by Tyler Garnet | May 5, 2026 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — In the midst of rampant food insecurity across the country, including here locally, Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry received a boost to help fight that very issue. On May 4, the organization accepted a $50,000 earmark from the state to augment its mission.
by Peter Tuohy | May 5, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — One of Wilbraham’s most historic buildings is preparing to open for the season in correlation with a tradition dating back to 1908.
by Peter Tuohy | May 4, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Wilbraham
WILBRAHAM — With the May 16 town election approaching quickly in Wilbraham, Reminder Publishing sent questions to the candidates for the contested Select Board race. Current Select Board Chair Michael Squindo is seeking reelection for a second three-year term, with...
by Tyler Garnet | May 4, 2026 | Hampden County, Holyoke, Local News
HOLYOKE — Girls Inc. of the Valley introduced its newly renovated headquarters on May 1, marking a major milestone in expanding opportunities for girls across the region.
by Tyler Garnet | May 4, 2026 | Chicopee, Hampden County, Local News
CHICOPEE — Officials, residents, family and current and past baseball players gathered in Chicopee on April 30 to re-dedicate the Rivers Park baseball field in honor of Dan Dulchinos, recognizing his impact on and off the diamond.
by Sarah Heinonen | May 4, 2026 | Agawam, Hampden County, Local News
AGAWAM — The community turned out in force on April 27 to ask questions of Mayor Christopher Johnson and department heads about the need to change an intersection at the cost of a beloved business’s parking lot.