Sheriff’s picnic draws candidates for statewide positions
SPRINGFIELD — For Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, the annual sheriff’s picnic is less about self-aggrandizing and more about informing the public about the ballot come election time.
C3 Hispanic Heritage domino tournament returns Aug. 29
CHICOPEE — For the fourth straight year, the C3 Hispanic Heritage Domino Tournament will return to Wisnowski Park on Saturday, Aug. 29, from noon to 6 p.m.
Janeczek becomes Chicopee’s chief human resources officer after council appointment
CHICOPEE — Chicopee’s Human Resources Department has a new person in charge after Bianca Janeczek’s appointment as the chief human resources officer was confirmed during a special City Council meeting on Aug. 18.
Dusk to Dawn Golf Marathon returns on Sept. 14 to benefit cancer research
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Country Club Golf Director Mike O’Neill will once again participate in a 108-hole golf marathon to raise funds for cancer research.
Milleron and Whalen debate ahead of primary, midterm elections
SPRINGFIELD — Two people looking to unseat U.S. Rep. Richard Neal in the Massachusetts 1st Congressional House District met at a debate on Aug. 11 to discuss their politics, priorities and approach. Of those, the most daylight between Nadia Milleron and Jeromie Whalen was in their approach.
Chicopee City Council approves bond authorization for water main replacement at roundabout project
CHICOPEE — The roundabout project at the intersection of Montgomery Street, Granby Road and McKinstry Avenue will include another facet after the City Council approved the authorization of a $1.2 million bond to replace water utility infrastructure at the project’s site.