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ASK: learn from Director of Sustainability & Conservation about the work the department does

In this inaugural episode of Ask, resident Linda Pratt asks Yoni Glogower, director of the city’s Conservation & Sustainability Department, about the work the department does. To see video, visit https://holyokemedia.org/ask-a-new-series-that-asks-municipal-workers-what-they-do/?fbclid=IwAR3W6dxExLWViOhWkEajf9Rxdo_VXmYED4ROOZF-V_j9eKQtAkvnjSXCvjI. If you would like to ask any municipal employee about the work they do, contact Holyoke Media. They can go with you, and/or provide … Continued

Mayor reminds community of responsibility to keep city clean

With warmer days ahead, I want to remind the community (residents and businesses alike) of our shared responsibility to keep our city clean. This is extremely important, not only because it’s required by our city laws but because it’s the right thing to do for each other and for our environment. This means making sure … Continued

Whiting Street Reservoir Limited Access Public Notice

Click image to enlarge The Holyoke Water Works (HWW) will be contracting the reconstruction of the Whiting Street Reservoir Spillway and Discharge Channel beginning April 3rd continuing until the end of the 2023 season. The construction will require a section of the access road along the dam to be closed to the general public due … Continued

The Holyoke Water Works (HWW) will be contracting water system improvements in Dwight Street beginning April 3rd and continuing throughout the year.

The Holyoke Water Works (HWW) will be contracting water system improvements in Dwight Street beginning April 3rd and continuing throughout the year. The project will span the length of Dwight Street from Northampton Street to School Street. Dwight Street and adjoining side streets will be impacted by traffic flow and water related issues including interruption … Continued

Road Closure Information for Parade Weekend 2023

With the annual Holyoke St. Patrick’s Day Road Race and Parade taking place this weekend, certain roads will be closed along race and parade routes. Drivers traveling around Holyoke should take note of the following information:   Saturday, March 18th Road Race Downtown will be closed at the following locations 7am High Street from Lyman … Continued

Recycling News Update from Board of Public Works

Great news! The City’s two new recycling trucks have arrived.       The Department of Public Works is developing public outreach and education campaign regarding our new and improved recycling and municipal solid waste program. In the meantime, please continue cleaning and separating your recyclables. The City is in the process of rejoining the … Continued

Irish Flag Raising Held At Holyoke City Hall

  PHOTO CREDIT: Dennis Hohenberger/The Republican PHOTO CAPTION: Joe O’Connor, President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians James A. Curran Division One, served as Master of Ceremonies at the March 1 ceremony outside Holyoke City Hall. Sheila Moreau (right) sang the American and Irish National Anthems.   HOLYOKE — The Ancient Order of Hibernians observed … Continued

2023 ARPA Application Packet

The 2023 City of Holyoke ARPA Application portal is now open. The link below is where you can find the packet. Note that the actual application must be completed on GoogleForms and that applicants must submit hard copies of materials to the Office for Community Development. The links to all application materials are contained within … Continued

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