatch received the Patriotic Employer Award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. Westcomm Executive Director Erin Hastings explained that Westcomm was nominated for this award by...