Holyoke

Herald communities prepare for Memorial Day events

By Tyler Garnet | May 11, 2026

Herald communities prepare for Memorial Day events

Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia speaks on the importance of Memorial Day during the 2024 ceremony. Reminder Publishing photos by Trent Levakis. Communities across Western Massachusetts and the country are ready to honor their deceased service men and women. Memorial...

Holyoke School Committee, union reach tentative agreement following yearlong negotiation

By Tyler Garnet | May 11, 2026

Holyoke School Committee, union reach tentative agreement following yearlong negotiation

HOLYOKE — Following more than a year of back-and-forth discussions, the Holyoke Teachers Association and Holyoke School Committee bargaining teams announced that they reached a tentative contract agreement during their mediation session on May 6.

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Holyoke City Council appoints Allen as new city auditor

By Tyler Garnet | May 7, 2026

Holyoke City Council appoints Allen as new city auditor

HOLYOKE — The Holyoke City Council has appointed Cheryl Allen to become 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.

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Girls Inc. unveils new headquarters for programming and other opportunities

By Tyler Garnet | May 4, 2026

Girls Inc. unveils new headquarters for programming and other opportunities

HOLYOKE — Girls Inc. of the Valley introduced its newly renovated headquarters on May 1, marking a major milestone in expanding opportunities for girls across the region.

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Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill

By Sarah Heinonen | Apr 30, 2026

Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill

The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.

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Paper City Fabrics breathes new life into thrift store model

By Tyler Garnet | Apr 29, 2026

Paper City Fabrics breathes new life into thrift store model

HOLYOKE — Paper City Fabrics is stitching together sustainability and accessibility, using a thrift store model to give new life to donated textiles while keeping sewing affordable for the community. By recirculating fabrics and notions back into the hands of local...

Without a contract for 300 days, Holyoke educators continue push for new deal

By Tyler Garnet | Apr 28, 2026

Without a contract for 300 days, Holyoke educators continue push for new deal

HOLYOKE — Holyoke educators are continuing to push for a new contract that includes competitive salaries, improved leave policies, and a school calendar aligned with neighboring districts as negotiations with the city continue.

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City Council approves development of a poet laureate position for Holyoke

By Tyler Garnet | Apr 24, 2026

City Council approves development of a poet laureate position for Holyoke

HOLYOKE — Holyoke’s arts and culture scene has just been elevated after a recent City Council vote.

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Annual mini golf event at the Holyoke Pubic Library returns on May 2

By Tyler Garnet | Apr 24, 2026

Annual mini golf event at the Holyoke Pubic Library returns on May 2

HOLYOKE — Bookshelves will double as fairways when the Holyoke Public Library tees up its annual mini golf event on Saturday, May 2, turning the library into a one-of-a-kind course for players of all ages.