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The Chicopee Braves scrimmage at Patriots preseason game

By | Aug 20, 2024

The Chicopee Braves scrimmage at Patriots preseason game

CHICOPEE — It is all young athletes’ dream to one day get the chance to play on a professional field in their respective sport. Luckily for many members of the Chicopee Braves 8u football team, they got the chance to live out that dream on Aug. 8.


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Increased capacity at new food bank location

By | Aug 15, 2024

Increased capacity at new food bank location

CHICOPEE — With the increased capacity of its new location on 25 Carew St. in Chicopee, the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts is better able to confront the 44% increase in food insecurity brought on by inflation and the end of coronavirus pandemic-era funds, according to Executive Director Andrew Morehouse.


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City Council discusses approving multiple capital purchases

By | Aug 13, 2024

City Council discusses approving multiple capital purchases

CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on Aug. 6, Mayor John Vieau looked for the appropriation of 12 capital purchases totaling approximately $2.3 million in total funds for the City Council to approve.


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Chicopee Police Department hosts National Night Out for 30th year

By | Aug 13, 2024

Chicopee Police Department hosts National Night Out for 30th year

CHICOPEE — National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.


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By | Aug 13, 2024

Second annual domino tournament receives upgrade after donation

CHICOPEE — For the second straight year, the Hispanic Heritage Domino Tournament will be hosted on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lucy Wisnowski Park, 32 Chestnut St.


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Chicopee police make a kid’s wish to become a cop come true

By | Aug 13, 2024

Chicopee police make a kid’s wish to become a cop come true

CHICOPEE — Mayor John Vieau and the Chicopee Police Department were able to fulfill a dream for Make-A-Wish recipient Xander Padilla by swearing him in to be a cop for the day.


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By | Aug 6, 2024

Chicopee Zoning Committee denies overlay district change after public speaks out

CHICOPEE — After hearing from multiple residents, the Zoning Committee denied a zone change for a Mill Conversion and Commercial Center Overlay.


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By | Aug 6, 2024

Chicopee City Council approves funding for City Hall Phase 2 renovations

CHICOPEE — Mayor John Vieau and the City Council hosted a special meeting on Aug. 1 to discuss funding for City Hall Phase 2 renovations.


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The Center Alternative Cooperative officially opens in Chicopee

By | Aug 6, 2024

The Center Alternative Cooperative officially opens in Chicopee

CHICOPEE — The city hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for The Center Alternate Cooperative, 264 Exchange St., which aims to be an apothecary, local goods, event and education center focused on whole health and wellness.


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By | Jul 30, 2024

Center Fresh Farmers Market thrives at Chestnut Street location

CHICOPEE — Center Fresh Farmers Market has returned to Chicopee Center for another year but this time at Lucy Wisniowski Memorial Park, 32 Chestnut St.


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