Chicopee
Chicopee School Committee approves $133 million budget
CHICOPEE — The School Committee approved an approximately $133.8 million fiscal year 2026 school budget during its June 18 meeting, an increase of $5.1 million from FY25.
Local cooling center locations with heat wave on the way
With hot days ahead, Reminder Publishing compiled a list of cooling stations available in local cities and towns for residents to beat the heat this summer. This list will be updated throughout the summer and as more cooling locations become available. If your town...
Chicopee educators, city host final bargaining session before summer break
CHICOPEE — On June 10, the Chicopee Education Association and Chicopee Public Schools Negotiation Subcommittee met for the 10th and final bargaining session of this school year.
Chicopee celebrates Portuguese Heritage Month with flag raising
Mayor John Vieau reads a proclamation to recognize Portuguese Heritage Month in the city of Chicopee.Reminder Publishing photo by Tyler Garnet CHICOPEE — In one of the more well-attended flag raisings of the year, members of the community and local government...
Chicopee announces launch of Project Lifesaver
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee, in collaboration with the Hampden Country Sheriff’s Department, hosted a press conference on June 11 to discuss a vital new program, Project Lifesaver.
Chicopee Pride Festival returning for fifth year on June 14
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Queer Consortium announced two events to celebrate Pride Month and the LGBTQ+ community on Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14.
Chicopee approves 600 residential unit project
CHICOPEE — The City Council approved a special permit and waivers for a proposal that includes adding up to 600 new residential apartments at the former Cabotville Mill building and outbuildings on Front Street.
Style and Grace Hair Studio introduces new location to Chicopee
CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee and Style and Grace Hair Studio hosted a ribbon cutting to introduce its new location at 104 Lauzier Terr.
Laplante and Company hosts May 22 ribbon cutting
CHICOPEE — Laplante and Company LLC hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 22 to celebrate the grand opening of its new office at 342 Front St.
RiverMills Senior Center unveils Veteran’s Hallway
CHICOPEE — Memorial Day is a time to remember those who lost their lives fighting for our country’s freedom. Chicopee observed that concept on May 23 with the Harvey Lafleur Veteran’s Hallway dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony inside the RiverMills Senior Center.