Chicopee and Holyoke prepare for back-to-school events
Chicopee and Holyoke are both preparing for their respective back-to-school events featuring free backpacks, services and supplies for students attending the gatherings.
City Council confirms mayor’s appointment of Plante as new CAFO
HOLYOKE — The city of Holyoke officially has its first chief administrative financial officer after the City Council confirmed the appointment during its Aug. 4 meeting.
For autistic children, wandering presents persistent danger
A nonverbal teen with Down syndrome named Matteo left his house in Monson on June 29 without an adult’s knowledge. He was found two days later about a mile from his home. While the incident ended safely, it brought the issue of wandering among children with developmental disabilities to the forefront. State Rep. Angelo Puppolo joined the Office of the Child Advocate and the Department of Developmental Services in efforts to raise awareness about wandering among children with autism spectrum disorder.
Holyoke teacher publishes first children’s book
HOLYOKE — By publishing her children’s book, “The Extraordinary Adventures of Emma and the Dragon,” Lisette Martinez has officially achieved a dream she’s had since her formative years.
Cooper’s accepting supply donations for Homework House
AGAWAM — Homework House has been chosen as the August recipient for Cooper’s Gifts Apparel’s Home Round Up program, which aims to collect donations for local organizations.
STRM: Garcia provides update on Holyoke
HOLYOKE — On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” hosts Dennis Hackett and Tyler Garnet sat down with Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia to talk about his new term so far, the city’s finances, data centers, recent development news and much more.