Holyoke City Council votes down controversial sanctuary city resolution
HOLYOKE — On Oct. 6 and 7, a subcommittee and City Council decided not to support a proposed resolution that would state that Holyoke is not a sanctuary city.
Exhibit highlights historical Black leaders
HOLYOKE — At the end of September, the Wistariahurst Museum announced the return of its popular outdoor display, Faces on the Fenceline.
Agreement allows STCC, HCC students to reside at Elms
CHICOPEE — On Oct. 8, Elms College entered into a new agreement with Springfield Technical Community College and Holyoke Community College that will allow students of those two community colleges to reside in residence halls at Elms.
Garcia opens community headquarters for election season
HOLYOKE — Although he is running unopposed in the upcoming November election, Mayor Joshua A. Garcia redefined what it means to campaign without an opponent by opening a new campaign headquarters at 120 High St. on Oct. 1.
Holyoke receives state funding to prepare for extreme weather
HOLYOKE — Holyoke received $390,000 in state grants to improve its infrastructure in preparation of severe environmental threats.
Volleyball Hall of Fame to host induction ceremony Oct. 18
HOLYOKE — The 2025 International Volleyball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place in Holyoke, on Saturday, Oct. 18 at 444 Dwight St.