Holyoke
WinnCompanies converts Holyoke’s historic mill into senior housing
HOLYOKE — WinnCompanies recently announced the completion of a $55.3 million adaptive reuse that transformed a long-vacant, historic mill complex into 88 affordable apartment homes for seniors ages 55 and older.
Holyoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Committee prepares to name Grand Colleen; honor award recipients
With January halfway completed, the St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke is gearing up for multiple events ahead of the 73rd St. Patrick’s Parade weekend.
Holyoke assessors to correct CPA assessment rate on residents’ bills
Holyoke residents may or may not have noticed an incorrect Community Preservation Act tax rate on their bills at the start of the new year.
Unions raise ethics concerns over Rivera’s ongoing role in Holyoke police affairs
HOLYOKE — Holyoke City Councilor Israel Rivera has caught the attention of two unions that represent the Holyoke Police Department after his OUI arrest on Dec. 20.
Holyoke hosts Kwanzaa celebration in City Hall
HOLYOKE — The city of Holyoke hosted a Kwanzaa celebration on Dec. 26, the first day of Kwanzaa in City Hall.
Screening committee chosen to find Holyoke’s next superintendent
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke School Committee met on Dec. 17 to review and approve a slate of candidates who will serve on the screening committee for the superintendent search.
Holyoke officially swears in Garcia, other elected officials
HOLYOKE — Holyoke welcomed returning and newly elected officials during the 2026 inaugural swearing-in ceremony on Jan. 5 inside the City Hall auditorium.
Pickleball Kingdom opens facility in Holyoke, its first in Mass.
HOLYOKE — Pickleball Kingdom hosted a grand opening for its brand-new, state-of-the-art indoor pickleball facility on Dec. 20 at 50 Holyoke St.
MSBA approves three repair projects for Holyoke Public Schools
HOLYOKE – The Massachusetts School Building Authority’s Board of Directors approved 93 potential projects in 45 districts that will benefit targeted school repairs, including three projects in Holyoke.
Nakajima appointed as Holyoke’s next planning director
HOLYOKE — Mayor Joshua Garcia appointed Amherst resident Eric T. Nakajima to head the city’s Office of Planning and Economic Development.
