‘Phenomenal’ NNO exceeds expectations with large crowd
AGAWAM — Loren Forastiere Kastner has been coming to Agawam’s National Night Out (NNO) since the town’s police department organized the first one in 2013. She’s never disappointed.
Public listening session to continue new police chief search
HOLYOKE — A public listening session will be hosted by the Search Committee tasked with evaluating candidates for the new police chief on Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 5-7 p.m. at Holyoke Media and residents are encouraged to attend to voice their vision in what they want for the next police chief.
Mason Square community celebrates National Night Out
SPRINGFIELD — Mason Square was one of about a dozen locations in Springfield where people celebrated National Night Out, an annual tradition that promotes partnerships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Holyoke DPW votes to put wastewater treatment services out to bid
HOLYOKE — Through a 2-1 vote, the city’s Board of Public Works will ask Mayor Joshua Garcia to invite proposals from companies interested in taking charge of Holyoke’s wastewater treatment services.
City Council discusses approving multiple capital purchases
CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on Aug. 6, Mayor John Vieau looked for the appropriation of 12 capital purchases totaling approximately $2.3 million in total funds for the City Council to approve.
Holyoke Public Library sees tax-exempt status reinstated
HOLYOKE — After losing its tax-exempt status earlier this year, the Holyoke Public Library has announced reinstatement of the status.