Dennis P. Hohenberger

Springfield

Journalist at Hartford Courant

Journalist at MassLive.com

Journalist at The Reminder (East Longmeadow, MA)

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampden, Franklin counties to merge

Dec 12, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

In a recent development, the Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies of Franklin County and Hampden County have merged. The organizations are now known as the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western Massachusetts. The move creates a single, larger organization aimed at improving and extending mentorship services in the region. David Bertune, who helmed the Hampden County branch, was named the executive director of both agencies.
Three Rivers Fire District amends residency requirement for fire chief

Dec 12, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

PALMER — The Three Rivers Fire District residents have approved a change to the residency requirement for the fire chief position. The decision, made during a special meeting on Dec. 6 at the Fire Department Headquarters, expands the potential candidate area to include those within a 10-mile radius of the district. The amendment follows the departure of former Fire Chief Scott Turner, who left for a position in the Berkshires.
Ware Selectboard sets property tax rate for FY24

Dec 12, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

WARE — For fiscal year 2024, the single tax rate for all property classes is $16.34 per $1,000 valuations, marking a decrease from the previous year’s $17.29. The rate is part of a trending decline in tax rates since 2020. The Selectboard approved the residential and commercial property tax rate, sticking with a single rate. The process is vital for the distribution of third-quarter tax bills.
UMass Amherst steps up to aid AIC nursing students after fire

Dec 5, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

SPRINGFIELD — Following the July 27 fire at American International College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has agreed to share classroom and lab space with AIC, ensuring that AIC’s nursing students can continue their education without interruption. The July fire, caused by a lightning strike, inflicted extensive damage to Courniotes Hall on the AIC campus, a critical facility for the college’s health sciences program.
Ware Selectboard sets property tax for fiscal year 2024

Dec 5, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

WARE — For fiscal year 2024, the single tax rate for all property classes is $16.34 per $1,000 valuations, marking a decrease from the previous year’s $17.29. The rate is part of a trending decline in tax rates since 2020. The Selectboard approved the residential and commercial property tax rate, sticking with a single scheme. The process is vital for the distribution of third-quarter tax bills.
ZBA facilitates expansion of Palmer cannabis market

Dec 5, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

PALMER — In a brief procedural vote, the Zoning Board of Appeals withdrew James McMahon’s appeal without prejudice, allowing ADMass4 LLC to proceed with a proposed cannabis retail store. The board met in an abbreviated session Nov. 30 at Town Hall. Since the Town Council recently raised the number of marijuana retailers from three to four, McMahon’s appeal became moot. Just off the Massachusetts Turnpike exit, Silver Therapeutics remains Palmer’s sole cannabis retailer.
Holyoke YMCA honors late Mayor Marty Dunn with lobby dedication

Nov 27, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

HOLYOKE — The late Marty Dunn is a cherished community figure and former Mayor of Holyoke. On Nov. 11 the Holyoke Bar Association hosted a special ceremony to unveil Dunn’s portrait and rename the newly renovated YMCA lobby as the Marty Dunn Welcome Center. This event followed the successful annual golf tournament hosted by the HBA on Aug. 16, 2021, which raised $30,000 in Dunn’s memory. Dunn passed in September 2020 after a brief battle with cancer.
Residents advised to verify IDs after reports of fake utility workers in Holyoke

Nov 20, 2023 | masslive.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

HOLYOKE — The Office of the Mayor issued a warning recently to residents about a scam involving someone impersonating a utility worker. The alert was prompted by a recent report from a local resident who encountered a person posing as a Holyoke Water Works employee attempting to gain access to their home. “We have been made aware of individuals going to people’s homes/residences and claiming they are doing work for the Water Department,” noted a statement from the Holyoke Water Works.
Vieau secures another term with victory over Lopez

Nov 14, 2023 | thereminder.com | G. Michael Dobbs |Dennis P. Hohenberger

CHICOPEE — Mayor John Vieau was jubilant and thankful for his win on Election Night but he made a point of understanding there are many voters who did not support him and pledged to work for them. “For those who didn’t vote for me I hope I will win their trust,” he said.
Markey leads resolution for stronger protections of school support staff

Nov 13, 2023 | thereminder.com | Dennis P. Hohenberger

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sen. Edward J. Markey (D-Malden) has put forth the Paraprofessionals and Education Support Staff Bill of Rights to reform the working conditions of school support staff. Sens. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) have supported the resolution, which addresses the critical concerns of low pay and lack of benefits for essential school workers such as classroom assistants, bus drivers, and custodial staff.