Chicopee
Chicopee welcomes Gándara’s Los Campeones program
CHICOPEE — On Thursday, Nov. 22, Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, Gándara Center CEO Lois Nesci, state Sen. John Velis (D-Westfield), Chicopee Mayor John Vieau, and a representative from the office of state Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield), along with a host of community members, joined together for the grand opening of Los Campeones, a residential treatment program for men.
Kwanzaa celebrations set to take place in multiple cities and towns
With the holiday season here, the Kwanza Collective in the Valley announced 2024 Kwanzaa itinerary, featuring events across Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke.
Chicopee Parade Committee announces award recipients for 2025
CHICOPEE — With St. Patrick’s Day approaching before we know it, Chicopee Parade Committee President Kathy Sliwa announced multiple award recipients for the 2025 parade season on Dec. 3.
Chicopee hosts annual tree lighting ceremony
CHICOPEE — Chicopee kicked off the holiday season with its annual tree lighting on Dec. 6 on the City Hall Campus.
Holiday Bazaar Spreads Christmas cheer in Chicopee
CHICOPEE — The holiday season is here, and with it comes the third annual Holiday Bazaar hosted by the congregation of the Faith United Methodist Church. This bazaar will take place on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 191 Montcalm St.
Chicopee schools request $8 million for multiple capital improvements
CHICOPEE — During the School Committee meeting on Dec. 4, the committee approved sending a request for $8.3 million to the city for seven capital improvement priorities recommended by Finance and Budget subcommittees.
Chicopee working on advancing Police Department technology
CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on Dec. 3, Mayor John Vieau and Police Chief Patrick Major discussed several items and appropriations to upgrade the technology at the Police Department.
Local business owner and mom runs 45th marathon
CHICOPEE — When Diana Varypatakis started running 41 years ago, she never imagined that she would run one marathon, never mind 45 marathons. But that’s the amazing milestone she recently accomplished.
Beloved auto shop closes, owner thanks community
CHICOPEE — After 32 years of business, Don Roy’s Auto Body & Appearance Center Inc. has closed its doors and its owners have moved onto a new chapter in their lives.
Chicopee honors Diabetes Awareness Month with flag raising
CHICOPEE — For the first time in Chicopee, the city joined together to raise a flag to commemorate Diabetes Awareness Month.
This event goal was to shed light on the impact of diabetes, a chronic condition affecting millions across the nation.
