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October 29, 2026

Gov. Healey announces plans to expand Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam

(22 News WWLP) Holyoke — Gov. Maura Healey visited Agawam on Thursday to announce the beginning of a land acquisition...
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October 29, 2026

After dozens of COVID-era veteran deaths in Holyoke, a new ‘soldier’s home’ is unveiled

(NEPM) Holyoke — Massachusetts new state-of-the-art Veterans Home in Holyoke was unveiled Thursday, marking a major milestone in the transformation...
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October 29, 2026

Holyoke Veterans Home represents new chapter for veteran care in the state

(The Reminder) Holyoke — Elected officials at every level, along with staff members, veterans, and other stakeholders from different towns...
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October 26, 2026

Easthampton restaurants and bars can now apply for eight new liquor licenses

(Daily Hampshire Gazette) Easthampton — After months of effort, the city has secured eight new liquor licenses that local establishments...
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October 26, 2026

Quabbin water grabs, killed tax relief and Massachusetts drone battles test Beacon Hill

(NEPM) WESTERN MASS — Finally, Ella, Amazon wants to launch drone deliveries out of Westborough. That's about an hour east...
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October 26, 2026

Senator Velis supports Holyoke firefighters with gym donation

(22 News WWLP) HOLYOKE — HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – State Sen. John Velis spent Monday morning with members of the...
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October 25, 2026

Senator Velis hosts free pumpkin giveaway in Westfield

(22 News WWLP) WESTFIELD, – Senator John Velis hosted a free pumpkin giveaway on Saturday at the Stanley Park Children’s...
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October 23, 2026

Promising ‘more neighbors,’ Way Finders opens 41-unit Essex Village in Holyoke

(Masslive) HOLYOKE — New residents soon will start moving into Essex Village, Way Finders’ new $28.5 million, 41-unit property next...
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October 22, 2026

Question 3 would create all-party primary

(Western Mass News) SPRINGFIELD -- Ballot Question 3 would eliminate political party primaries in Massachusetts and establish a single, all-party...
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October 20, 2026

Area Briefs: Velis delivers $20K for Magic for Maddie Foundation

(Daily Hampshire Gazette) HOLYOKE — State Sen. John C. Velis, D-Westfield presented $20,000 in state funding to the Magic for...
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