Chicopee
Chicopee parade committee unveils tartan, seeks next colleen
CHICOPEE — While many people prepare for the holiday season in December, the Chicopee St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee has been busy handing out awards, appointing important members for its festivities and opening its colleen application.
Year in Review: Looking back at Holyoke and Chicopee’s 2025
With 2025 now behind us, Reminder Publishing looks back at some of the biggest stories in Chicopee and Holyoke over the last 12 months. From a major receivership story, to school projects and beyond, 2025 was a consequential year for the two communities.
Study urges more schools to implement Breakfast in the Classroom
The Eos Foundation recently released its study, Ending Hunger in Our Classrooms with Breakfast in the Classroom, which explores the state of breakfast at Massachusetts’ high-poverty schools and urges schools to implement the Breakfast in the Classroom program.
Chicopee reacts to state graduation requirements proposal
CHICOPEE — Chicopee Superintendent Marcus Ware said the school district has several clarifying questions about a recently-released framework by the state that details expectations and requirements for every high schooler before they graduate.
Bernie’s Dining Depot dining car rolls once more
CHESTER — The historic Pullman car from Bernie’s Dining Depot was on the move again on Nov. 25, headed to its new home at the Chester Railway Station and Museum.
Rumbleseat’s new golf room tees off with grand opening
CHICOPEE — Rumbleseat Bar and Grille staff, Mayor John Vieau, elected officials and community members gathered on Dec. 3 for the grand opening of its newly added golf room at 482 Springfield St.
Chicopee School Committee discusses body worn cameras on school officers
CHICOPEE — Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services Carol Kruser and representatives from the Chicopee Police Department joined the Dec. 3 School Committee meeting to discuss school resource officers and their body-worn cameras following a grant that was awarded to enhance public trust with policing.
Tickets now on sale for 42nd annual Silver Chord Bowl
NORTHAMPTON — The Northampton Arts Council is gearing up once again for the city’s annual a cappella showcase in the 42nd annual Silver Chord Bowl on Feb. 8 at the John M. Greene Hall on Smith College’s campus.
Chicopee hosts annual tree lighting ceremony
CHICOPEE — Chicopee kicked off the holiday season with its annual tree lighting on Dec. 5 at The Hub at Market Square.
Chicopee School Committee approves policies for graduation requirements
CHICOPEE — The School Committee approved new graduation requirements on Nov. 19 after Assistant Superintendent of Instruction and Accountability Jennifer Bellville met with the committee to discuss changes to the competency determination.
