by Tyler Garnet | Apr 6, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — With the city of Holyoke working on updating its Comprehensive Plan, the Planning Board and Ordinance Subcommittee will be hosting public hearings on April 14 to discuss proposed changes to the city’s zoning ordinances.
by Sarah Heinonen and Tyler Garnet | Apr 3, 2026 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News, Springfield, West Springfield
Municipal police departments around Hampden County have long received help from the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department, but Sheriff Nick Cocchi recently announced that his department can no longer fund those partnerships.
by Tyler Garnet | Apr 3, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Pride Committee is showcasing a special screening of the acclaimed documentary, “1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture,” followed by a live Q&A with the film’s composer, multi-platinum artist and LGBTQIA+ advocate, Mary Lambert.
by Tyler Garnet | Mar 31, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — Holyoke is a step closer to building a new middle school.
by Marc St. Onge | Mar 24, 2026 | Agawam, Chicopee, Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News, Springfield, West Springfield, Westfield
HOLYOKE — In spite of the rain — heavy at times — falling throughout the day, thousands of people came out to see marchers from throughout the area and beyond in the 73rd Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade on Sunday, March 22.
by Tyler Garnet | Mar 23, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The State Ethics Commission’s Enforcement Division issued an order to show cause alleging that former Holyoke City Councilor David Bartley violated the conflict of interest law.