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

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The city of Chicopee hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 25 to celebrate Petros’ new owner Justin Mahar alongside his mother Robin, who both look to keep the popular restaurant a staple in the city....
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Chicopee begins search for Anna E. Barry School project OPM

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Anna Barry School Building Commission met on April 22 to discuss their request for service to Massachusetts School Building Authority and search timeline for an owner’s project manager....
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Chicopee Mayor John Vieau joins Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — Recently the Mayors Innovation Project announced a new group of local leaders for the second annual Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety which included Mayor John Vieau....
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Chicopee school budget continues to go through preliminary stages

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Public Schools Finance and Budget subcommittee met on April 24 to continue their discussion of the preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget....
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Gov. Healey celebrates Arbor Day in Chicopee

Trent Levakis
tlevakis@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — Stefanik School in Chicopee welcomed a special guest in Gov. Maura Healey on Arbor Day, who visited the school for a special announcement regarding the state’s new Cooling Corridors program in a celebration of Arbor Day....
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Cornhole event to support Michael J. Dias Foundation

Tina Lesniak

CHICOPEE — On May 5, supporters will challenge each other in the Second Annual Cinco de Cornhole Tournament to raise funds for the Michael J. Dias Foundation....
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Chicopee School Committee focuses on discipline rates

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — During the School Committee meeting on April 17, the committee received a presentation from Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services Carol Kruser about the current discipline rates in the district....
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Chicopee Police Department participating in Blue Envelope Project

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Police Department announced its participation in the Blue Envelope Project....
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Chicopee shows support for Paint Stewardship bill

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on April 16, the council approved a resolution that shows the city’s support for Paint Stewardship Legislation....
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Chicopee receives grants from Cultural Council

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — During the City Council Meeting on April 16, Mayor John Vieau discussed four different grants that the city received from the Chicopee Cultural Council....
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Chicopee raises flag to celebrate Sri Lankas’ culture

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — In a celebration of Sri Lanka heritage and culture, the city hosted a flag raising ceremony on April 19 to celebrate their Independence Day and New Year....
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Chicopee superintendent provides entry plan findings

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — Chicopee Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Marcus Ware presented the findings of his Entry Plan at the April 3 School Committee meeting....
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Chicopee City Council approves purchase of jets skis for enhanced water recovery

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The City Council approved two of the mayor’s order at its April 2 Meeting that will allow for the purchase of jet skis and related equipment to be used in water search and rescue....
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Chicopee utilizing opioid settlement funds to educate youth

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on April 2, Mayor John Vieau presented a motion to transfer $481,634 to the Law Special Revenue Account for Opioid Settlements....
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Chicopee Public schools continues work on FY25 budget

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Public Schools Finance and Budget subcommittee met on April 10 to continue discussing the preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget....
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Chicopee Public Library celebrates 20th anniversary

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Emily L. Partyka Central Library celebrated its 20th anniversary on April 9....
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Munich Haus bartender honored with award

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — Munich Haus bartender Jill Wilkins was nominated for 2024 People’s Choice Howdy Award....
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Chicopee City Council discusses banning plastic bags

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — During the City Council meeting on April 2, members discussed a motion that would get rid of plastic check-out bags including all plastic carryout bags provided by a store to a customer at the point of sale....
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Chicopee schools share preliminary FY25 budget

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Public Schools Finance and Budget subcommittee met on March 27 to discuss the preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget....
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Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen gets ready for two events

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — On Friday, April 26, Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen and Pantry is hosting its sixth annual quarter auction at the Elks Club, 431 Granby Rd. The doors open at 6 p.m., with the auction beginning at 7 p.m....
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World Autism Day celebrated by Sunshine Village in Chicopee

Tyler Garnet
tgarnet@thereminder.com

CHICOPEE — World Autism Day was recognized on April 2 as Sunshine Village hosted an interactive experience for the community to check out at City Hall....
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