Chicopee
State Rep. Shirley Arriaga ready for her second term in 2025
State Rep. Shirley ArriagaReminder Publishing file photo CHICOPEE — With 2025 in full swing, state Rep. Shirley Arriaga (D-Chicopee) talked with Reminder Publishing to discuss her goals and priorities for her second term. Arriaga is a lifelong resident of Chicopee...
Mutt Rescue receives earmark to help dogs find new homes
CHICOPEE — Mutt Rescue, located at 102 Grove St., received a legislative earmark to assist with its mission of rescuing dogs and helping them find their next home.
Sen. Velis maps out goals and priorities for 2025
With the new year here, Reminder Publishing talked with state Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield) to discuss his outlook and goals for 2025.
Oliveira to continue work on education, transportation, health care
Massachusetts’s new legislative session has begun, and state Sen. Jake Oliveira has his eye on several issues he plans to address over this two-year term. Oliveira, who was first elected to the state Senate in 2022 and reelected in November 2024, said he wants to continue to tackle education, transportation and healthcare.
Chicopee Parade Committee to honor award recipients at President’s Dinner
CHICOPEE — The St. Patrick’s Parade Committee of Chicopee is hosting its annual President’s Dinner at the Portuguese American Club, 149 Exchange St., Chicopee on Saturday, Feb. 1, beginning at 6 p.m.
Soto leaves Chicopee to pursue another endeavor
CHICOPEE — Chloe Soto has served as the mayor’s communications and special projects director for close to three years but has decided it was time to take on a new adventure.
Chicopee PD receive funding to focus on pedestrian and driver safety
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Police Department announced that it has received $59,790 in grant funding to focus on distracted driving, impaired driving and pedestrian safety in the city.
Chicopee City Council discusses adding process to recall an elected official
CHICOPEE — During the Jan. 7 City Council meeting, the council discussed a favorable Rules Committee report regarding adopting a proposed recall provision for an elected official.
Holyoke, Chicopee St. Patrick’s Committees get ready for parade season
The St. Patrick’s Parade Committee of Chicopee and Holyoke have already begun planning for the 2025 season.
Legislators name HERO Act, gun law, housing among accomplishments
SPRINGFIELD — Both state Sen. Adam Gomez and state Rep. Carlos Gonzalez spoke about the gun legislation signed into law by Gov. Maura Healey as one of the most important achievements of the last legislative session.
