Chicopee
Public meeting outlines plans for Chicopee battery storage facility
CHICOPEE — Representatives from Silo Electric, Uriel Renewables and other stakeholders hosted a public meeting on June 4 to discuss plans for a new battery storage facility located at 425 Meadow St. that is set to begin operating in July.
Aurora’s Pizzeria reopens with a new location near previous one
CHICOPEE — Aurora’s Pizzeria has a new home down the road from its old storefront, and to celebrate, it hosted a grand reopening ceremony on June 2 at its new 1782 Westover Road location.
Chicopee School Committee approves $139.4M budget for FY27
CHICOPEE — The School Committee approved an approximately $139.4 million fiscal year 2027 budget during its June 1 meeting, an increase from $136.7 in FY26.
Herald communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations
Chicopee, Holyoke and South Hadley are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays that bring residents together for an evening of festivities, family activities and summer tradition.
Stamborski set to retire in June; Cross to become next Chicopee fire chief
CHICOPEE — After 29 years of service, Fire Chief Daniel Stamborski is set to retire from the Chicopee Fire Department on June 16.
Facemate property development reaches milestone at topping off ceremony
Mayor John Vieau stands with the development partners and construction workers at the Singing Bridge Residences topping off ceremony.Reminder Publishing photo by Tyler Garnet CHICOPEE — Chicopee’s soon-to-be-tallest residential building reached a significant milestone...
Daniels becomes city’s new economic development director
CHICOPEE — Michael Daniels will now be tasked with boosting Chicopee’s economic development after recently being named the city’s director of the department.
So That Reminds Me: Pride Month events in Western Massachusetts
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” hosts Ryan Feyre and Tyler Garnet sat down with Holyoke Pride Committee members Jeffery Bianche and Jeffrey Anderson-Burgos, while Chris Maza and Dennis Hackett sat down with Springfield Pride Parade Founder and CEO Taurean Bethea to chat about what’s in store for Pride Month in their respective communities.
Steffenhagen looks to modernize department as Chicopee’s new city auditor
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee City Council has appointed Tiana Steffenhagen as the new city auditor, tasking the official with overseeing municipal finances, conducting independent reviews of city spending and ensuring transparency and accountability across all departments.
Vershon recognized by Chicopee for achieving Eagle Scout rank
CHICOPEE — Isabel Vershon was recognized at the May 5 City Council meeting by Mayor John Vieau and the city of Chicopee for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.