Chicopee
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.
Chicopee National Night Out achieves national recognition
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Police Department is celebrating an exciting milestone as the city’s National Night Out climbed to 13th place in the country this year. This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of city departments, community members and organizers who collaborated to make the event a resounding success.
Chicopee welcomes Gándara’s Los Campeones program
CHICOPEE — On Thursday, Nov. 22, Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, Gándara Center CEO Lois Nesci, state Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield), Chicopee Mayor John Vieau, and a representative from the office of state Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield), along with a host of community members, joined together for the grand opening of Los Campeones, a residential treatment program for men.
Kwanzaa celebrations set to take place in multiple cities and towns
With the holiday season here, the Kwanza Collective in the Valley announced 2024 Kwanzaa itinerary, featuring events across Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke.
Chicopee Parade Committee announces award recipients for 2025
CHICOPEE — With St. Patrick’s Day approaching before we know it, Chicopee Parade Committee President Kathy Sliwa announced multiple award recipients for the 2025 parade season on Dec. 3.
Chicopee hosts annual tree lighting ceremony
CHICOPEE — Chicopee kicked off the holiday season with its annual tree lighting on Dec. 6 on the City Hall Campus.
Holiday Bazaar Spreads Christmas cheer in Chicopee
CHICOPEE — The holiday season is here, and with it comes the third annual Holiday Bazaar hosted by the congregation of the Faith United Methodist Church. This bazaar will take place on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 191 Montcalm St.
Chicopee schools request $8 million for multiple capital improvements
CHICOPEE — During the School Committee meeting on Dec. 4, the committee approved sending a request for $8.3 million to the city for seven capital improvement priorities recommended by Finance and Budget subcommittees.
Chicopee working on advancing Police Department technology
CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on Dec. 3, Mayor John Vieau and Police Chief Patrick Major discussed several items and appropriations to upgrade the technology at the Police Department.