South Hadley

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

By Tyler Garnet | Jun 8, 2026

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

SOUTH HADLEY — The School Committee approved funding three positions with free cash during its June 3 meeting that Superintendent Jennifer Voyik said will maximize the district’s potential in fiscal year 2027.

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Herald communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations

By Tyler Garnet | Jun 2, 2026

Herald communities prepare for Fourth of July celebrations

Chicopee, Holyoke and South Hadley are preparing to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks displays that bring residents together for an evening of festivities, family activities and summer tradition.

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

By Tyler Garnet | May 29, 2026

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

SOUTH HADLEY — For women working to rebuild their lives after addiction and hardship, Hermanas Del Rio is offering more than recovery services. It will also provide a space to regain stability, independence and hope for the future through supportive residential care.

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

By Tyler Garnet | May 27, 2026

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

SOUTH HADLEY — Several days after Town Meeting decided to use free cash to help save school services, Superintendent Jennifer Voyik explained how additional funding might be used to maximize the district’s potential in fiscal year 2027.

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

By Tyler Garnet | May 19, 2026

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

SOUTH HADLEY — Although the precarious budget situation dominated the night, Town Meeting members also approved other crucial articles during the Annual Town Meeting on May 13.

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

By Tyler Garnet | May 15, 2026

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

SOUTH HADLEY — The South Hadley Town Meeting representatives approved the town’s $61.4 million budget on May 13, which includes free cash to prevent cuts in the School Department and fund the library in fiscal year 2027. The budget passed by a 101-6 vote.

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Herald communities prepare for Memorial Day events

By Tyler Garnet | May 11, 2026

Herald communities prepare for Memorial Day events

Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia speaks on the importance of Memorial Day during the 2024 ceremony. Reminder Publishing photos by Trent Levakis. Communities across Western Massachusetts and the country are ready to honor their deceased service men and women. Memorial...

South Hadley eyeing September for another tax override vote

By Tyler Garnet | May 8, 2026

South Hadley eyeing September for another tax override vote

SOUTH HADLEY — Residents may once again be asked to pay more in taxes in light of the fraught budget situation that the town is currently facing.

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Budget dominates South Hadley’s Town Meeting warrant

By Tyler Garnet | May 1, 2026

Budget dominates South Hadley’s Town Meeting warrant

SOUTH HADLEY — The beat goes on in Suth Hadley as this year’s Town Meeting will feature one of the most consequential budget discussions in the community’s history.

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Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill

By Sarah Heinonen | Apr 30, 2026

Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill

The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.