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.
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.
AGAWAM — A Connecticut pastor who is well-known in the region for his performances as a magician will bring his show to Agawam Congregational Church on Saturday, March 28.
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Public Schools’ Budget and Finance Director John Miarecki met with the School Committee during its March 18 meeting to give a preliminary presentation about the fiscal year 2027 school budget.
HOYLOKE — A decades-long tradition in Holyoke will continue after the City Council elected to amend city ordinances to allow the World War II air raid siren at 109 Lyman St. to sound every Friday at noon.
EAST LONGMEADOW — Parts of the current East Longmeadow High School are being prepared to come down as the new ELHS prepares to open for the 2026-2027 school year.