Holyoke
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.
Holyoke officially swears in Keenan as next police chief
HOLYOKE — After being offered the job following a public interview session, former Springfield Police Capt. Brian Keenan was officially named the next Holyoke police chief during a swearing-in ceremony on Jan. 7.
Holyoke and Chicopee receive grants to prevent youth violence
The Healey-Driscoll administration recently announced funding awards through the Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative, including new funds to support violence prevention in public housing sites.
New Holyoke middle school to retain name, color and mascot
HOLYOKE — After a groundbreaking event in March, Holyoke’s new middle school is set to open next fall for about 550 students in grades 6-8 and have come to decision with a name and mascot that residents of the city may already be familiar with William R. Peck School.
Holyoke Farmer’s Market continues with two indoor locations
HOLYOKE — The colder weather is not stopping the Holyoke Farmer’s Market from continuing to allow vendors and businesses to sell their product to local residents.
Holyoke lowers tax rate, but residents can still expect small increases
HOLYOKE — On Dec. 17, the City Council voted on the shift factor that set the tax rate for residential and commercial properties.
Holyoke City Council approves solution to paying off sewer deficit
HOLYOKE — The City Council gathered for a special meeting Dec. 16 to vote on a shift factor to determine the tax rate for residential and commercial properties and discuss a sewer receipts deficit.
Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival donates $43,000 to area nonprofits
From left, Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival Coordinator Peter Langmore, volunteers Julie Pike, Laurie Flechsig, Liz Ducharme, Diane Peacy; Dr Elian Campbell and Cindy Williamson of River Valley Counseling Center, and John Leary and Erin Godfrey of Forum...
Toy for Joy donations surge with deadline looming
The Toy for Joy campaign is in its final stages, but a late surge in donations will make countless children and families happy this Christmas.
James “Jim” Meenaghan named 2025 Gallivan Award recipient
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke St. Patrick’s Committee announced on Dec. 10 that James “Jim” Meenaghan is the 52nd recipient of the Gallivan Award, which is awarded to a long-standing member of the association who, while not a resident of the city of Holyoke, has made significant contributions to the overall success of the parade and the association.
