Chicopee
Council of Jewish Women awards $70K in scholarships
Nearly 50 students will have an easier time paying for college this fall with scholarships totaling $70,000 from the Springfield Council of Jewish Women.
Chicopee raises flag in support of LGBTQIA+ community
CHICOPEE — On June 5, Chicopee invited the public to attend the annual Pride Flag raising to commemorate Pride Month.
Harmony House officially opens doors with ribbon cutting in Chicopee
Harmony House Board of Directors President Gina Mazza celebrates the ribbon cutting and official opening at 66 View St.Reminder Publishing photo by Tyler Garnet CHICOPEE — On May 31, residents and local officials gathered for the official opening of Harmony House...
Chicopee Pride Fest returning for fourth year on June 15
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Pride Fest 2024 is set to take place on Saturday, June 15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It will once again take place at Szot Park after moving the event there last year to accommodate to the growing popularity.
Chicopee School Committee approves proposed FY25 budget
CHICOPEE — During the School Committee meeting on June 5, Superintendent Marcus Ware presented the proposed fiscal year 2025 budget.
Chicopee mayor appropriates funds to help with tax levy
CHICOPEE — During the June 4 City Council meeting, Mayor John Vieau had two orders to appropriate funds into two separate accounts to help residents in Chicopee.
Chicopee superintendent discusses safety plan amid concerns
CHICOPEE — During the School Committee meeting on June 5, Superintendent Marcus Ware gave a presentation on school safety in response to teachers voicing concerns for their safety.
Marine vet with local ties publishes book on forgotten war
CHICOPEE — Tom Hebert is racked by survivor’s guilt, and because of it, the former Marine is writing a seven-volume series of books about the Marine Corps.
Western Mass. senators push priorities in budget debate
Following a vigorous May 23 debate session, the nearly $60 billion budget reached unanimous approval by the Massachusetts state Senate. Members adopted more than 400 of the 1,100 amendments filed, resulting in close to $90 million of additional spending with Western Massachusetts lawmakers maintaining the regions stake in funding.
Anna Barry Building Commission meets with potential OPM
CHICOPEE — Members from the Anna Barry School Building Commission met with two potential Owner’s Project Managers during its meeting on May 29.
