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  Rumbleseat scores extended hours for World Cup
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves FY27 budget with minor cuts
  

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  HTA claims teacher was let go as retaliation for union involvement
  

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  South Hadley Selectboard provides tax override updates during public feedback session
  

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  Molina fills Ward 7 seat on Holyoke School Committee
  

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  Cross outlines vision as new Chicopee fire chief
  

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  Chicopee City Council appropriates funds to provide tax relief
  

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  Holyoke bans future data center developments
  

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  Holyoke School Committee approves $128.7 million FY27 budget
  

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  State grant will upgrade Chicopee’s fiber network infrastructure
  

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  Vieau releases $283.5 million FY27 budget proposal for the city
  

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  Holyoke YMCA receives state earmark to upgrade locker rooms
  

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  High Street tenants call for reforms after being forced out due to unsafe living conditions
  

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  Mosier school project moves forward with design for new elementary school
  

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  Proposed Holyoke Data Center causes heated debate
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves sewer rate increase for FY27
  

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  Chicopee City Council votes down mandatory in-person meetings
  

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  School Committee approves using free cash to fund three positions in FY27
  

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  Public meeting outlines plans for Chicopee battery storage facility
  

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  Aurora’s Pizzeria reopens with a new location near previous one
  

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  Chicopee School Committee approves $139.4M budget for FY27
  

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  Herald communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations
  

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  Gándara Center opens new women’s recovery residence in South Hadley
  

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  Stamborski set to retire in June; Cross to become next Chicopee fire chief
  

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  Healey tours Veterans Home in Holyoke to highlight progress
  

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  Holyoke looks to fill School Committee vacancy
  

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  South Hadley superintendent proposes using free cash for four positions in FY27
  

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  Facemate property development reaches milestone at topping off ceremony
  

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  Holyoke mayor gives State of City address
  

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  Daniels becomes city’s new economic development director
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Pride Month events in Western Massachusetts
  

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  Kmart Plaza to get a new look after Holyoke City Council approves demolition plans
  

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  Holyoke’s inaugural Lupus Awareness Walk to take place on May 31
  

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  Steffenhagen looks to modernize department as Chicopee’s new city auditor
  

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  South Hadley Town Meeting members approve most articles, including $1.2M for town departments
  

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  Vershon recognized by Chicopee for achieving Eagle Scout rank
  

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  Agilent Technologies opens new Chicopee manufacturing facility
  

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  South Hadley Town Meeting elects to save some school services and fund library
  

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  Dean Technical unveils apprenticeship program wall for union trade jobs
  

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  HTA officially votes in favor of new contract with salary increases
  

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  HG&E receives approval for liquefied natural gas expansion project
  

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  Herald communities prepare for Memorial Day events
  

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  Holyoke School Committee, union reach tentative agreement following yearlong negotiation
  

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  South Hadley eyeing September for another tax override vote
  

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  Holyoke City Council appoints Allen as new city auditor
  

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  Comedy night fundraiser to honor Ashton Conroy, support Blood Cancer United
  

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  Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry receives check to combat food insecurity
  

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  Girls Inc. unveils new headquarters for programming and other opportunities
  

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  Rivers Park baseball field re-dedicated in honor of Dan Dulchinos
  

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  Budget dominates South Hadley’s Town Meeting warrant
  

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  Paper City Fabrics breathes new life into thrift store model
  

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

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  Wicked Twist food truck brings southern style food to Chicopee
  

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  City Council approves development of a poet laureate position for Holyoke
  

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  South Hadley to discuss another tax override question to curb cuts
  

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

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  Chicopee man faces child exploitation charges
  

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  After pushing himself backward, veteran moves forward with new wheelchair
  

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  Chicopee School Committee approves School Choice seats for 2026-27
  

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  Holyoke provides update on Municipal Modernization Act implementation
  

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  YMCA, Comcast to expand digital opportunity in Holyoke
  

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  Historic Deerfield announces schedule for Revolution’s 250th anniversary
  

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  Libretto Café celebrates downtown Holyoke grand opening
  

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  Chicopee Fire Department announces upgrades to enhance emergency response services
  

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  City Council approves $8.13 million appropriation to balance school budget
  

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  South Hadley voters oppose both tax overrides and SHELD facility
  

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  Holmes recognized by Chicopee for achieving Eagle Scout rank
  

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  South Hadley moves toward regionalizing with Westfield’s dispatch center
  

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  Moulton makes Senate campaign stop in Holyoke
  

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  Pilot opens new travel center in Chicopee
  

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  Chicopee helps raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease with flag raising
  

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  School Committee approves School Choice slots for 26-27 school year
  

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  Holyoke’s Ordinance Committee to host public hearings about proposed zoning changes
  

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  Sheriff’s Department’s funding woes end many partnerships
  

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  Holyoke Pride to host ‘1946’ screening and Q&A with Mary Lambert
  

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  Sunshine Village welcomes Theroux as new president and CEO
  

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  MassDOT provides design update for Streiber School sidewalk project
  

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  South Hadley School Committee approves $27.5M FY27 budget before election
  

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  Holyoke takes next step toward building new middle school
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Woo Sox, Yard Goats ready get seasons in full swing
  

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  Potential tax override and electric light facility highlight April 14 election
  

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  Schematic design phase begins for Barry school project
  

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  Chicopee receives grant to transition school buses to electric
  

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  Ethics Commission alleges former Holyoke councilor violated conflict of interest law
  

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  Chicopee Schools’ finance director discusses preliminary FY27 losses
  

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  South Hadley Selectboard continues to work on budget in advance of override vote
  

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  Chicopee receives funding for phase 2 of Abbey Brook revitalization project
  

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  Nationally televised comedy showcase comes to Chicopee
  

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  Holyoke joint committee addresses middle school, literacy and bus safety
  

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  Providence Ministries residents express concern after transition announcement
  

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  RiverMills Center receives state funding for building upkeep
  

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  South Hadley superintendent presents $27.5M school budget ahead of override vote
  

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  Chicopee’s Battle of the Badges returns for its 10th year
  

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  Holyoke’s grand colleen embraces tradition ahead of parade weekend
  

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  Holyoke schools’ projected FY27 budget reflects a $2.6 million gap
  

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  Nonna’s Village brings endless possibilities of fun to Chicopee
  

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  Healey makes campaign stop in Chicopee to announce future plans
  

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  Holyoke City Councilors file order to allow WWII siren tradition to continue
  

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  Anna E. Barry school project moves into next phase after MSBA approval
  

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  Selectboard approves ballot with two budget overrides for April 14 vote
  

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  Chicopee City Council votes on two controversial Zoning Committee applications
  

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  Collaborative coalition launches effort to tackle community inequities
  

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  Holyoke celebrates Irish Heritage Month with flag raising
  

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  Neal announces federal funding for Holyoke’s sewer overflow system
  

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  South Hadley residents support proposed tax override
  

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  STRM: Gionfriddo and Sullivan discuss the upcoming Big Broadcast
  

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  South Hadley maintains same trash fee for FY27
  

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  City Council approves funding for new golf course walk-in cooler after much debate
  

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  Chicopee unveils state-of-the-art technology at Real Time Information Center
  

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  Healey and Driscoll make campaign stop in Holyoke to announce future initiatives
  

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  Harmony House of Western Massachusetts highlights recent genorosity; gives 2026 outlook
  

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  Holyoke Public Schools paraprofessionals seek new contract
  

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  Holyoke School Committee selects Jackie Glasheen as next HPS superintendent
  

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  South Hadley officially sets Special Town Meeting amid budget problems
  

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  Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee prepares to name its next colleen
  

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  Holyoke discusses Finance Department changes, provides fiscal status updates
  

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  Chicopee honors Black History Month with flag raising ceremony
  

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  City Council approves proposed restructure of its Finance Department
  

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  Chicopee discusses snow removal efforts despite short-staffed DPW
  

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  Holyoke approves lease agreement to help with snow removal
  

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  South Hadley School Committee discusses potential cuts, tax override in FY27 budget
  

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  Holyoke observes Black History Month with flag raising, gospel performance
  

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  Chicopee’s Office of Community Development begins public engagement process for CDBG grant
  

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  Superintendent Search Committee recommends three finalists for position
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Highlighting local wings and game day bites
  

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  Neal, McGovern visit Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen to address food insecurity
  

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  Neal announces federal funding for nitrogen removal project
  

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  Blessed Sacrament School to close after over 100 years
  

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  South Hadley to further discuss Mosier school building project at Feb. 5 tour and meeting
  

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  South Hadley may host Special Town Meeting to discuss tax override options
  

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  Mayor, School Committee mourns the loss of ‘Chet’ Szetela
  

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  Garcia looks forward to building on Holyoke’s progress in next term
  

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  Auditor finds state regulation violations at Veterans’ Home in Holyoke
  

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  Holyoke police unions call for Rivera’s resignation after receiving arrest footage
  

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  Holyoke receives grant to replace aging cables
  

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  Vieau looks to keep Chicopee affordable; highlights other goals for next term
  

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  WinnCompanies converts Holyoke’s historic mill into senior housing
  

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  Chicopee swears in Eric Watson as acting police chief
  

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  Holyoke’s St. Patrick’s Day Committee prepares to name Grand Colleen; honor award recipients
  

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  Holyoke assessors to correct CPA assessment rate on residents’ bills
  

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  Chicopee receives grant to advance infrastructure work at Uniroyal site
  

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  South Hadley’s Budget Task Force to host two listening sessions in January
  

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  Unions raise ethics concerns over Rivera’s ongoing role in Holyoke police affairs
  

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  Holyoke hosts Kwanzaa celebration in City Hall
  

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  Melha Shriners present ‘Comfort Kits’ to Chicopee first responders
  

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  Screening committee chosen to find Holyoke’s next superintendent
  

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  Maintenance director provides updates on Chicopee school facility projects
  

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  Chicopee introduced to returning, newly elected officials during inauguration ceremony
  

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  Holyoke officially swears in Garcia, other elected officials
  

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  Kwanzaa Collective makes Chicopee stop
  

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  Pickleball Kingdom opens facility in Holyoke, its first in Mass.
  

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  MSBA approves three repair projects for Holyoke Public Schools
  

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  Nakajima appointed as Holyoke’s next planning director
  

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  Chicopee awarded grant to design sewer separation project
  

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  Chicopee police chief set to retire
  

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  Catie’s Closet opens new space in Peck Middle School
  

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  Chicopee parade committee unveils tartan, seeks next colleen
  

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  West Side Town Council bids farewell to departing members
  

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  Educators vote ‘no confidence’ in Holyoke School Committee’s bargaining team
  

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  Chicopee enters five-year contract for PD data platform
  

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  South Hadley residents will see tax bill increases in FY26
  

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  Garcia urges Holyoke City Council to vote on new sewer rate for FY27
  

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  Sublime Systems announces Holyoke project pause
  

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  Study urges more schools to implement Breakfast in the Classroom
  

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  Chicopee reacts to state graduation requirements proposal
  

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  Holyoke project to add apartments, storefronts
  

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  Rumbleseat’s new golf room tees off with grand opening
  

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  Chicopee School Committee discusses body worn cameras on school officers
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves tax shift; tax bills to increase
  

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  Chicopee hosts annual tree lighting ceremony
  

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  West Springfield School Department begins budget process for FY27
  

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  Community rallies following Holyoke fires
  

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  South Hadley’s Budget Task Force to host listening session
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves treasurer position, opens search
  

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  Chicopee School Committee approves policies for graduation requirements
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee, South Hadley prepare to kick off holiday season
  

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  Szetela Early Childhood Center recommended for new school
  

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  Partners Restaurant & Catering celebrates 40 years in business
  

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  Baystate Health to offer buyouts in bid to cut costs
  

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  HCC women’s volleyball team finishes historic 2025 season
  

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  Healey addresses hunger crisis during visit at Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
  

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  Holyoke designer creates gown for Oz historian
  

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  Holyoke hosts Veterans Day ceremony at War Memorial Building
  

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  South Holyoke Homes unveiled at ribbon cutting event
  

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  Chicopee recognizes Veterans Day with multiple observances
  

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  VOC unveils Belcher apartments at former Chicopee school
  

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  Chicopee sets FY26 tax rate with increase
  

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  Holyoke city auditor leaving to pursue another opportunity
  

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  Chicopee voters elect multiple new faces to serve the city
  

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  Vega preparing to lead Western Mass. Economic Development Council
  

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  Holyoke City Council welcomes new faces following election
  

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  Voters choose Derby as Easthampton’s next mayor
  

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  West of the River Chamber to host 16th annual Food Fest West
  

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  Ohana Clubhouse looks to bring family, community together
  

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  Chicopee preparing to help residents affected by SNAP pause
  

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  13-year-old Victoria Narvaez set to release debut single
  

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  West Springfield High School using Xello to help students’ future
  

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  Holyoke’s Ward 5 School Committee candidates talk race
  

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  Way Finders breaks ground on affordable housing investment
  

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  Torres honored with Latino Excellence Award
  

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  South Hadley Town Meeting set for Nov. 5
  

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  Candidates look to replace longtime city collector
  

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  Holyoke’s at-large City Council candidates look to earn their spot
  

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  Holyoke City Council candidates share goals, priorities
  

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  Chicopee City Council Wards 2, 5 answer questions ahead of election
  

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  Holyoke Public Schools announce 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame class
  

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  Refill Water Store opens first of its kind in area
  

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  Holyoke City Council at-large incumbents share goals
  

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  Holyoke City Council votes down controversial sanctuary city resolution
  

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  Exhibit highlights historical Black leaders
  

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  Chicopee City Council at-large challengers outline platforms
  

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  Chicopee Halloween Spooktacular returns to Szot Park on Oct. 23
  

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  Chicopee’s Ward 3 council candidates share goals ahead of election
  

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  Agreement allows STCC, HCC students to reside at Elms
  

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  Garcia opens community headquarters for election season
  

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  Holyoke receives state funding to prepare for extreme weather
  

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  Chicopee’s tallest building breaks ground at former Facemate property
  

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  Two face off for Chicopee School Committee at-large seat
  

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  Laflamme, Roy state their cases for Chicopee City Council at-large seat
  

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  Volleyball Hall of Fame to host induction ceremony Oct. 18
  

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  Healey visits Holyoke to highlight public safety initiative
  

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  Paper City Food Festival, Doors Open Holyoke return Oct. 11
  

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  The Great Holyoke Brick Race returns for 14th year
  

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  Veolia continues service in Holyoke with new 10-year agreement
  

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  Lending Libros Project installs another free library in Chicopee
  

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  New South Hadley superintendent discusses entry plan
  

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  Shadow, Sound, Spectacle bringing ‘Literary Monsters’ to Holyoke
  

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  Route 202/33 rezoning proposal set for Town Meeting
  

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  Partnerships to expand access to mental health resources in Chicopee, Holyoke, South Hadley
  

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  Chicopee, Holyoke awarded funds for affordable preschool access
  

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  Agawam’s newest IT director ready to bring department to next level
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee share preliminary election results
  

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  Belcher School awarded $100,000 for HVAC upgrades
  

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  South Hadley discussing multiple plans to tackle budget deficit
  

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  Chicopee comes together at 9/11 remembrance ceremony
  

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  Organizers protest ICE; decry resolution in Holyoke
  

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  West Springfield Middle School adapting to new YONDR pouches
  

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  HCC 24-hour theater festival returns Sept. 20
  

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  MSBA approves three repair projects for Holyoke schools
  

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  South Hadley School Committee fills final vacancy
  

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  Chicopee School Committee receives updates on capital projects, improvements
  

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  Chicopee City Council to put quarterly tax payment question on November ballot
  

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  Chicopee to unveil new community hub on Sept. 13
  

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  Holyoke cuts ribbon on new middle school
  

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  West Springfield unveils plans for Main Street redesign
  

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  Holyoke starts first school year after receivership
  

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  Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee to host Designer Purse Bingo
  

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  Alternative site designs for Barry School project revealed
  

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  Vieau says downtown Chicopee is undergoing a ‘renaissance’
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee to host preliminary elections
  

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  Parish Cupboard pickleball tourney to raise pantry funds
  

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  Chicopee, South Hadley discuss increased Chapter 90 funding
  

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  Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade Committee names 2026 grand marshal
  

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  Florence Bank hosts groundbreaking ceremony for new branch
  

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  Pizza Lino brings New Jersey style pizza to Chicopee
  

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  West Springfield rededicates its war memorial to include all veterans
  

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  Beyond Walls display art installations at the new Beyond Armour Yard location
  

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  Holyoke Chamber files criminal complaint against former executive director
  

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  Groundbreaking hosted for site of new Pilot Travel Center
  

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  Chicopee hosts Abbey Brook ribbon cutting
  

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  ACAA to host annual art festival on Aug. 23 and 24
  

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  Phase 3 of South Holyoke Homes project receives state funding
  

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  Garcia named finalist for Mayor of the Year by NREC
  

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  CHD launches social program for adults with cognitive impairments
  

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  Chicopee woman runs race in honor of late son
  

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  Chicopee hosts biggest National Night Out yet
  

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  VOICE Veterans Picnic in the Park to return to West Springfield
  

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  Chicopee reviews health insurance rates, selection and offerings
  

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  Wagner to resign at end of August to pursue next chapter
  

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  Fourth annual Back to School event returns to Chicopee Aug. 24
  

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  C3 Hispanic Heritage domino tournament returns Aug. 23
  

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  City discusses Holyoke Mall shooting
  

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  Western Massachusetts Training Consortium community fair celebrate 50 years
  

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  Panel discusses allocation of opioid settlement funds
  

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  Aurora’s Pizzeria gets visit from Dave Portnoy
  

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  Disc golf course opens at Buttery Brook Park
  

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  West Springfield Town Council approves charter ballot question
  

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  Fiesta Patronales returns to Holyoke for fourth annual event
  

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  SunRise Sweets brings delicious treats, uplifting messages to Chicopee
  

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  Chicopee’s National Night Out will take place on Aug. 6
  

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  Chicopee to install bus violation detectors to improve student safety
  

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  WESTCOMM officially opens new dispatch center
  

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  West Side’s townwide tag sale to return
  

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  After Incarceration Support Systems office opens
  

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  Holyoke Art partners with Art Pharmacy
  

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  South Hadley fills one vacancy, one more vacancy remains
  

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  AJGA tournament returns to Chicopee
  

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  Agawam National Night Out takes place on July 25
  

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  Holyoke working to utilize opioid settlement funds
  

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  Arriaga works toward four-day work week for Massachusetts
  

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  Chicopee approves $276.2 million FY26 budget
  

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  Summer concerts return to Summit House
  

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  West Springfield Public Library kicks off summer programming
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival
  

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  Holyoke receives state funding to expand work-based learning
  

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  Holyoke City Council makes final cuts before approving budget
  

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  Chicopee Historical Society to unveil book on Inshaw this fall
  

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  Chicopee increases property tax exemption for disabled veterans
  

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  West Springfield Charter Review Committee discusses potential revisions
  

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  Holyoke schools officially exit state receivership
  

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  Chicopee celebrates Juneteenth with flag raising
  

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  Officials speak out against Job Corps pause
  

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  YMCA, Marcotte Ford launch personal training program
  

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  OneHolyoke CDC hosts lunch event to discuss housing crisis
  

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  Dangerous Chicopee intersection receives earmark for improvements
  

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  Chicopee School Committee approves $133 million budget
  

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  Concerns rise over homeless community in West Springfield park
  

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  MassDOT to share proposed High and Maple corridor project in Holyoke on June 24
  

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  Diploma applications open after MCAS repeal
  

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  Chicopee educators, city host final bargaining session before summer break
  

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  Chicopee celebrates Portuguese Heritage Month with flag raising
  

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  Chicopee announces launch of Project Lifesaver
  

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  West Springfield students recognized for accomplishments
  

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  Holyoke hosts graduation council listening session
  

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  Holyoke Farmers Market announces upcoming season
  

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  At-large seat to remain vacant in Chicopee; mayor term may be extended
  

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  Chicopee Pride Festival returning for fifth year on June 14
  

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  New trash carts are set to arrive in South Hadley this month
  

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  Chicopee approves 600 residential unit project
  

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  Paper City Clothing opens new location
  

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  West Springfield Town Council approves proposed $134 million budget
  

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  Holyoke School Committee approves FY26 budget
  

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  Holyoke unveils mural of beloved community leader
  

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  Style and Grace Hair Studio introduces new location to Chicopee
  

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  Laplante and Company hosts May 22 ribbon cutting
  

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  Brow eyeing rebrand for new restaurant at Wyckoff Country Club
  

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  First Holyoke Paper Festival set for June 7
  

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  RiverMills Senior Center unveils Veteran’s Hallway
  

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  Garcia proposes budget after State of City address
  

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  Holyoke discusses sewer separation project to benefit city
  

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  WIC opens new location in Chicopee’s Willimansett area
  

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  Holyoke Pride Committee announces schedule of events planned for June
  

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  Voyik appointed new South Hadley school superintendent
  

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  Chicopee educators seek end to workplace violence
  

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  West Springfield hosts public hearing for proposed $134 million budget
  

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  Western Massachusetts Baseball Hall of Fame to welcome new members
  

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  So That Reminds Me: raising foster care awareness
  

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  Agawam STEM teacher wins award; highlights district’s programs
  

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  South Hadley Town Meeting approves all 23 articles, including budget
  

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  Mount Holyoke College service workers rally for union contracts
  

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  Holyoke Community College appoints Robles as police chief
  

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  All Our Kids launches foster care awareness campaign
  

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  Chicopee’s Bowe School celebrates its 100th birthday
  

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  South Hadley exploring options for partially collapsed building
  

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  Holyoke Fire Department receives safety education grants
  

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  Chicopee School Committee discusses proposed $132 million FY26 budget
  

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  Chicopee City Council approves door-to-door sale ordinance to prevent scams
  

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  Holyoke celebrates Arbor Day and nature
  

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  NAMI set to host 25th annual walkathon to help combat mental illness
  

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  IQ Ink and Embroidery opens new location on North Chicopee St.
  

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  Mutt Rescue closes doors after license doesn’t get renewed
  

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  Warrant available for South Hadley Town Meeting
  

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  Shadow, Sound, Spectacle set to perform Literary Monsters
  

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  Holyoke teachers speak out as receivership nears end date
  

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  South Hadley committee discusses superintendent search
  

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  Urban Co-Works opens new location in Holyoke
  

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  MassHire Holyoke relocates operations
  

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  Chicopee schools continue updating student and transportation safety
  

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  Chicopee residents express concern about potential Barry School site
  

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  West Springfield Town Council approves CPC funding for affordable elder housing
  

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  So That Reminds Me: The Zoo in Forest Park is open for the season
  

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  South Hadley shares town election results
  

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  The Consortium celebrates 50 years of community impact
  

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  Holyoke remembers and mourns loss of Patrick Brennan
  

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  Showcase South Hadley to highlight arts, music on April 26, 27
  

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  MiraVista honors woman who turned grief into hope for many
  

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  Rotary Club hosting Eat, Drink and Be Holyoke on May 1
  

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  Chicopee hosts inaugural Parkinson’s Awareness Month flag-raising
  

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  Chicopee Fire Department receives safety education grants
  

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  Yummy Asian Cuisine celebrates grand opening
  

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  Chicopee educators bring contract fight to School Committee
  

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  Agawam Junior Women’s Club to host annual SpringFest May 3
  

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  Club Tiger After School and Preschool center opens
  

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  South Hadley hosts groundbreaking for Buttery Brook Park
  

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  Chicopee School Committee approves School Choice slots
  

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  Food Bank of Western Mass. receives federal funding cut
  

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  HWRSD capital costs debate continues
  

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  Holyoke Cannabis seeking nearly $300K in refunds from the city
  

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  Holyoke hosts flag raising for Sikh community
  

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  Holyoke Pride Committee announces upcoming events
  

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  The Good Dog Spot donates to Foundation for TJO Animals
  

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  Chicopee City Council: Honoring a colleague and moving forward
  

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  MassDOT hosts public hearing for proposed Chicopee bridge replacement
  

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  Chicopee City Council approves new human resources chief
  

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  Federal education funding cuts to impact Holyoke, Chicopee
  

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  Historical Association seeking dealers for Spring Flea Market
  

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  South Hadley receives funds for behavioral, mental health services
  

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  South Hadley residents express frustration with town budget through writing campaign
  

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  Two contested races on tap for South Hadley’s April 8 election
  

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  Chicopee gathers to honor Vietnam War veterans
  

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  Abbey Brook revitalization project receives state funding for Phase 2
  

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  Chicopee mourns loss of Robert Zygarowski
  

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  West Springfield Town Council approves contract that includes body worn cameras
  

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  Garcia presents PILOT policy for Holyoke to adopt
  

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  St. Patrick’s Committee honored ahead of parade weekend
  

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  Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Bridge replacement hearing set for April 3
  

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  Beauty Batlles to host anniversary celebration
  

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  South Hadley Selectboard approves budget, wastewater and trash increases
  

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  Chicopee gathers to raise Polish Flag for St. Joseph’s Day
  

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  Fill the Food Bank returns for second year April 1
  

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  Pickleball Kingdom set to open first Mass. location in Holyoke
  

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  Holyoke seeks community input for multiple projects
  

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  Holyoke to send statements of interest to MSBA for school roofs
  

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  Chicopee City Council approvals to advance Facemate development
  

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  Chicopee schools receive funds for expanded behavioral, mental health services
  

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  Adult Day Health Center aims to get people out of the house
  

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  Video Game Giants opens location in Chicopee
  

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  South Hadley schools propose cuts to 19 positions; programs
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee colleens talk journey, reaction to being selected
  

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  Greater Holyoke YMCA hosts first women’s leadership panel
  

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  Soto discusses Holyoke’s FY26 school budget projection
  

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  Holyoke gets feedback on improving downtown signage
  

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  Chicopee receives update to MSBA Anna E. Barry Elementary project
  

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  South Hadley mulls proposed trash, wastewater fee increases
  

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  Chicopee City Council advocates for decreased energy costs
  

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  Holyoke preparing for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
  

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  Chicopee hosts open house for three city projects
  

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  Garcia announces $19M in cuts will impact Holyoke
  

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  Elms hosts eighth annual Black Experience Summit
  

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  Springfield Thunderbirds visit MiraVista
  

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  Garcia hosts kickoff event to launch reelection bid
  

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  Girls Inc. of the Valley hosts Girl Day at Holyoke City Hall
  

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  56 Suffolk St. property condemned by city of Holyoke
  

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  Chicopee Public Schools improvement projects get prioritized
  

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  Chicopee City Council approves citywide instant messaging program funds
  

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  South Hadley administrator expects tough budget season
  

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  Local entrepreneur Ruiz acquires Wyckoff Country Club
  

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  Traffic amendment approved after two objections
  

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  Holyoke Art receives $20K CFWM Flexible Funding grant
  

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  Holyoke supporting popular bar owner after ALS diagnosis
  

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  City to host meeting for downtown wayfinding signage plan
  

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  Flag raising, storytelling part of Black History Month ceremony
  

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  Volunteers needed for Envision Our Chicopee
  

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  School Committee receives preliminary FY26 budget numbers
  

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  Soto discusses joint statement affirming the rights of immigrants
  

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  Chicopee observes Black History Month with flag raising
  

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  Chicopee School Committee discusses time change and potential repairs
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves resolution decrying comedian’s Puerto Rico joke
  

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  Safe Streets For All grant money to be used in Chicopee after delay
  

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  Chicopee’s Battle of the Badges returns for ninth year
  

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  Chicopee City Hall access plan changes with renovations
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee get ready to name their respective colleen
  

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  WMCD Inc. looking for volunteers for its biggest event
  

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  Wingstop officially opens its next location in Chicopee
  

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  Garcia named grand marshal for Tralee’s St. Pat’s parade
  

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  Soto named interim superintendent as Holyoke eyes local control
  

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  Holyoke City Council president, residents discuss Councilor Bartley’s recent actions
  

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  Chicopee adopts situation table program to aid at-risk individuals
  

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  Chicopee City Council disputes security funds for SilverBrick Mills
  

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  Holyoke voters make treasurer position appointed
  

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  Valley Players present ‘Love Letters’ as its February production
  

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  West Springfield Town Council approves one traffic amendment, tables another
  

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  Duffy looks to expand on work from previous terms
  

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  Holyoke reminds residents of way to submit complaints online
  

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  State Rep. Shirley Arriaga ready for her second term in 2025
  

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  Mutt Rescue receives earmark to help dogs find new homes
  

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  South Hadley School Committee discusses FY26 budget
  

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  Sen. Velis maps out goals and priorities for 2025
  

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  Every Moment We’re Alive receives $10K donation
  

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  Logo contest underway for new Peck Middle School
  

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  Chicopee Parade Committee to honor award recipients at President’s Dinner
  

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  Soto leaves Chicopee to pursue another endeavor
  

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  Bridget Moynahan named JFK Award recipient in Holyoke
  

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  West Side Town Council hosts four traffic rules hearings
  

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  Holyoke PD receives funding to upgrade systems
  

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  Holyoke to host special election on Jan. 28 for treasurer’s position status
  

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  Chicopee PD receive funding to focus on pedestrian and driver safety
  

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  Chicopee City Council discusses adding process to recall an elected official
  

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  Holyoke, Chicopee St. Patrick’s Committees get ready for parade season
  

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  Holyoke officially swears in Keenan as next police chief
  

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  School Committee receives quarterly budget update for FY25
  

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  South Hadley Select Board reallocates ARPA funds
  

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  Holyoke and Chicopee receive grants to prevent youth violence
  

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  Chicopee approves Real Time Information Center to improve safety
  

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  New Holyoke middle school to retain name, color and mascot
  

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  Holyoke Farmer’s Market continues with two indoor locations
  

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  Chicopee High School track coach named MIAA coach of the year
  

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  Organ donation recipients share stories at event in Chicopee
  

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  South Hadley schools lay out potential FY26 budget public hearing date
  

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  Holyoke lowers tax rate, but residents can still expect small increases
  

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  Holyoke City Council approves solution to paying off sewer deficit
  

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  City Council approves truck stop application after many speak out
  

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  Paws Finding Peace announces the opening of pet aftercare center
  

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  Agawam lays out pavement management plan for 2025
  

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  Wreaths Across America convoy makes stop in Agawam
  

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  James “Jim” Meenaghan named 2025 Gallivan Award recipient
  

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  Chicopee welcomes Gándara’s Los Campeones program
  

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  HCC celebrates grand opening of new program for adult learners
  

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  Kwanzaa celebrations set to take place in multiple cities and towns
  

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  Chicopee Parade Committee announces award recipients for 2025
  

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  Chicopee hosts annual tree lighting ceremony
  

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  South Hadley lower tax rate will see higher tax bill for most homeowners
  

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  Don Sanders responds to claims about Victory Theatre project
  

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  Chicopee schools request $8 million for multiple capital improvements
  

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  Chicopee working on advancing Police Department technology
  

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  Springfield Capt. Brian Keenan offered Holyoke Police Chief job
  

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  City Council sets FY25 tax rate that will slightly increase taxes
  

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  Holyoke awarded funds to combat speeding, looking to volunteers for task force
  

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  Holyoke businesses collecting toys to give back to community
  

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  Chicopee honors Diabetes Awareness Month with flag raising
  

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  Herald communities get ready to kick off Christmas season
  

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  Local and state officials join the March for the Food Bank
  

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  Former assistant district attorney takes over as city solicitor
  

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  Residents, City Council discuss ‘controversial’ proposed truck stop
  

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  Holyoke creates an ethics and compliance hotline
  

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  DESE hosts meeting to discuss transition plan update
  

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  Puerto Rican Cultural District designated in Holyoke
  

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  Residents, City Council discuss ‘controversial’ proposed truck stop
  

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  Vacant Chicopee School Committee seat filled after close vote
  

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  West Springfield shifts CIP factor, resulting in an increase in taxes
  

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  Agawam senior receives Certificate of Academic Excellence
  

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  Jeff Walsh named O’ Connell award recipient for parade contributions
  

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  Holyoke honors veterans while pledging to do more to help
  

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  South Hadley residents vote against five of 12 articles at Special Town Meeting
  

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  Chicopee partners with Lorraine’s food pantry for citywide food drive
  

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  Puerto Rican community celebrates heritage during, after flag raising
  

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  Chicopee gathers to honor Veterans Day with multiple observances
  

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  Fattman reelected, ‘sweeps’ state Senate competition
  

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  Holyoke designer creates gown for Oz historian attending ‘Wicked’ premiere
  

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  Town Council meets with new veterans service head
  

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  Boys and Girls Club of Chicopee unveils new teen center
  

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  Chicopee sets FY25 rate at tax classification hearing
  

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  Two vacant mill sites receive project updates in Chicopee
  

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  Chicopee City Council approves three resolutions to combat littering
  

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  Chicopee City Council allocates funds to help with one vacant, one new position
  

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  March for Food Bank returns for 15th year on Nov. 25
  

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  Chicopee uses housing development incentive program for ‘Red House’ project
  

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  FunnyRaising Comedy Show to benefit Harmony House on Nov. 9
  

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  Chicopee honors Italian Heritage Month with flag raising
  

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  Pathfinder Tech receives largest grant in school history
  

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  South Hadley special Town Meeting warrant available for Nov. 13
  

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  Chicopee School Committee looking for new at-large member after resignation
  

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  Chicopee PD looking for community’s help in preventing future crimes
  

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  Chicopee FD celebrates two long awaited capital improvement project
  

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  Chicopee raises flag to honor Polish Heritage Month
  

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  Chicopee recognizes volunteers involved in back-to-school event
  

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  Chicopee hoists flag to raise breast cancer awareness
  

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  Wilbraham Select Board tabs new fire captain, library trustee
  

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  Mac the therapy dog showing positive results at South Hadley High School
  

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  New monument installation to commemorate Franco-American
  

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  Chicopee Halloween Spooktacular returns to Szot Park on Oct. 24
  

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  House of Koolada’s welcomed to Chicopee with ribbon cutting ceremony
  

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  Chicopee resident releases new book to relive certain period of history
  

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  Community celebrates Route 5 water, sewer infrastructure project
  

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  Annual Ware Domestic Violence Awareness Walk returns on Oct. 20
  

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  Kane’s Krusade upcoming 5K run/walk to help keep dogs out of shelters
  

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  Green Mountain Electric Supply opens Chicopee location with road show
  

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  Public forum set for police staffing study findings in South Hadley
  

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  Chicopee travels back in time while opening time capsule from 1976
  

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  ChicopeeTV horror short film will debut at free event on Oct. 17
  

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  South Hadley Mosier Elementary School Building project advancing
  

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  Chicopee officially bans single use plastic bags for retail stores
  

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  Chamber of Commerce hosts workforce development listening session
  

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  Hardwick prepares for Special Town Meeting on Oct. 17
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee superintendent discusses priorities for school year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry gets ready to celebrate milestone
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Cemetery Tours return to Wistariahurst Museum
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  VCare donates $5K to fund electronic search and rescue equipment
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Priority Urgent Care opens first Massachusetts branch in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee officially welcomes back ValleyBike Share
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ware police chief receives public education letter from State Ethics Commission
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee hosts ribbon cutting for Gyro Express
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee honors dancers representing Team USA in November
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Three Chicopee special permit applications eye housing, commercial spaces
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee, Westover host exercise to prepare for hypothetical EMP attack
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Elms College, Square One sign agreement to enhance opportunities
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  American Legion Post 260 to honor those missing in action
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Burnett Road development moratorium extended for another year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee comes together at 9/11 remembrance ceremony
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown Fair making annual return for 165th year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Williams wins another term in House following close contest
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Springfield, Chicopee voters reelect Adam Gomez to state Senate
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Gas pump fundraiser will help raise funds for Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  School Committee public input speakers seek change
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  ‘Gyro Express’ offers Greek and Mediterranean cuisine
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council approves two School Department projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee hosts hydrocephalus flag raising event to raise awareness
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Boys and Girls Club teen center project receives funding help
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  ‘Will Bike 4 Food’ returns to raise money for Food Bank of Western Mass.
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Smith’s voter eligibility complaint dismissed after hearing in Ware
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ware Select Board approves potential legal action against Mary Lane demo
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Emily Franke publishes children’s book to help those deal with grief
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ware receives superintendent evaluation report from Chicopee School Committee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee commemorates Overdose Awareness Month with flag raising
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Mental Health Association headquarters officially opens in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee to host first designer bag bingo
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee hears updates to student supports services
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council approves funds for 165 Front St. security upgrades
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Brimfield Antique and Flea Market returns Sept. 3
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ware Planning Board continues to discuss two solar array projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee raises flag to celebrate Indian Independence Day
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  25th Anniversary Ken O’Neill Golf Marathon taking place on Aug. 26 in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee hosts ribbon cutting for yarn bombing display
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee announces early voting for state primary location and times
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  The Chicopee Braves scrimmage at Patriots preseason game
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Where are they now?
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  MSBA helping fund school projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Selectboard makes ruling on dangerous dog that harmed multiple pets
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  City Council discusses approving multiple capital purchases
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Police Department hosts National Night Out for 30th year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Second annual domino tournament receives upgrade after donation
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee police make a kid’s wish to become a cop come true
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Hardwick Community Fair returns for 262nd year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Zoning Committee denies overlay district change after public speaks out
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council approves funding for City Hall Phase 2 renovations
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  The Center Alternative Cooperative officially opens in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown resident’s art to be displayed at local gallery
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Local nursing homes facing fines, receivership
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley schools to increase athletic user fees
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Center Fresh Farmers Market thrives at Chestnut Street location
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Fareti wins Vincent Falardeau award for talent on and off the field
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown police officers to begin wearing body cameras
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Selectboard sets dangerous dog hearing after tragic incident
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  City Council endorses Envision Our Chicopee: 2040
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  AJGA tournament returns to Chicopee for sixth year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Two Chicopee schools given reports after observations
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Pioneer Valley Health and Rehab Center complaints cause state to step in
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Superintendent Herman meets residents during ‘Cuppa Joe’ event
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Select Board approves adjustment counselor position
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee PD kicks off fundraising campaign to help Christmas wish lists
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  14-unit condominium approved to be built at 105 East St.
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Select Board approves fundraising efforts for PD comfort dog
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Eos Foundation shares report of Chicopee schools serving breakfast
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee FY25 budget gets approved with multiple increases
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee announces rescheduled date for fireworks celebration
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council discusses grant to help with multiple projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee parks receive funding for upgrades
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Fire Department receives grants for safety education
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Superintendent discusses vote of no confidence for South Hadley principal
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee begins work on evaluating superintendent
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Summer concert series returns to Aldenville Commons
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Summer Concert Series to return to Summit House for 37th year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley works on becoming a green community
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council votes to change time of bi-weekly meetings
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Envision Our Chicopee: 2040 helps plan for future of city
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  McKinstry Farms prepares for first-ever Strawberry Festival
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Golden Nozzle Car Wash welcomed with ribbon cutting ceremony
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee celebrates Portuguese Heritage Month with flag raising
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Hampden County reaches 48% food insecurity, according to survey
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee raises flag in support of LGBTQIA+ community
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Town Meeting Committee provides recommendations
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Harmony House officially opens doors with ribbon cutting in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Pride Fest returning for fourth year on June 15
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee approves proposed FY25 budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee mayor appropriates funds to help with tax levy
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee superintendent discusses safety plan amid concerns
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Company gets ready for June production
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Anna Barry Building Commission meets with potential OPM
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  NHN food pantry receives donation after church concert
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Memorial Day ceremony honors heroes with ceremony
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Fruit Fair in Chicopee hosts event to highlight rooftop greenhouse project
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee preliminary FY25 school budget continues to be discussed
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee residents see plans for fixing ‘dangerous crash areas’
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Ordinance Committee goes over banning plastic bags
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Abbey Brook Revitalization project in Chicopee receives additional funds
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee receives updates on HVAC projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Boys and Girls Club continues renovations
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Selectboard discusses opioid funds and trash and recycling contract
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  SHEA and Mosier staff submit vote of no confidence for principal
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  DPW Committee hosts meeting to discuss residents’ complaints
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee to begin hosting monthly cleanup events in May
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee teachers speak out over concerns for their safety
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Price Rite and Feed the Children help battle food insecurity
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley Town Meeting approves 32 of 34 articles
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Schools receive Teacher Diversification Grant funds
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Harms nominated for MIAA Distinguished Service Award
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Committee discusses more local control over school budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee PD receives grant to help with opioid crisis
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Anita Anderson Cooper excited to become chorale’s next music director
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  FY25 budget approved at Town Meeting after residents voice concerns
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley fills out committees during joint meeting
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: Irish food at Mitchell’s Public House
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee receives MCAS presentation
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Applicant continues process for potential mixed-use business on Grove Ave.
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  ValleyBike Share program returns to the region this month
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Harmony House ready to open doors to provide support
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Comp legislative tour showcases Farm to School program
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Lifelong Thunderbirds fan gets to live out dream
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Warrant available for South Hadley’s Town Meeting
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  MA FRESH grant teaches Holyoke students gardening, more
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee school budget continues to go through preliminary stages
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Mayor John Vieau joins Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee begins search for Anna E. Barry School project OPM
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Petros’ new owner looks to continue making restaurant a staple in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  HCS Head Start receives MA FRESH grant funding
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley hosts public hearings for sewer rates and trash collection
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee raises flag to celebrate Sri Lankas’ culture
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee receives grants from Cultural Council
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee shows support for Paint Stewardship bill
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Police Department participating in Blue Envelope Project
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee focuses on discipline rates
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Public Library celebrates 20th anniversary
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Public schools continues work on FY25 budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee utilizing opioid settlement funds to educate youth
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council approves purchase of jets skis for enhanced water recovery
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee superintendent provides entry plan findings
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  School Committee looking to fill vacant seat after resignation
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley administration continues work on FY25 budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  World Autism Day celebrated by Sunshine Village in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen gets ready for two events
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee schools share preliminary FY25 budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council discusses banning plastic bags
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Munich Haus bartender honored with award
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley continues its FY25 budget process
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee parade float wins prize despite colleen controversy
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee approves areas of focus for SOA
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee raises Polish flag to celebrate St. Joseph’s Day
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council approves funds for city improvements
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley School Committee approves its FY25 budget
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley School Committee approves School Choice openings
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley to honor Vietnam veterans during special event
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Westcomm breaks ground on new dispatch center in Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Phase 2 of Chicopee City Hall renovation receives grant
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Planning Board approves potential new wine bar on Grove Avenue
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Crossroads fiber continues installing faster internet to Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee celebrates Irish community, culture with flag raising
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee’s Battle of the Badges returns for eighth year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Imperio Brazil Grocery brings its cultural roots to Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  McKinstry Farms in Chicopee to host giant Easter Eggstravaganza event
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Musician putting on benefit to give back to veterans
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Student Advisory Council continues work on seal of community service
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee’s Colonial Café is open again with a new look
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  MSBA approves Anna E. Barry Elementary to enter into feasibility stage
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee celebrates first Dominican Independence Day flag raising
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Julie Nails salon welcomed to Chicopee with ribbon cutting ceremony
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Six-month-old with severe heart failure receives community support
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  St. Patrick’s Day weekend boosts local economy
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Father Bill Tourigny decides to retire while ‘on a high note’
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee discusses financials of municipal golf course
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee police officers recognized for helping scammed residents
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  School Committee approves South Hadley High School to leave NEASC
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee working to identify potential lead in service lines sheathed cables
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Exquisite Café opened its doors in downtown Chicopee Feb. 12
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Art of Ukrainian refugee to be displayed at Chicopee Public Library
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee School Committee talks about ADA compliance of each school playground
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee accepting colleen applications
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee St. Patrick’s Parade Committee picks colleen, court Feb. 24
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley working on addressing absenteeism rates in schools
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Former Chicopee central library building receives ARPA funds for revitalization
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  School Committee, City Council working on pedestrian safety near schools
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Uniroyal, Facemate property in Chicopee receives funds for future development
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Abbey Brook restoration and revitalization project is underway
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee Parade Committee honors 2024 president and VIP’s
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley School Committee discusses potential FY25 budget challenges
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley School Committee promotes, extends interim Superintendent McLaughlin one year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Mental Health Association moving headquarters to Chicopee
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee’s Fruit Fair named a Massachusetts Sustainable Business of the Year
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee celebrates Black history month with flag raising ceremony
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council OKs funds for central library building revitalization
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  South Hadley continues to honor principal who passed away
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  e-Cyclist showroom in Ludlow offers full bike customization
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow Police Department names new sergeant
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow school superintendent continues budget work ahead of public hearing
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown approves special permit for another marijuana establishment
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Carriage Grove approval might be one vote, few conditions away
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Generations of Red Sox fans flock to Springfield for Winter Weekend
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow 250th Celebration Committee looking for parade sponsors
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow CARES educates community about mental health
  

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  Pink W.A.Y. to host annual Legends Show fundraiser
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  The Monster Den brings Brazilian cuisine to Ludlow
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown Select Board approves use of ARPA funds for two projects
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Belchertown Select Board weighs cost of special Town Meeting, election
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Firm presents final plan for Ludlow’s East Street revitalization project
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow Planning Board discusses potential battery energy storage project
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow receives Fair Share Amendment allocation
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Ludlow School Committee anticipates more budget cuts
  

• Tyler Garnet

  
  
  
  Chicopee to see road, safety improvements in 2024
  

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  Leena’s Place celebrates first anniversary in Belchertown
  

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  Northampton Coca Cola plant to close in December, 175 layoffs expected
  

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  Easthampton City Council approves two tax relief orders after override vote
  

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  Northampton City Council passes $152.5 million FY27 budget
  

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  Westfield kicks off Pride Month with sixth flag raising
  

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  Northampton mayor presents $152M budget to council, warns of override in FY28
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Gonzalez reacts to Baystate’s merger with Mercy
  

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  Scoreboard oozes traditional sports bar feel at every corner
  

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  Holyoke City Council restores WWII siren tradition after much discussion
  

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  Westfield Planning Board backs new police headquarters project
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Wildman and Christie discuss St. Patrick’s Day
  

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  Chicopee becomes first in state to launch bus stop-arm safety program
  

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  Soto gets three-year contract for School Department’s chief of finance position
  

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  A delectable breakfast style pizza comes to Indian Orchard
  

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  Thousands rally in Northampton against ICE raids across country
  

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  Northampton looks to restore stream channel on Old Wilson Road
  

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  Easthampton City Council accepts grants for Parks and Rec. projects
  

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  Easthampton leaders advocate for ranked-choice voting
  

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  Western Mass. leaders come together to combat hunger
  

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  So That Reminds Me: Monte Belmonte discusses 16th annual March for the Food Bank
  

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  Voters choose Derby as Easthampton’s next mayor
  

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  Springfield subcommittee shares new policy to draw revenue from nonprofits
  

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  Special permit approved for 111-unit redevelopment project in Springfield
  

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  At large candidates state their cases for Springfield City Council
  

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  West Springfield at-large council candidates state priorities ahead of Nov. 4
  

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  Springfield City Council approves GoNetSpeed installations in Indian Orchard
  

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  West Springfield at-large candidates talk priorities and vision ahead of election
  

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  Springfield City Council learns about Baystate efforts against breast cancer
  

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  Gaines outlines goals, background ahead of election
  

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  Springfield officials target drugs at city parks, churches
  

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  West Springfield School Department receives funding for improvements
  

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  Lawmakers seek explanation for closure of city office
  

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  West Side mayoral candidates talk about goals, campaign ahead of election
  

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  Springfield City Council holds off on GoNetSpeed connections for second time
  

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  Springfield Museums exhibit offers look into witch history
  

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  Springfield City Council delays vote on apartment space requirements
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield councilors’ resolution supports stricter drug laws near playgrounds and schools
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Big E celebrates hometown on West Springfield Day
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Healey pushes energy bill in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee approves $5M grant for Glickman HVAC upgrades
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Council subcommittees talk elderly gambling addiction
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Discussion continues around Dollar Tree issues in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Incumbents win respective wards during preliminary election
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Duggan driveway to be named in honor of head custodian
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield honors bravery of first responders on 9/11
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam reflects, remembers September 11
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam approves Power Supply Program Aggregation Plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield’s $20M EPA grant in jeopardy after judge’s ruling
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Gardens owners will likely reach $10M settlement with AG
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield residents hope to add Urban Woodlands Ordinance to books
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee approves new competency determination
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates grand opening of Carpark and The Landing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  MassDems highlight progress and preview state convention in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Plan B Burger Bar closes three locations, including one in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield councilor wants ‘Re-Store Springfield’ department
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New initiative brings increased police presence to Union Station
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Law Department working on unpaid tickets ordinance language
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield candidates discuss priorities ahead of primary
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam High School announces 2025 hall of famers
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Councilors seek answers to added ADU water, sewer costs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield seeks repairs after West Street Bridge closure
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Neal celebrates 90th anniversary of Social Security
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fancy Bagels opens second Massachusetts location
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Carriage House set for SPT fundraiser on Aug. 24
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  School Committee, City Council races make up Springfield ballot
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Duggan Academy’s early college program favored by state designation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield councilors’ new ordinance tackles unpaid ordinance tickets
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hampden County jails featured in new docuseries
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Markey, Neal, state delegates tour Springfield JCC on Aug. 14
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Springfield resident wins gold at National Senior Games
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  The Big 3: Three songs to help sunset summer
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Indian Orchard gets new boxing gym on Main Street
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Walker Grandstand scoreboard gets new name
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Perez sues following ‘wrongful termination’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Springfield election features a couple races, including mayor
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam ballot takes shape ahead of fall election
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Johnson shares project updates with Agawam City Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fire departments’ kickball game to support MDA
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Indie Soul Festival returns with genre-spanning vision
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Councilors seek stricter drug laws to protect parks, schools
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Organizations urge SJC to hear biomass appeal
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  White Lion Brewing opens ‘PrideLands’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Councilor Maria Perez fired from New North Citizens Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves plethora of grants
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Delgado seeks RFP process for Springfield fiber network
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Councilors hold off on Springfield’s GoNetSpeed connections until next meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves nearly $3M grant for city projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Library seeks input for strategic plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council talks setting apartment square footage requirements
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Family, friends, dignitaries honor Sullivan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Water pipe work for ‘X’ project to happen all summer
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Group spearheads community art initiative to study betting impacts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Organizations secure $875K in tax credits for initiatives
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  BJ’s breaks ground at Springfield Crossing, expected to open this year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ribbon cutting celebrates JCC’s pickleball, basketball courts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Eastern States Exposition unveils 2024 economic impact
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam City Council approves resolution for battery storage facility
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hampden County overdoses slightly down in 2025
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam High School project still on time, budget
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield secures $5M for HVAC upgrades at Glickman
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield among those suing Trump admin over EPA grants
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates opening of first public skate, bike park
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  DCAMM accepting bids for new Springfield courthouse
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Real estate agent exploring restaurant incubator in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam councilor wants to reconvene town’s internet task force
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Gas station weed’ officially banned in city after council passes ordinance
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  City seeks land swap or ‘fair market value’ for new Gerena School
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield councilors advocate for stricter laws around drugs near playgrounds, schools
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield leaders continue fight against biomass plant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fireworks celebration returns to Springfield July 4
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  BJ’s is coming to Springfield Crossing ‘later this year’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  State hires advisor for new courthouse project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates Juneteenth with flag raising
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council extends pawn broker moratorium; approves MSBA bond authorization
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield officials want further legal action against Garcia Market after drug bust
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Iconic’ Forest Park grandstand gets $4 million renovation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam City Council passes $116.6 million budget
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Prioritizing what people can do;’ council OKs skills-based hiring ordinance
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Historic Homes Tour comes to McKnight Historic District on June 22
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves initial step of gas station weed ordinance
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Empowerment Zone awards $420K to youth programs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves CPA funding for 19 projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Velis, Spilka talk school-based behavioral health program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves $8M public subsidy for Springfield Crossing project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Victims lost over $600K from bitcoin scams since January 2024
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Bonding of $3.3M approved to buy new department vehicles
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Concerns raised over ‘gas station weed’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Bay Meadow residents get high-speed internet
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam’s FY26 budget requires no layoffs of existing personnel
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ramos submits legislation to allow red light cameras’ installation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Councilors, advocates slam Appeals Court ruling on biomass plant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield observes Memorial Day with annual ceremony
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Council approves Sarno’s $985.7M budget with no layoffs or service cuts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Applications open for ’certificate of attainment’ graduates seeking diploma
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Three major drug trafficking networks dismantled
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield’s SBA office closure criticized by lawmakers
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Side celebrates annual concert series
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves honorary street sign for Leonard Naylor
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  No increase to Springfield water and sewer rates; new charge proposed
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  CPC recommends remaining CPA funding for projects in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Groundbreaking kicks off ‘X’ reconstruction project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam forms task force to help improve athletic fields
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Neal discusses fed cuts, Trump’s tax bill
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Donation combats illicit narcotic trafficking
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves lower fine for container placement violations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Pilot program to revitalize section of Indian Orchard
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council and advocates rally for Clean Slate legislation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council joins fight against termination of EPA grant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  City Council backs MGM dealers union with resolution
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hampden voters pass articles for Thornton W. Burgess, Fire Department repairs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sarno unveils over $985 million FY26 budget at City Hall
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield teachers union seeks competitive salary, improved medical leave
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee approves $671 million budget
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Concerns raised over federal asthma funding loss
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield CPC sends first round of CPA funding recommendations to council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Curran asks for new Western Mass. undersecretary of economic development
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves ratified contract between police and city
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Baystate Health makes more cuts, lays off 43 employees
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dinnall names new Springfield assistant superintendents
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dewey’s has three months to provide status updates
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Public airs concerns, questions about new courthouse
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Massachusetts reports fifth most antisemitic incidents across U.S.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Reopening of Place 2 Be stalls for time being
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Public hearing will focus on housing, community development plans
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Marginalized communities amplified with grant awards
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Public meeting for ‘X’ construction project set for May 14
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  One Monarch Place cleaners protest new contractor
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam City Council approves funds for Still Brook Park amenities
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council urges Legislature, DPU to protect consumers from high utility rates
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield’s school budget public hearing set for end of April
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Council ratifies public health nurses’ contracts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  CSO breaks ground on Worthington Street housing project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield recognizes National Organ Donation Life Month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Local communities unite to crack down on dirt bikes
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northeast Large Scale Train Show returns to Big-E fairgrounds
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Springfield receives grants for fire safety, education
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield on verge of passing lower fine for container placement violations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves just over $5 million in Chapter 90 funds
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Target spokesperson confirms location in Springfield Crossing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Pride Parade expected to be ‘biggest, boldest’ yet
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Community honors local legend with street naming ceremony
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Puppolo’s bill seeks additional regulations for accessory dwellings
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: Boricua Bites brings comfort food to Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam City Council endorses ordinance regulating battery storage systems
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  School Committee passes competency determination for 2025 graduates
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Design shared for Birnie Avenue/Gerena School tunnel
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Protesters rally in support of Social Security benefits
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Study weighs synthetic vs. natural grass for LHS stadium field
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield, West Side react to federal K-12 funding cuts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Springfield School Committee approves $58.1M budget
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New school cameras MOU is available on Springfield Public Schools website
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Developer proposes housing units at former Maple Street offices in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Place 2 Be hopes to reopen within next couple months
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Financial literacy program becomes crucial during time of inflation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Cignoli says ‘X’ reconstruction project is ‘ready to go’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield pushes ‘zero tolerance’ message for illegal dirt bikes
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Central High School’s basketball court now named after Travis Best
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hearing on Birnie Ave./Gerena School Pedestrian Tunnel set for April
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee authorizes SOIs for 12 SPS projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  U.S. Postal Workers protest possible privatization
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sarno solicits department budget proposals for FY26
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Carpark to be fully operational by end of month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield hosts flag raising to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam City Council authorizes SOIs for four elementary school roofs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield honors leaders in education on International Women’s Day
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee approves school cameras memorandum
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Executive order promotes agreements for public works projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Eversource petitions vote delayed amidst rate increases
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Headway being made on 7-9 Stockbridge St. rehabilitation in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Healey flaunts tax cuts package in Springfield visit on March 11
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Nonprofit testifies in favor of pilot lending program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Johnson, Reichelt share budget and project updates
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dziedzic describes colleen experience as ‘once-in-a-lifetime’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee to vote on new five-year MOU for school cameras
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Budget season begins in earnest for Springfield School Department
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Gándara Center activates new young adult housing program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield CPC receives its highest number of CPA funding requests ever
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam School Committee hears high school parking updates
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  La-Z-Boy confirms Springfield Crossing location
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Delgado introduces skills based hiring ordinance for Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Run to End Homelessness set to return for 12th year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield residents, subcommittee air concerns about Eversource rates at meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  $4.1M federal grant to cover Union Station streetscape improvements
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Live animal center reopens at Springfield Science Museum with new exhibit
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  A new chapter: Libertas Academy opens new facility at Liberty Street
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  SPS looks to fill two assistant superintendent positions
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Revised MOU for school cameras on verge of passing Springfield School Committee
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Parent Villages celebrates reopening, purchase of downtown Springfield property
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Springfield hoping to purchase parcel for police station
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Legislators demand review of energy rate increases
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fat Tuesday Jazz Night to capture Mardi Gras spirit
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council extends residency requirement for municipal employees to two years
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield selected for no-cost energy efficiency support service
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves funding for new police technology
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council backs resolution in support of school bus camera bill
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Curran asks Sarno administration to initiate public safety complex feasibility study
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council passes resolution in support of all Liberians living in U.S.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Agawam superintendent reviews impact of high school project this spring
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ford chosen for national fellowship to advance birth equity
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Gonzalez announces bid for Ward 1 council seat
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Medical marijuana amendment fails to pass Springfield City Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: Sweet, savory and succulent chicken and waffles
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Caring Health Center aims to improve access with Boston Road facility
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ramos highlights accomplishments, shares plans for upcoming year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Betty Steadward receives Indian Orchard’s purple cane
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Neal announces grant for electric school buses in Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield schools address ICE mass deportation concerns
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Council approves ADU zoning regulations for Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Habitat offers new virtual program involving financial literacy
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hearing date for accessory dwelling units ordinance set in Agawam
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  El Cafetín brings Puerto Rican fare to Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Asset Management Board approves new courthouse proposal
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Applications for Springfield’s senior tax work-off program to open in February
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates MLK Day with ceremony and flag raising
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Believe:’ theme of Dinnall’s state of schools address
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield teachers union, School Department continue negotiations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Advisory group to study West Springfield student enrollment
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Flame On Vegan moves to heart of downtown Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dress for Success celebrates new women’s career center with ribbon cutting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Updates made to Springfield Crossing renderings, promotional materials
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield health director gives COVID-19 updates for winter season
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  East Springfield library lands grant for expansion project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Tower Pizza brings Puerto Rican fare, traditional pizza to food court
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sandlin to serve another term as Agawam City Council president
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Putnam, Sci-Tech receive Chapter 74 funding for career programs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Mason Square approved for storefront incentive program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield’s school cameras contract extended for 45 days
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield School Committee elects new vice chair; ponders return of assistant superintendent
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Asset Management Board to decide on Springfield courthouse proposal by end of January
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fenton remains Springfield council president; Whitfield made vice president
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Engineer presents Piper Road redesign concepts
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New ‘innovative fellowship’ to support emerging artists, entrepreneurs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Magazine Park set to receive makeover thanks to new grant funding
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council rejects proposed changes to public officials’ compensation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fertility program to open first Western Mass. office in January
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  O’Dell Women’s Center awards grants to women empowerment programs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Roadway updates planned for Birnie Avenue, Arch Street
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Chains respond to inquiries about Springfield Crossing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Tentative timeline set for Springfield’s proposed new courthouse
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Elementary school project moves on to next phase of application process
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Gomez honored as Legislator of the Year by MASC
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  SBID lands grant to support Lease It Local Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council makes president, vice president nominations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield residency requirement proposal raises questions
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  SWSC receives $4.47M in loan forgiveness for wastewater treatment plant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Updated language on Springfield school cameras expected in 2025
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Side High School principal presents accountability data
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Updated language on cameras in Springfield schools expected in 2025
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield St. Patrick’s Parade Committee announces award winners; seeks colleen applications
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Baystate, Wellpoint reach multi-year agreement
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council approves $1.3 million for substance use site-based program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates 10th anniversary of Purple Heart designation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Chestnut TAG recognized with distinguished honor
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield Pics to join NCDC starting in 2025-26 season
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West of the River Chamber hosts ugly sweater party
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Cancer House of Hope hosts annual luminaria event
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  West Side mayor’s salary increased by $30,000 a year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  6 Brick’s once again donates money to Patton Alliance for Veterans
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fire closes All American Bar, Grill & Patio indefinitely
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Cestero offers specifics for AIC’s Pathway to Progress plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield entrenched in housing consolidation plan process
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield adopts trash rules changes, including mattress fee increase
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Luminaria display set to return, honor those affected by cancer
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  One-year extension granted for special permit for Springfield housing project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  STCC receives state grant to explore EV technician training
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Longtime vacant lot in Springfield becomes home to new cannabis dispensary
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield teachers union, School Department provide updates on contract negotiations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sarno joins community for Union Station tree lighting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield tax bills to increase despite council’s vote to reduce tax rate
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield City Council talks resolution supporting return plan for Stearns Square bench
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Committee conducts public session around Springfield police access to school cameras
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Govan proposes ordinance to ease property taxes on Springfield residents
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Council approves resolution in response Eversource spike
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Common Capital opensbusiness resource center in downtown Springfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Indian Orchard Citizens Council seeking input for investment plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield announces conclusion of three neighborhood projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hampden DA announces arrest in decades-old homicide case
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Springfield celebrates Veteran’s Day with parade and ceremony
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton receives $4.4 million housing grant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Taipei & Tokyo reopens as Taipei Hibachi after renovations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Close to $2.2 million in CPA proposals to go before committee
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst announces first-ever Global Village Festival
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Construction of six pickleball courts at Ray Ellerbrook Field underway
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  General election results for Northampton, Easthampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  BOH to conduct hearing on restriction of oral nicotine pouches
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield School Committee approves moving sixth graders to Smith
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  GOMBO Nola Kitchen & Oyster Bar under new ownership
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New community-driven hiring startup to host ‘Hiring Therapy’ event
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fossil fuel free program comes to Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Former Jamaica Plain record store coming to Market Street
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fishtales Restaurant in Hatfield features new ownership
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield names Andrew Levine as new town administrator
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Resolution approved in supporting more equitable public-school funding
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Bike path between Bridge Rd., State St. closed starting Oct. 28
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council introduces resolution for an embargo on U.S. arms to Israel
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Smith Vocational opens new animal companion building
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton receives funding for Main Street construction
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  The Big 3: A Halloween candy bag of R&B and rap
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  East Longmeadow Planning Board approves outdoor dining for Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Smith College educators officially unionize
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hampden-Wilbraham Regional School Committee supports passage of MCAS question
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Western Mass. native brings medical spa to Belchertown
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New arcade to enter lower level of Thornes this November
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Voting information available for Hampshire communities
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton to begin charging for parking behind 33 King St.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton creperie to open in November
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton to consider zoning changes at future public hearing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton superintendent search committee begins to take shape
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Paradise City Arts Festival celebrates 30th anniversary
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton looks to reprogram Hotel Bridge funds for sidewalk repair
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Southampton closes on College Hwy. property purchase; receives donation
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New art market will shine light on LGBTQIA+ artists
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton named ‘sanctuary’ for trans, gender diverse
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘One-stop wellness destination’ opens in Easthampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  The Narrow Gate determines former Amherst VFW a ‘viable site’ for shelter
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Board of Health to consider ‘nicotine-free generation’ policy
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Resolution asks state to increase aid for NPS by $3 million annually
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  WorkHub on Union receives warm welcoming during grand opening
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield Select Board selects bidder for Main Street culvert project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Bouquets of the Valley to open new location on Cottage Street
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Four-way stop implemented at Hatfield St., Cooke Ave. in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton DPW hopes bikeway project is completed soon
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  MCAS question to grace ballots in November
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton hosts groundbreaking for Prospect Place housing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield votes to borrow money for Main Street culvert repair
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Zephyr Behavioral Healthcare eyes North Hatfield Road location
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton’s search for permanent superintendent underway
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Planning Board denies Cosenzi Automotive’s site plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sal’s Food Drive returns to Northampton for its third year this month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sphere Innovation Lab to bring women, nonbinary entrepreneurs together
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  DiSanto named Southampton’s new COA director
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  McAndrew tapped as city’s DHHS Prevention Team director
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Free repair event promotes environmentally-conscious thinking
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Fair brings fight for democracy to the forefront
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton author’s book explores connection between dreaming and writing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  What I’m Listening To: The big 3 — Some R&B to vibe with
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Weil named permanent Climate Action and Project Administration director
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Cartledge officially named permanent police chief
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Historic Preservation Plan Element added to city’s Sustainable Northampton Plan
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton School Committee approves EHS handbook with new cell phone policy
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New multi-faceted space coming to UMass Amherst
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton extends RFP bid deadline for 33 King St.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Grant funds workshop on positive coaching in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Human Scale Art Space expands definition of ‘arts’ in the valley
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Funding approved for boiler replacement at Leeds Elementary School
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Advocates: more than 20 tenants leaving Cottage Street Studios
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: A nourishing taco platter from 3 Amigos
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Sierra Vista Commons project receives MEPA approval
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton receives additional state funding for schools
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Three County Fair returns with a mixture of new and old
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Drawing Board Brewing company to host ‘incubator’ event
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ValleyBike officially welcomed back to the region
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Temperature check: theater is hot in Western Mass.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Sense of relief:’ Blue Envelope Program helps neurodiverse drivers in Mass.
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Southampton to close on College Highway land by Sept. 30
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst lands MVP grant for Fort River watershed improvements
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Gateway Fiber aims for Northampton construction this fall
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Planning Board approves 12-unit project on View Avenue
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council votes to postpone override vote during special meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Kae Alayah and Shane Dylan bring a graceful ambience to new EP
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  The Big 3: Some local tracks I’ve been listening to
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Town administrator search committee set for Hatfield
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Trash causes closure of Connecticut River Greenway Conservation Area
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton resident nominated as Superior Court associate justice
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton appropriates additional state funds to schools
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Longtime community staple Art Always to expand
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Valley Green Energy promises ‘cleaner electricity’ by fall
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Effort to restore some student facing positions fails
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ValleyBike to officially return to the region in mid-August
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dinosaur legacies live on in Western Mass. locations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  League of Women Voters book sale returns to Amherst this month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Tenants, supporters meet with rent increases looming
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  All-way stop planned for Hatfield Street and Cook Avenue intersection in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Planning Board approves ‘visionary’ commercial building
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Vito Perrone prepares for new role as superintendent
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton’s improved Terrace Trails now open to public
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  MassTrails grant set to improve to Manhan Rail Trail
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Drawing Board in Florence to host Ronald McDonald House fundraiser
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council backs two resolutions during regular July meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Community Classroom begins another chapter with new Maple Street location in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield seeks applications for town administrator position
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton school budget passes with additional appropriations
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council unanimously approves funding for nine CPA projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Vote on 12-unit Northampton project delayed until late July
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton receives grant for Mass Central Rail Trail rehab
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Voters say yes to debt exclusion to purchase 52 acres on College Highway
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton celebrates Nonotuck pool upgrades with ribbon cutting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Vegan Pizza Land opens second Coffee Counter location
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  High school receives skills capital grant for programs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton School Committee supports superintendent
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton mayor’s full budget fails to pass City Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  NASE votes no confidence in Northampton superintendent
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  E-Media provides updates during June 13 annual meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Playground For All to be built at Ryan Road Elementary School in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Finance committee positively recommends funding for 9 CPA projects
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst Planning Board discusses overlay district for University Drive
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Housing waiting list is open for 79 King St. project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Grayson Ty paints his own origin story on ‘Bloodline’
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Basketball Hall of Fame unveils new Celtics exhibit
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Portion of Mass. Central Rail Trail closed next two months for construction
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Caring about people with people:’ how the ‘Hub’ will integrate services
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Local vintage book fair returns to Northampton for its second year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Cottage Street artists in Easthampton express concerns about incoming rent spike
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Planning Board to consider adjustments in hybrid meeting rules
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst town manager floats idea of using ARPA money for regional school budget
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Public input welcomed at June forum about new Amherst housing facility
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Petition circulates to save RN position at Smith College
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ceremony honors Revolutionary War patriots
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton student honored at Letters About Literature ceremony
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Asparagus Festival returns to celebrate 10th year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Committees execute contract with new ARPS superintendent
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton Planning Board approves slight adjustment to Loudville Road plans
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Proposed school budget increase still short for committee
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst Planning Board approves two-story carriage house for the Evergreens
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Mental health program coming to Easthampton High
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Planning Board approves Day Avenue housing
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Florence Bank doles out $150,000 to local nonprofits
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Iron Horse secures liquor license hours before opening
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Memory care initiative empowers older adults with dementia
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst town manager presents $97M budget to Town Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council bans future auto dealerships in gateway district
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton implements Narcan cabinets at NHA properties
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Activists continue fight for fully-funded schools in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Amherst Town Council officially appoints Gabriel Ting as police chief
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  MICAfest returns to Northampton this month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Hub’ to address public health, emergency preparedness
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  NHS activists demand Biden declare climate emergency
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ValleyBike Share program returns to the region this month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ValleyBike Share program returns to the region this month
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton invites bids for former Registry of Deeds
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council, Planning Board discuss citizens’ petition
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton superintendent announces three finalists for Ryan Road principal
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton School Committee passes 14% budget increase for FY25
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council amends parking fines throughout the city
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New retail store in Easthampton is a ‘Win/Win’ for burgeoning artists
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Search for new Northampton police chief underway
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  DreamCycle promises to be a wild, circus adventure
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton receives grant for LED lighting system on railway underpass
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton maintains same water/sewer rates as fiscal year 2024
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  New internet service provider coming to Northampton this year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton down to two finalists for NHS principal position
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton on the verge of maintaining same water/sewer rates as FY24
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton presents $108.8 million Capital Improvement Program
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton hosts first meeting over plans for Resilience Hub
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton eyes seven phases of repairs to City Hall
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Company partners with Williston-Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton taps Weil as new CAPA director
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Positively Africana awarded for excellence, leadership
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Public hearing on Day Avenue units paused until late April
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton celebrates ‘Name that Campaign’ contest winner
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton License Commission cancels Calvin’s liquor license
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: All-American’s perfect breakfast sandwich
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Southampton town clerk results unveil information regarding primary election
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Theriaque tapped as new CRESS director in Amherst
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  PCT reflects on past, future at annual meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Plum Boutique brings aura of ‘whimsy’ to downtown Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Historical Commission denies St. John Cantius cupola removal
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves money for emergency repairs at Memorial Hall
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Herrell named Northampton’s Businessperson of the Year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Back Porch Festival marks 10 years with weekend extravaganza in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Suher halts liquor license process for Iron Horse
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton secures grant for Terrace Trails
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Online clothing business opens storefront in Easthampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Bark Rangers fulfills a growing need in Easthampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Nine small housing units proposed for 39 Day Ave. in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Iron Horse announces initial show dates for inaugural year
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton on the verge of maintaining outdoor dining
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Construction for new Amherst elementary school to begin early March
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Vegan Pizza Land opens Coffee Counter in Easthampton’s Keystone Mill building
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Local Burger officially opens Easthampton location
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Southampton town clerk provides information ahead of presidential primary
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Planning Board approves site plan for 81 Maple St. project
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton seeks input from residents on Opioid Settlement funds
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Two new triplexes slated for 14 Garfield St. in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Dream turns into reality for owner of Amherst pizza joint
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield extends TreeWorks host community agreement
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves upgrades to outdoor lighting ordinance
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northwestern DA forms task force to address animal welfare issues
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Nomination papers available for Hatfield election
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Historical Commission to discuss cupola situation at St. John Cantius
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Mayor outlines FY25 school budget concerns during joint meeting
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council appoints two more committees
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton Volkswagen celebrates women entrepreneurs
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Activists spearhead Bigger Than Roe rally in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Environmental review for Northampton’s Picture Main Street project presented to public
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council picks City Services, Community Resources committees
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton St. Patrick’s Association names parade marshal, Brennan Award winner
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  WinterFest returns to Easthampton for 11th year with slate of events
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ‘Big Love Little Performances’ comes to Hatfield Feb. 8
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Generations of Red Sox fans flock to Springfield for Winter Weekend
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield Select Board chair seeks clarification to shared-use path MOU
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton high schooler brings patients joy with music
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton’s Look Park opens ice rink behind Garden House
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Ribbon cutting celebrates Positively Africana’s grand opening in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  ValleyBike may return to Western Mass. in April
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Firetype in Northampton named Good Food Award finalist for Passion Fruit Caramels
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Forbes Library details three-year strategic plan to Northampton City Council
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Inaugural Winterfest celebrates the season in Northampton
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Northampton School Committee adjusts public comment rules
  

• Ryan Feyre

  
  
  
  Hatfield Planning Board seeks public input for Open Space Development revisions
  

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  Dog Park construction to begin this fall after council approves CPA funding
  

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  Northampton Coca Cola plant to close in December, 175 layoffs expected
  

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  Human Scale Art Space nonprofit finds permanent home for exhibitions, workshops
  

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  Kimble appointed as new Northampton Housing Authority director
  

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  Academy of Music names Dumont as new executive director
  

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  Easthampton petitioners trigger override vote recount
  

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  Easthampton voters pass override, avoid ‘catastrophic’ cuts
  

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  Salsa series returns to heat up summer in Northampton
  

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  Paradise City Arts Festival returns for 31st year later this month
  

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  Easthampton superintendent offers two override vote scenarios
  

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  Northampton Garden Tour to bloom June 13
  

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  32nd annual Springfest brings music back to multiple downtown locations
  

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  Northampton City Council wants further discussion on group of ordinances
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Company’s ‘Applause’ to capture classic American theater feel
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Kids Makers Market returns to Bombyx on May 9 with bevy of items
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New micro-grant model aims to support wider range of community projects
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hampshire Pride Parade returns to Northampton in early May
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s opioid settlement mini-grant program to aid community-based organizations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Grow Food’s Tuesday Market returns for 2026 season
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Third annual Mass Kids Lit Fest returns May 3-9
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Survey seeks input about promoting Northampton as a destination
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton mayor shares draft feasibility study for ‘Park Street Campus’ facility
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  FARM Bill to support commonwealth’s farmers
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Evelyn Harris to be honored at community sing-in
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Rotary’s ‘Day of Service’ tree planting event returns April 18
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Recordville’s Northampton Record Fair returns April 11
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Committee continues algae, cyanobacteria control efforts at Nashawannuck Pond
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New ValleyBike Share station opens at Prospect Place in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Housing Authority names Sekula its new executive director
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Academy of Music’s ‘Let’s Hear It!’ campaign aims to secure assisted listening device system
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council votes to maintain water, sewer rates
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pet food drive to benefit Easthampton Community Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Three County Fair Food Drive to support four local food banks April 11
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton seeks public input to help shape future of city
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Syrup Stampede to aid organization supporting grieving parents
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Back Porch Festival returns March 27 for its 12th year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  DESE report finds Easthampton Schools properly addressed antisemitic incidents
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton awarded $1.5 million for ValleyBike Share
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton projects receive more than $1M in federal funding
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Wellness creates community hub for mental health, substance use resources
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  PIC’s Kids Play Lab Residency brings playwriting process to city youth
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Walk for Tibet stops in Northampton, marches through Hampshire County
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton adjustment counselor recognized with Excellence in Teaching Award
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Markey announces $3.5 million federal earmark during visit to CitySpace
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Gigantic Bar offers tropical experience close to home
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Play Incubation Collective launches 2026 Plays in Progress series in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Unity Basketball Nights return to Northampton this spring
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘MELLOW’ captures local man’s meditation trip
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Mean Girls’ production graces NHS stage for four days in March
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Company to present ‘Enchanted April’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Officials and advocates clash over rent control initiative
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Housing Authority begins executive director search
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton tenants win eviction cases through pre-trial mediation
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Auction for Northampton Community Music Center remains open until March 7
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Magic for Maddie fundraiser is an alley-oop toward pediatric cancer research
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton We the People team wins ninth straight state title, nationals are next
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves $290,000 in midyear appropriation to schools
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Cultural Chaos on hiatus in 2026, alternative programming throughout year will fill gap
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bombyx Brass Collective presents pre-spring concert ‘Musical Flurries’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Submissions welcomed for April’s Northampton Youth Cinema Festival
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  From the Valley Festival to showcase, celebrate youth film and photography
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  VINS Dog Show returns for 18th annual show at NHS
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra provides updates in the midst of her second term as mayor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  KidsBestFest returns for annual celebration of film for youth
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Youth Performance Festival highlights young artists in the area
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  One-woman circus show about motherhood set for weekend tour in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Polar Plunge returns for its third year to support Nashawannuck Pond
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tavern on the Hill is on the market, but owners say they’re ‘still open’ for business
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  DCC asks public to “Share the Warmth” with clothing drive
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hampshire HOPE offers free Narcan training
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hatfield Rally House establishes clubhouse for tennis, pickleball
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  With first term as mayor underway, Derby talks future goals for Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New immersive arts space brings unique vibe to area arts scene
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Family Fourth Committee pauses 2026 fireworks celebration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Robbins to lead effort in improving communications with residents
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New emergency winter shelter now available at St. John’s Episcopal
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Fundraiser at Nini’s Ristorante to help support future dog park
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Ice Art Festival gears up for biggest celebration yet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  American Farmland Trust to receive farmland protection grant
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Heartbeat Theater aims to bring intimate performances to valley
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Public asked to join Northampton’s superintendent search committee
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State to fund study on removal of Manhan River Dam
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Project aims to protect endangered species
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New term officially underway for Northampton elected officials
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  WinterFest fundraiser for Nashawannuck Pond returns Feb. 14
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Coaching collective to support ‘unconventional entrepreneur’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Special review committee recommended for food truck ordinance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Valley Jazz Voices starts year with Winter Concert
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pine Valley tenants condemn rent increases across the city
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Yoga, D&D among regular Lilly Library events in 2026
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Chamber executive director reflects on role so far, looks ahead
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Survival Center receives donations from River Valley Co-op
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  413 Entrepreneurial Spotlight highlights latest Sphere cohort
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Orders tied to Northampton school energy projects pass
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tickets now on sale for 42nd annual Silver Chord Bowl
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First Night Northampton is back for its 41st year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton to look into snow removal ordinance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Santa’s Trains at Look Park returns to ramp up holiday season
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  413 Entrepreneurial Spotlight to feature 24 women and nonbinary-owned businesses
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tenants call on Smith College to reverse rent hikes
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hot Chocolate Run for Safe Passage returns for 22nd year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Grow Food’s Winter Market returns to Senior Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton holds initial discussion on changes to food truck ordinance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Valley Players to support Way Finders with ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Study highlights progress, status of Northampton’s pedestrian, cycling plan
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bag Day, Small Business Saturday to support for local economy
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton receives $297,330 LAND grant
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New faces on Northampton’s City Council, School Committee after election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Benefit concerts set to support Western Mass. Food Bank
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council, School Committee keep familiar faces, gain new ones
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra re-elected as Northampton mayor in tight contest
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Rag Shag parade returns for Halloween season
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Dress for Success clothing drive to aid pop-up boutique
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Girls on the Run Fall 5K set for Nov. 23 at WNE
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Mala Pot & Grill welcomes public to unique offerings
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State marshal, fire officials talk smoke alarms in Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s Ward 2 School Committee candidates answer questionnaire
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s at-large School Committee candidates answer election questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton School Committee candidates discuss goals, priorities
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s Veteran and Senior Tax Work Off program applications open
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Massachusetts Center for the Book celebrates 25th anniversary
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State’s education secretary visits Smith College
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Forbes Library revamps outreach delivery service
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Council Precinct 4, 5 candidates share priorities, goals
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  At-large Easthampton City Council candidates answer election questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council candidates in Wards 5-7 answer election questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampon Fall Pickleball Tournament set for Oct. 25-26
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Oxbow Mural restored and relocated
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Musical Halloween fun comes to CitySpace in Doctor Gasp
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton shares notice on spotted lanternfly infestation
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton receives $500K Complete Streets grant for Locust Street
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton at-large City Council candidates state their cases
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Wards 1-3 council candidates answer questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Suzette French Creperie, Herrell’s offer fall collaboration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton mayoral candidates answer election questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Paradise City Arts Fall Festival returns on Oct. 11
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Dog Park receives $200,000 donation
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton mayoral candidates answer questions ahead of Nov. 4
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Haunted Train, Fall Festival, returning to Look Park
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Host committee slated to hold Northampton candidate meet and greet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  JFK Middle School reopens newly refurbished tennis, basketball courts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton author wins in fiction at state Book Awards
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Annual Sneaker Soirée set to take place Oct. 9
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton’s ‘Keys to City’ program honors first recipient
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Parson Block Party to promote Florence small business community
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council approves borrowing for Ferry Street Development District
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hampshire County benefiting from latest MVP grants
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra, Duclos to face off for Northampton mayor in November
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New Northampton EV charging station to offer fast charging
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Arts Council accepting FY26 grant applications
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton’s interim Mayor Salem Derby announces election bid
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton hosts Sept. 11 ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Sun Day’ event to promote local rise of clean energy
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Registration open for 13th annual Run Stanley 5K on Oct. 5
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Breindel announces Northampton mayoral candidacy
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bread & Puppet Theater group returning to Park Hill Orchard Sept. 12
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra hosts party ahead of Northampton preliminary election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Taste of Northampton expanded over two days
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  QueerCore Fest back for expanded second year in Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Keys to the City’ program announced by Easthampton’s interim mayor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Grand opening for new Forbes outdoor stage set for Sept. 13
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton preliminary to narrow candidates in five races
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CitySpace makes upgrades to Blue Room, first floor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CitySpace events adding to monthly Art Walk
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bombeta Farms joins Grow Food Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton St. Patrick’s committee to celebrate halfway to holiday
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Friends of Easthampton Dog Park to host fundraiser
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State announces Literacy Launch awardees
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tee Off for Tim to fund scholarship for aspiring plumbers
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Smith Voc. program to train adult ed students for culinary arts positions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Community Music Center to host annual open house Aug. 26
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Laferriere’s Easthampton mayoral bid comes from ‘love for community’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Velis key in legislation aimed at school phone use
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Three County Fair returns Labor Day Weekend
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Light Northampton Purple’ set for Aug. 28
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Big Brothers Big Sisters expands mentorship program
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State announces funding for rental housing developments
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton honors Purple Heart Day
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  LookStock returns to city under new name
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Instuctor’s library yoga classes a multi-community hit
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton selected to be part of statewide EV charging initiative
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CitySpace announces Pay It Forward 2025 cohort
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pickleball courts open at Ray Ellerbrook Field
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Yonder Community Toy Shop offering space for families
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Second annual Vet Fest offers various resources, family fun
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Next phase of Easthampton’s Old Town Hall breaks ground
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Torch Song’ revival: production running from July 25-Aug. 3
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Local women step out in support of Dana-Farber with fundraiser
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Kismet Brewing excited to grow brand, community connections
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton offering slate of musical gatherings all summer
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Slavery and Freedom in Northampton’ exhibit opens
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Energy advocate offers time, money, energy savings
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Film festival recognizes Disability Pride Month
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sidewalk Sales to return to Northampton streets
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Nourish Wellness Cafe expands to Eastworks building
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour returns for 19th year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival to mark 30 years
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Sphere receives grant to launch Westfield business accelerator program
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Whynott heads for new role with RIZE Massachusetts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Thornes Market pride flags torn down, burnt in street
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Blais, Comerford host rural schools aid discussion
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Councilor JT Tirrell kicks off mayoral bid
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Janiesiski Farm celebrates centennial
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton closes portion of sidewalk on lower Main Street
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Construction under way on Rocky Hill Greenway Multi-Use Trail
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council fails to pass budget in back-to-back years
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sekula announces Easthampton mayoral bid
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Affordable housing lottery open for new Prospect Place apartments in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s postponed budget vote to be reconsidered at June 18 council meeting
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Family Fourth Celebration returns on June 21
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Co. to present ‘Guys and Dolls’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton protest calls out immigration enforcement
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Comedy show to support Tides for Reproductive Freedom
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Cross-generation book club meets with author, reflects on experience
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Cooley Dickinson adds to Emergency Department
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Velis, local leaders honored by Scouting America
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Parents Center Tag Sale fundraiser returns June 7
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton residents recognize Memorial Day with parade, ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Districts meet with education secretary
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Former city officer David Dombrowski running for mayor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sisu Wellness Center to host expo, celebrate one year of business
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Both ballot questions fail in Southampton town election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton raises flag for mental health awareness
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tri for Jimmy returns to Hampton Ponds Park June 1
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Paradise City Arts Festival returns Memorial Day weekend
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bow Bow Bash benefit concert to showcase young musical talent
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hampshire County towns set for Memorial Day celebrations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Forbes Library breaks ground on outdoor stage
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Girls on the Run celebrates 10 years with 5K
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Westfield’s Flat Fast 5K expected to be largest yet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Jillian Duclos becomes third candidate for Northampton mayor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton among Climate Leadership Communities announced by state
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton council passes new citywide speed limit
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Override heads to ballot after Southampton Town Meeting vote
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Lifelong Easthampton resident named next police chief
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Forbes Library Board of Trustees to have four openings on November ballot
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra announces FY26 Northampton school budget proposal
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Giant’s Harp debut EP expands on several genres
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Grow Food’s Tuesday Farmers Market new season underway
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Community mural installed at Northampton City Hall
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Live Life Like Jesse:’ Annual ride honors Hadley man’s spirit and legacy
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Southampton town election features two ballot questions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Climate outreach initiative launched on Earth Day
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bombyx Center to host first ‘Brass in Bloom’ Festival
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Neal talks cuts to services at Ludlow Veterans Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Local fire departments benefit from state grant awards
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Welcome Home Northampton closed, citing federal cuts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Grant to expand harm reduction services in Hampshire County
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Commission denies $31,000 CPA request for Easthampton Dog Park
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ValleyBike Share returning, expanding services
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Berry & Batter offering healthy and sweet treats downtown
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s Department Health and Human Services celebrates public health week, hosting food drive
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Three County Fair Food Drive set for April 19
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  All Hamptons Read programming running this month
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Edwards Public Library adding sensory garden
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Inaugural R.I.S.E. Fest to celebrate youth arts in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton issues spring amphibian migration notice
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sisters bring awareness to colorectal cancer
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  WSU paramedic program to meet workforce needs
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton opens public hearing on FY26 school budget
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Downtown Northampton Association names Amanda Shafii new board president
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Youth Cinema Festival builds up young filmmakers in region
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Green Communities grant awarded to Northampton, Westhampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Velis recognized for leadership in suicide prevention
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Local officials come out for White Oak School celebration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  GoBerry to return to Northampton in April on Main Street
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New Forbes outdoor stage to break ground by end of March
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Neal talks Medicaid at Riverside Industries
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Magic for Maddie rises above the rim for pediatric cancer research
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Applicants wanted for CitySpace’s Pay It Forward program
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton artist debuts latest exhibit in Westfield
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Westfield’s oldest resident celebrates 103rd birthday
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Old Sturbridge Village puts out call to artists for this year’s CowParade
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council censures Ward 3 Councilor Rothenberg
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Family Fourth Fireworks seeking funding support for 2025
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton mayor announces reelection bid
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Walk for Tibet travels through Hampshire County
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke, Chicopee colleens talk journey, reaction to being selected
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Westfield Boys and Girls Club fundraising races step off on March 29
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council OK’s $295K in compromise of schools’ mid-year request
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Syrup Stampede returns in support of Empty Arms
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton artist’s work to be on exhibit in Westfield
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Shamrock Shake sales support Ronald McDonald House
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  K and E kicking off 5th season with ‘Spring Awakening’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Klezmer Festival coming to Bombyx Center March 23
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Debate continues on funding solutions for Northampton schools
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton’s We the People Team talks dominance, influence
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Wingstop adds another chicken option to city, where does it rank?
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Battery storage facility remains point of contention in Westfield
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton secures firefighter safety equipment grant
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council endorses mayor’s reaffirmation of ordinance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Visions Video aims to bring back in-person video stores
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Quilts of Edjohnetta Miller’ on display through April 1
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  11th annual Back Porch festival kicks off March 7
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State Rep. Sabadosa looks ahead to 2025 and beyond
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Focus groups underway for Northampton’s CDBG Consolidated Plan
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Balch introduced at Easthampton School Committee meeting
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tenants association shines light on spike to rent
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton appoints new Division of Community Care head
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hampshire HOPE’s new coordinator ‘grateful’ for opportunity
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  VINS 17th Annual Dog Show set for March 1 at NHS
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Central Hampshire Veterans Services to host benefits event
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Big Brothers Big Sisters to host third karaoke fundraiser
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Theater Company to present ‘On Golden Pond’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Zaret resigns in midst of request for censure
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton mayor shares review, preps for next budget in joint meeting
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton DHHS receives $596K grant to support diversions to care
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Arts Council, mayor approve over $24K in grant funding
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Sphere secures grant to support women, nonbinary entrepreneurs
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Westfield’s Woman’s Club to use grant for ‘Sounds of Westfield’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Suffield Players to present ‘A Few Good Men’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Fire Department awarded grant for protective firefighting gear
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton’s Central Services Director to retire
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves six capital improvement orders
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton School Committee requests censure of Councilor Zaret
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council welcomes new member to fill Gomez’s seat
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Fire Department hosts second annual Polar Plunge
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton City Council transfers funds for pickleball courts, union raises
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Graduation competency, determination sought in Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton passes new fossil fuel ordinance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Interim Ward 2 School Committee member approved
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Comerford reinforces importance of constituents
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CitySpace Bluegrass monthly jams return Feb. 1
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Central Hampshire Vets Services seeking to honor World War II vets in the region
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Lower rates set for public EV chargers in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton City Council approves just over $1 million in CPA funds
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State Rep. Homar Gomez looks ahead to 2025
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  WinterFest fundraiser for Nashawannuck Pond underway
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Chicopee gathers to learn about, celebrate Kwanzaa
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Youth Comm. continues proper school funding advocacy efforts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton seeking applicants for its next police chief
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Carey sworn in as Hampshire County Clerk of Courts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First Night Northampton has great turnout during day and into night
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Site chosen within Nonotuck Park for new dog park in Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Public Health Nurse Jennifer Brown recognized for work
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CSO celebrates new shelter with ribbon cutting
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  $25K raised for local nonprofits by UMassFive employees
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  City looking to fill Ward 2 School Committee seat
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Michelle Balch named new Easthampton superintendent
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First Night Northampton returns for 40th year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Westfield Boys & Girls Club set to host Gordy’s First Race 5K and 10K on Jan. 1
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Suzette French Creperie joins Thornes Marketplace
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Highview of Northampton facility closes
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Northampton Reparations Comm. presents preliminary report
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst Senior Center unveils mural by college students
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst Town Council approves appointment of Stromgren as new fire chief
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Claus for a Cause returns to Amherst Senior Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Library seeking public support amid expansion
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Florence Church looks to spread holiday cheer with caroling
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Comerford credits team, constituents for recognitions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Board of Health bans oral nicotine pouches from convenience stores
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Wistariahurst to host fourth annual Open House and Festive Market
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Art Walk Easthampton returns with CitySpace pop-up, showcases
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sciarra honored as Elected Official of the Year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Organizers rally for restored school positions
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First leg of Food Bank march ends in Northampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  K and E Theater Group brings back holiday cheer in fundraiser
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  McCray’s Holiday Light Stroll set to be biggest spectacle yet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Look Park set for milestone holiday celebrations with Santa
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Passalongs returns its Winter Wreath Workshops
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Artisan Fair returns to Northampton for fourth year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Agawam Police Association continues food drive
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Council resolution endorses embargo on U.S. arms to Israel
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Spill the Tea Sis continues connection with community
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Shiny Black Door brings eclectic shop to Thornes second floor
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton honors veterans with Veterans Day ceremonies
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Area clerks reveal results following Nov. 5 election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke voters choose to reduce CPA surcharge to 1%
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  WestMass ElderCare looks ahead while celebrating 50 years
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  CitySpace awarded $501K to finish next phase of restoration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New Holyoke Veterans Home given topping off ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby search for new administrator continues
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Miss Nelson is Missing’ set as fall show for Holyoke High
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Care Center accomplishes $4M endowment campaign
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  End date in sight for Holyoke school’s receivership status
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby special Town Meeting approves funds for fire, ambulance services
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Residents sought for Citizens Advisory Committee
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Homework House announces new executive director
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke acquires ‘graffiti eater’ to help clean up city
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Art Stitch n’ Sip offers space for fiber artists
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HPS seeking feedback on new school name semi-finalists
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Warren, Velis host roundtable discussion on veteran suicide rates
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke recognizes breast cancer awareness with flag raising
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Eagle Eye’s Equity Walk celebrates nature for all youth
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Cataldo Ambulance Services expands with new base in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Health celebrates jumpstart to careers training center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Basketball legends,‘SuperFans’ honored during enshrinement weekend
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Palmer School Committee receives update on budget, state of the district
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Discussion continues on Mary Lane Hospital in Ware
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Doors Open Holyoke 2024 puts spotlight again on cultural landmarks
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Carlos Vega Fund for Social Justice to honor legacy of Lebron-Martinez
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Early voting information for Herald Communities
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Six articles on Granby’s special Town Meeting warrant
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Community Preservation Committee seeking community rep
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Third annual Magic for Maddie comes to Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  WestMass ElderCare partners with Delaney’s for meal program
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke student recovering after struck by car, district to review infrastructure safety
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke School Committee fills two vacant seats
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke voters to decide on potential CPA surcharge reduction
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Community Charter celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pelham Cultural Council seeking funding proposals for arts, more
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Bonfire, music festival will support Hatfield Fire Department
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst BID selects John Page as new executive director
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Fort River School construction bids in under budget
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke School Department opens up on process for addressing threats
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tournament remembers Parade Committee member
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Downtown Holyoke center of Recovery Day observance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hike for Hunger to help continue Amherst Survival Center’s mission
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke observes Childhood Cancer Awareness month
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Veterans’ Lunch Program celebrates eighth anniversary
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HCC adding esports team to athletics department
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HCC reopens, expands on food pantry, Thrive Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Fr. Gentile honored by St. Patrick’s Citizens Award
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  QueerCore Fest a celebration for LGBTQ+ and allies
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Rep. Duffy shares local impact of Fair Share Amendment
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  City to host public listening sessions for Comprehensive Plan
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State, local leaders celebrate investments for veterans in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst remembers Sept. 11 with North Station ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First Annual Strides for Serenity 5K to support new women’s sober home
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Garcia active in pressure put on PVTA resolution
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  10th annual Dino Fest slated to be biggest one yet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke organizations receive grant funding for capital renovations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Flag raising at MiraVista for Overdose Awareness Day
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Rainbow and Allies groups growing across region
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Two vacancies on School Committee, public gives feedback on chief search
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  2024 athletics HOF inductees showcase Holyoke legacies
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Velis celebrates collaborative summer outreach for youth
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Tech Foundry, Comcast donate 50 laptops to residents
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  BID Block Party returns for 11th year on Sept. 19
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  District presents Capacity Building Plan, works toward local control
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  2025 Grand Marshal selected by St. Patrick’s Committee
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby Library to host annual month-long fall book sale
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Way Finders grant to further digital equity and advocacy work
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Community Preservation seeking FY25 grant applicants
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Back to School event at merry-go-round preps youngest students
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst Superintendent provides district updates before new school year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Disability advocacy group CAN-DO celebrates first anniversary of work
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Tourism Advisory Committee seeks Historic Tourism projects
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Care Center to host 24th annual Regatta
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton Police Chief Alberti retires, search committee to be formed
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HCC, STCC prepare for potential influx of free tuition students
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Coakley-Rivera faces independent challenger for Registry of Deeds
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Communities focus on revitalization
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  MassDOT, municipalities collaborate on bridges
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Public listening session to continue new police chief search
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke DPW votes to put wastewater treatment services out to bid
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Public Library sees tax-exempt status reinstated
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Art to celebrate one year anniversary
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke celebrates Purple Heart Day with flag raising
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Cummington Fair will soon return for 156th year
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Thai Chili Food Truck paint job brings out collaboration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Public Schools taking suggestions for mascot, middle school names
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  UMass Fine Arts Center sets 2024-2025 season
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Local nursing homes facing fines, receivership
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Five projects by HPS communications team receive national recognition
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Garcia talks uptick in gun violence in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Fiestas Patronales continues growth of festival into third year of event
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Gov. Healey kicks off Summer Nights programming in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Herrell’s Ice Cream to join Mill District in Amherst
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke begins outreach for Comprehensive Plan update
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council approves free cash transfers to end FY24
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Under the hood of the Victory Theatre, renovations continue
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  MassTrails grant to explore mixed-use path from Whately to Amherst
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Enchanted Circle announces organizational pause
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council approves fiscal year 2025 budget
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sheehan appointed to vacant Holyoke School Committee seat
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New middle school building topped off, new check point in project
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Rep. Neal earmarks $960K for Easthampton water infrastructure upgrades
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst BID searching for new executive director
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Chicopee City Council, Mayor Vieau discuss economic development director position
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  South Hadley hosts groundbreaking for new, expanded Rocky’s
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New MiraVista campaign brings attention to teen mental health
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Velis amendment protects veterans from predatory “claim sharks”
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Thunder in the Valley returns with fireworks, rock music fundraiser
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Balanced budget set for Holyoke schools’ FY25 proposal
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby Town Meeting concludes with second night
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Local Control Subcommittee continues DESE meetings
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Farmers Market kicks off 45th season
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke, Amherst receive federal funding for electric school buses
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Mondays at Armour Yard return to Race Street this summer
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  PrideFest headlines month of celebrations in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Pride Month celebrations begin with flag raising
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke hosts gun violence awareness observance
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby Veterans Memorial given grand opening ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke honors those lost with Memorial Day ceremony
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Laurel Park fountain dedicated to former Councilor Norris
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Million Meter Maniacs’ row to record breaking run for age group
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  $10M from bill to improve wastewater outflow system in Easthampton
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Improved voter turnout for 2024 Granby town election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pride Rainbow Run 5K set to kick off Pride Month in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Longtime School Committee member Erin Brunelle resigns
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Rows to host free National Learn to Row Day event
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Dean Tech students, Holyoke Mayor Garcia visit Veterans Home site
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Summer Sips wine tasting to benefit Newman Catholic Center in Amherst
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Second round of Granby Town Meeting slated for June 10
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Hope for Holyoke honors Velis with ‘Hopey Award’
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Mayoral bike ride showcases Holyoke’s bikeability, vibrancy
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  November ballot will include proposed CPA surcharge change
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State of the City address forecasts continued positive momentum
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  State approves Valley Green Energy, Amherst leads community choice aggregation
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby Selectboard hopefuls make cases at candidates’ night
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HPS makes school day adjustments to help teachers
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke celebrates National Day of Prayer
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Police Chief David Pratt to retire in July
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New Amherst superintendent named, pending negotiations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby Town Meeting sees articles divided over two dates
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Garcia visits, reads to HCS Head Start students
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke receives state funding for electric school buses
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Library to collect, donate unwanted solar glasses
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Restoration of Victory Theatre murals complete
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  LightHouse Holyoke to buy Gateway City Arts, expand programming
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Nutrition offers healthy alternatives
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council discusses Home Rule Petition amendment
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Open Square seeking market rate housing development through state program
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Gov. Healey celebrates Arbor Day in Chicopee
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New CRESS director’s experience aids new role
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton We the People team caps off another successful visit to D.C.
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Open Selectboard seat leads upcoming Granby town election
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council to open public hearing on CPA surcharge
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  UMass Dash and Dine 5K supports Survival Center
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby School Committee approves FY25 proposal, talks superintendent search
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Laurel Street residents petition, seek traffic calming measures
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  First of several meetings on exiting receivership kick off in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Homework House preps for 9th annual adult spelling bee
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Public Library showcases library building through mini golf, family fun
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst leaders host groundbreaking for new elementary school
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Neal visits We the People team ahead of championship
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  What I’m eating: pizza from the latest campus joint
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Candidates for Amherst police chief join community for meet and greet
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Congressman Neal visits Veterans’ Home construction site
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Garcia, Zoeller discuss CBDG grant program for public
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke celebrates Sikh community through flag raising
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HCC president reflects on first year ahead of official inauguration
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sublime Systems gets $87M for Holyoke low carbon cement plant
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Ordinance allows Holyoke vets to park free with special license plate
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke schools, DESE to begin path out of receivership
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council approves crime analyst position
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pearl Harbor vet and family honored by Holyoke City Council
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Teacher Retention Working Group gives recommendations for Holyoke schools
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst Empty Bowls fundraiser continues fight against food insecurity
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke breaks ground on new middle school building
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke seeks downtown development proposals
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Crime analyst position for Holyoke nearing approval
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Paper City Fabrics offers thrift model and new community resource in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke raises flag for Irish American Heritage Month
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke mayor discusses importance of voting
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Council on Aging gets a new ride
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Police Department gives clarity on progress made out of police audit
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Greater Holyoke YMCA hires new CEO with deep ties to community
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  HEDIC MakerLoan awarded to Raw Beauty Brand
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  UMass athletics to join Mid-American Conference
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke ramps up for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Granby School Committee discusses relationship with MSBA
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke to send statements of interest to MSBA for school roofs
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke promotes two new police captains in public interview
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Longtime St. Patrick’s Committee member reflects on Parade history
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke to send statements of interest to MSBA for school roofs
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  MassDev grants to support High Street redevelopment in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Easthampton We the People team fundraising for nationals after latest state title
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Habitat for Humanity dedicates Holyoke home
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Finance Committee approves another year of Shannon Initiative funding
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke School Committee discusses next steps in response to receivership indecision
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  New restaurant Camellia’s opens on High Street in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst School Committee debates proposed cuts in FY25 budget
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  General contractor selected for new school building in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke Public Schools to remain under state control
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Officials announce plans for ambitious sports complex project in Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Rafael Fernandez of Fernandez Family Restaurant dies at 71
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Voice of the Celtics to be honored with JFK Award
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  ‘Abstract Revelry’ exhibit offers combination of visual and audio
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Panorama survey shows bright spots and areas of improvement for district
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Sen. Velis reflects on 2023, focuses on future
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Amherst Senior Center looking for town support on potential renovations
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Holyoke City Council debates rulings addressing chamber seats
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Ortiz Family Cafe to host fundraiser to purchase dessert food truck
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Pearl Harbor vet’s remains identified, return home to Holyoke
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  Carey announces candidacy for Hampshire County Clerk of Courts
  

• Trent Levakis

  
  
  
  The Print Shop in Holyoke to host Hourly Comics Day event
  

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  Holyoke Library to host Black History Month event
  

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  Holyoke Mall welcomes new dining,retail businesses, more coming soon
  

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  Holyoke Mayor Garcia discusses wins, lessons from 2023, looks ahead to new year
  

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  Holyoke Organizations receive Community Empowerment and Reinvestment funds
  

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  Holyoke Police Department strikes new deal for modern tech, will assist in response and reporting
  

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  The Print Shop in Holyoke to host Hourly Comics Day event