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...
by Lauren LeBel | Jan 3, 2024 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Concerns regarding safety and compliance of the dated playground at Bowie Elementary School were raised during the Dec. 20 School Committee meeting, however, Superintendent Dr. Marcus Ware assured that inspections were done and there is nothing to be...
by G. Michael Dobbs | Dec 27, 2023 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE – A business that attracted people from around the region and from out of state to downtown Chicopee will be closing its doors at the end of the month. The Herbarium has been in business more than 40 years, supplying customers with herbal remedies and...
