Plante looks to usher in new era of Holyoke Finance Department
HOLYOKE — As the city rectifies its cash-related issues, Timothy “TJ” Plante said he’s ready to take over as Holyoke’s first chief administrative financial officer.
Chicopee adopts quarterly tax billing system starting next July
CHICOPEE — Chicopee residents will soon have four tax bills to pay instead of two after the Chicopee City Council approved switching to a quarterly tax payment system.
Holyoke alerts residents of potential water issues following main break
HOLYOKE — Residents may experience water disruption and/or potential water quality issues after a significant water main break on Westfield Road near Homestead.
Wilbraham Art League invites community to attend open house
WILBRAHAM — The Wilbraham Art League is encouraging the public to learn about all things art by meeting local artists and viewing original art pieces at an open house on Sept. 8.
Developers share competing Springfield courthouse proposals with public
SPRINGFIELD — Despite the state Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance and Trial Court issuing a preliminary selection of the site and proposal for the Springfield Regional Justice Center project, the Springfield City Council’s Intergovernmental State and Federal Relations Committee invited each of the developers who submitted proposals to share them with Springfield residents.
East Longmeadow resident awarded Girl Scout Gold Award
EAST LONGMEADOW — The Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts have recognized East Longmeadow resident and Girl Scout Emily Paseos, 16, with the Gold Award — the highest achievement in girl scouting — for her work toward leaving a lasting impact on the local community.