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So That Reminds Me: talking mental health with MiraVista

So That Reminds Me: talking mental health with MiraVista

On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me” MiraVista Behavioral Health Center Chief of Creative Strategy and Development Kimberley Lee sat down with hosts Chris Maza and Tyler Garnet to talk all about the services MiraVista provides.


Holyoke hosts graduation council listening session

Holyoke hosts graduation council listening session

HOLYOKE — Massachusetts Education Secretary and interim Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Dr. Patrick Tutwiler visited Holyoke High School on June 5 as part of a series of listening sessions to discuss potential new statewide graduation requirements.


Holyoke Farmers Market announces upcoming season

Holyoke Farmers Market announces upcoming season

HOLYOKE — With the warmer weather finally here, The Holyoke Farmers Market has returned and announced its schedule for their 46th season, with two outdoor markets each week starting on June 10 and 11.


Paper City Clothing opens new location

Paper City Clothing opens new location

HOLYOKE — Paper City Clothing Company invited the community to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 30 to showcase their new business at 144 High St.


Velis, local leaders honored by Scouting America

Velis, local leaders honored by Scouting America

HOLYOKE — The Western Massachusetts Council of Scouting America hosted its annual Distinguished Citizen Dinner on June 4 at the Log Cabin as a pioneering astronaut, a decorated state senator, a university president and a leading attorney were all highlighted for their career work.


Holyoke School Committee approves FY26 budget

Holyoke School Committee approves FY26 budget

HOLYOKE — During its May 27 meeting, the Holyoke School Committee approved the fiscal year 2026 budget of $135.3 million, which represents a spending increase of $6.4 million, or 5% from FY25.


Holyoke unveils mural of beloved community leader

Holyoke unveils mural of beloved community leader

HOLYOKE — Holyoke honored a community leader with an unveiling event on May 27 to showcase a new public mural honoring Betty Medina Lichtenstein, a beloved and trailblazing community figure and advocate for Holyoke’s most marginalized youth and families for over four decades.


Brow eyeing rebrand for new restaurant at Wyckoff Country Club

Brow eyeing rebrand for new restaurant at Wyckoff Country Club

HOLYOKE — The newly renovated Wyckoff Country Club will feature a rebranded restaurant with Chef Andrew Brow bringing his award-winning flavors to The Heritage Greens.


First Holyoke Paper Festival set for June 7

First Holyoke Paper Festival set for June 7

HOLYOKE — Residents and neighboring community members are invited to celebrate creativity, innovation and the legacy of The Paper City at the first Holyoke Paper Festival, taking place Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., at De La Luz Soundstage at LightHouse, 114 Race St.


Garcia proposes budget after State of City address

Garcia proposes budget after State of City address

HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua A. Garcia gave his fourth annual State of the City address at the Holyoke Special City Council meeting on May 13, which included his proposed fiscal year 2026 budget.