by Trent Levakis | Mar 26, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — During its March 12 meeting, the School Committee was visited by the Teacher Retention Working Group, who shared its recommendations report with the district. The group’s work is part of the district’s efforts to be the best-fit school district for educators...
by Tina Lesniak | Mar 26, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The Carlos Vega Fund is asking local nonprofits and organizations engaged in social justice projects to apply for mini-grants of up to $2,000. “The intention of the grants is to support social justice initiatives that local organizations are engaged in,”...
by Trent Levakis | Mar 19, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
City leaders, district officials and students pose at the groundbreaking of the new middle school building site.Photo credit: Holyoke Public Schools HOLYOKE — Community and school leaders gathered for a groundbreaking at the site of the former William R. Peck Middle...
by Trent Levakis | Mar 19, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Redevelopment Authority is seeking proposals for development of downtown land that would add to the vibrancy of the area alongside nearby projects in continued revitalization efforts for the city. The land for which proposals are being sought is...
by Trent Levakis | Mar 19, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — The City Council will soon vote on the creation of a crime analyst position in the city after some delay through subcommittee discussions. The order will head to the council following the Ordinance Committee’s March 13 meeting during which language for the...
by Trent Levakis | Mar 19, 2024 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
Paper City Fabrics Owner Joseph Charles poses with some of the many fabrics available inside the new store located in downtown Holyoke.Reminder Publishing photo by Trent Levakis HOLYOKE — As the city continues to expand on its efforts to revitalize the downtown area,...