Holyoke lowers tax rate, but residents can still expect small increases
HOLYOKE — On Dec. 17, the City Council voted on the shift factor that set the tax rate for residential and commercial properties.
Holyoke City Council approves solution to paying off sewer deficit
HOLYOKE — The City Council gathered for a special meeting Dec. 16 to vote on a shift factor to determine the tax rate for residential and commercial properties and discuss a sewer receipts deficit.
City Council approves truck stop application after many speak out
CHICOPEE — After hosting a public hearing on Dec. 16 and discussing it further during a City Council meeting on Dec. 17, the council voted to approve licenses for a truck stop and travel center on Burnett Road.
Paws Finding Peace announces the opening of pet aftercare center
CHICOPEE — Pet parents now have a local, eco-friendly option for aftercare. Located in Chicopee, Paws Finding Peace offers water-based cremation for those who have had to say goodbye to their beloved pet companion.
West Side High School principal presents accountability data
WEST SPRINGFIELD — West Springfield High School Principal Patrick Danby presented the school’s accountability data to the School Committee during its Dec. 10 meeting.
Legislators, nonprofits cry foul over HIP reduction
Throughout Massachusetts, 175 million households receive financial assistance to help purchase produce from approved farms, farmer’s markets and stores. As of Dec. 1, however, many are receiving much less.