Chicopee
Volunteers needed for Envision Our Chicopee
CHICOPEE — During the Feb. 4 City Council meeting, the council approved an order to establish an Envision Our Chicopee: 2040 implementation committee to oversee the implementation of the items delineated in the comprehensive plan and conduct activities as described in the action plan.
Chicopee observes Black History Month with flag raising
CHICOPEE — Even on the rainy and snowy morning, many gathered in Chicopee City Hall to observe Black History Month with a flag raising ceremony on Feb. 13.
Chicopee School Committee discusses time change and potential repairs
CHICOPEE — At the Feb. 5 School Committee meeting, the committee discussed a potential time change for its regular meetings going forward and the Massachusetts School Building Authority accelerated repair program.
Safe Streets For All grant money to be used in Chicopee after delay
CHICOPEE — During the Feb. 4 City Council meeting, Planning and Development Department Director Lee Pouliot sent a communication to update the community on the Safe Streets For All grant that was awarded to Chicopee nearly two years ago.
Chicopee’s Battle of the Badges returns for ninth year
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Police and Fire departments will lace up their skates to compete in the ninth annual Battle of the Badges charity hockey game.
Chicopee City Hall access plan changes with renovations
CHICOPEE — Chicopee announced the beginning of construction on the second phase of improvements to Chicopee City Hall and City Hall Annex are set to begin and construction activities will cause for a temporary access plan.
Holyoke, Chicopee get ready to name their respective colleen
With about a month to go until St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Holyoke, Chicopee and Holyoke will both be hosting events where they will name a colleen and court to represent their city.
Wingstop officially opens its next location in Chicopee
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Jan. 31 to officially welcome Wingstop so its community.
Chicopee adopts situation table program to aid at-risk individuals
CHICOPEE — Chicopee and the Situation Table team is set to host a two-day training session for those interested. The training will be Wednesday, Feb. 19 and Thursday, Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chicopee Police Department, 110 Church St.
Chicopee City Council disputes security funds for SilverBrick Mills
CHICOPEE — During the Jan. 21 City Council meeting, the council discussed an appropriation of $60,000 from the Stabilization Fund to the Building Special Account for Emergency Demolition/Emergency Security account.
