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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.
Ron Chimelis
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.
HCC celebrates grand opening of new program for adult learners
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College celebrated the grand opening of its Marieb Adult Learner Success Center, a new support program for adult learners and student-parents, on Dec. 11.
Kwanzaa celebrations set to take place in multiple cities and towns
With the holiday season here, the Kwanza Collective in the Valley announced 2024 Kwanzaa itinerary, featuring events across Springfield, Chicopee and Holyoke.
Don Sanders responds to claims about Victory Theatre project
HOLYOKE — MIFA Executive Artist Director Don Sanders met with the City Council to discuss updates to the Victory Theatre project.
Springfield Capt. Brian Keenan offered Holyoke Police Chief job
HOLYOKE — After a lengthy process, Springfield Police Captain Brian Keenan has been named as the next Holyoke police chief.
Holyoke awarded funds to combat speeding, looking to volunteers for task force
HOLYOKE — Like many cities and towns in Massachusetts and across the country, pedestrian and road safety are two priorities at the top of each municipality’s goals. Holyoke was awarded state and federal grants totaling $247,850 to fund the preparation of a comprehensive speed-management plan to bring about safer streets.
Holyoke businesses collecting toys to give back to community
HOLYOKE — The city’s High Street Merchants have launched a Community Toy Drive to benefit area children.
Herald communities get ready to kick off Christmas season
With Thanksgiving in the past, Chicopee, Holyoke and South Hadley get ready to host their respective tree lighting ceremonies and holiday celebrations.