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Hello Holyoke Community, please be advised that the Department of Public Works has issued a Reverse Winter Parking Ban. The current Parking Ban ends today Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 7:00 pm. The Reverse Parking Ban will begin on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 7:00 am. There will be no parking on the Even side of the street unless otherwise posted and No Parking on Cul-de-sacs. This parking ban will be in effect until otherwise notified. Please plan accordingly to avoid fines or towing. Thank you for helping us keep our streets safe!

Hola Comunidad de Holyoke, Por favor, tengan en cuenta que el Departamento de Obras Públicas ha emitido una Prohibición de Estacionamiento de Invierno. La prohibición de estacionamiento actual termina hoy, miércoles, 3 de diciembre de 2025 a las 7:00 pm. La Prohibición Invertida comenzará el jueves, 4 de diciembre de 2025 a las 7:00 am. No se permitirá estacionar en el lado PAR de la calle, a menos que se indique lo contrario, y no se permitirá estacionar en los callejones sin salida. Esta prohibición permanecerá en efecto hasta nuevo aviso.

 

Category: City News

Finalist for Holyoke Police Chief To Be Interviewed in Public Session

Holyoke — The finalist for the position of Police Chief will be interviewed by Mayor Joshua A. Garcia in a public session on Thursday, December 5, at 4 p.m. The interview will be conducted in City Council Chambers at Holyoke City Hall, 536 Dwight Street. The interview will conclude a competitive selection process facilitated by … Continued

Holyoke Lands $247,850 in Grants to Fund Development of a Speed-management Plan – looking for citizens to serve on task force

HOLYOKE — The City of Holyoke has been awarded state and federal grants totaling $247,850 to fund the preparation of a comprehensive speed-management plan to bring about safer streets. “This is extremely good news and great timing,” said Holyoke Mayor Joshua A. Garcia. “With these combined funding, we can work up a comprehensive, strategic approach … Continued

Acting Commissioner Johnston announces provisional exit from receivership for HPS

Dear HPS Students, Families, Staff, and Community Members, On behalf of the School Committee and Holyoke Public Schools team, we are energized that Acting Commissioner Johnston announced earlier today his provisional decision to remove Holyoke Public Schools’ chronically underperforming designation at the end of the school year, anticipated for July 1, 2025. This announcement reflects … Continued

Holyoke unveils “Graffiti Eater” to combat Graffiti in the City

Property owners in Holyoke can now tackle graffiti defacement with the support of theCity. The Holyoke Board of Health has introduced a new initiative to assist property owners in removing unwanted graffiti, utilizing the newly acquired” Graffiti Eater.” The Graffiti Eater is a state-of-the-art trailer equipped with a power washing machine and eco-friendly materials designed … Continued

Holyoke reminds liquor license holders to file for renewal

The City’s License Board reminds all Holyoke liquor license holders that it is the time for renewing alcohol licenses for the year 2025. Every year the renewal process begins with notices being sent by the Building Department to schedule site inspections. The first round of notices to license holders was sent August 20. A second … Continued

PROJECT UPDATE: High St. and Maple St. Reconstruction Project

Project Update – 10/3/24 High St and Maple St Reconstruction MassDOT Project No. 613320 Since the public engagement meetings in late February/early March 2024, the following work has been done by the consultants together with MassDOT in advancing the project: NOTE: Checkout presentation of preliminary public meetings – https://www.mass.gov/…/massdot-meeting…/download Completed Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) Stage … Continued

PROJECT UPDATE – Resurfacing and Related Work on Cabot Street and Race Street (Center City Connector)

Project Update – 10/3/24 Resurfacing And Related Work on Cabot Street And Race Street (Center City Connector) MassDOT Project No. 609065 Project Status The project is on the 2025 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) which means that construction will be fully funded with federal funding managed by the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT).  Under this … Continued

Flag-Raising in Holyoke Friday will Mark Polish American Heritage Month

HOLYOKE — The Polish American flag will be raised over City Hall on Friday, October 4, at 11:30 a.m. as part of a ceremony celebrating Polish history, culture, and pride. Members of the Polish community will gather outside City Hall for the observance. Holyoke Mayor Joshua A. Garcia will read a proclamation designating October as … Continued

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