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

By | Jan 22, 2026

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

HOLYOKE — Heading into his second term, Mayor Joshua Garcia shared his goals and upcoming projects for the city of Holyoke in a sit-down with Reminder Publishing.


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Auditor finds state regulation violations at Veterans’ Home in Holyoke

By | Jan 20, 2026

Auditor finds state regulation violations at Veterans’ Home in Holyoke

HOLYOKE — An audit report released by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s office on Jan. 14 found violations and oversight gaps at the Holyoke Veterans’ Home that resulted in the deaths of nearly 80 veterans during the coronavirus pandemic.


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

By | Jan 20, 2026

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

HOLYOKE — Two police unions that represent the Holyoke Police Department are calling for the resignation of City Councilor Israel Rivera from the City Council after receiving the body cam footage of his recent arrest.


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Holyoke receives grant to replace aging cables

By | Jan 19, 2026

Holyoke receives grant to replace aging cables

HOLYOKE — Holyoke Gas and Electric recently received a $460,000 grant from the Healey-Driscoll Administration through the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center.


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WinnCompanies converts Holyoke’s historic mill into senior housing

By | Jan 15, 2026

WinnCompanies converts Holyoke’s historic mill into senior housing

HOLYOKE — WinnCompanies recently announced the completion of a $55.3 million adaptive reuse that transformed a long-vacant, historic mill complex into 88 affordable apartment homes for seniors ages 55 and older.


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

By | Jan 14, 2026

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

With January halfway completed, the St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke is gearing up for multiple events ahead of the 73rd St. Patrick’s Parade weekend.


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Holyoke assessors to correct CPA assessment rate on residents’ bills

By | Jan 12, 2026

Holyoke assessors to correct CPA assessment rate on residents’ bills

Holyoke residents may or may not have noticed an incorrect Community Preservation Act tax rate on their bills at the start of the new year.


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

By | Jan 7, 2026

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

HOLYOKE — Holyoke City Councilor Israel Rivera has caught the attention of two unions that represent the Holyoke Police Department after his OUI arrest on Dec. 20.


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Holyoke hosts Kwanzaa celebration in City Hall

By | Jan 7, 2026

Holyoke hosts Kwanzaa celebration in City Hall

HOLYOKE — The city of Holyoke hosted a Kwanzaa celebration on Dec. 26, the first day of Kwanzaa in City Hall.


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Screening committee chosen to find Holyoke’s next superintendent

By | Jan 6, 2026

Screening committee chosen to find Holyoke’s next superintendent

HOLYOKE — The Holyoke School Committee met on Dec. 17 to review and approve a slate of candidates who will serve on the screening committee for the superintendent search.


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