Chicopee mourns loss of Robert Zygarowski
CHICOPEE — At-Large City Councilor Robert “Bob” Zygarowski is what people knew him as recently, but since his passing was announced on March 24, Chicopee and surrounding communities have expressed their condolences for the legacy he left in many different roles.
For most districts, state ed funding has ‘left us out’
AMHERST — The Healey administration’s education leadership was grilled by the Joint Ways & Means Committee in front of a standing room-only crowd at a hearing on school funding and local aid, hosted by the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Velis recognized for leadership in suicide prevention
In recognition of his work in suicide prevention, state Sen. John Velis received an award for his leadership during a March ceremony at the State House for the Massachusetts Coalition for Suicide Prevention.
Westfield superintendent signs new three-year contract
WESTFIELD — At its March 17 meeting, the School Committee unanimously endorsed a new three-year with Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski, effective July 1.
Garcia presents PILOT policy for Holyoke to adopt
HOLYOKE — During the Development and Governmental Relations Committee on March 11, a policy designed to gain revenue from tax-exempt property owners was presented by Mayor Joshua Garcia and Collins Center associate Stephen E. Cirillo.