WestMass ElderCare looks ahead while celebrating 50 years
HOLYOKE — WestMass ElderCare is celebrating 50 years as an organization and are geared up for a Nov. 20 celebration at the Castle of Knights in Chicopee.
Neal defeats activist opponent, secures 19th term in House
The morning after the Nov. 5 election, while control of the U.S. House of Representatives was still in the air, the outcome in Massachusetts’ First Congressional District was clear. U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) won a 19th term, his sixth representing the westernmost district in the state.
New Holyoke Veterans Home given topping off ceremony
HOLYOKE – U.S. Rep. Richard Neal compared his view of the new Holyoke Veterans Home as he came down route 91 heading to the city to a phoenix rising from the ashes, saying it showcases how “astounding” the milestone being celebrated was for the community.
‘Miss Nelson is Missing’ set as fall show for Holyoke High
HOLYOKE — This November, the Holyoke High School Theater Company presents “Miss Nelson is Missing!” an adaption of the classic children’s story stage ready for people of all ages looking for a night of songs and laughs.
Care Center accomplishes $4M endowment campaign
HOLYOKE — The Care Center has completed its $4 million “Moving Women Forward” Endowment Campaign, ensuring that its growing microcollege program for young mothers and other under-resourced women will remain tuition-free.
End date in sight for Holyoke school’s receivership status
HOLYOKE — The end is near for Holyoke Public Schools’ status under state receivership as a provisional decision has been announced by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to give the district back local control by next school year.