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Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hampden DA discusses leadership at student athlete seminar in Chicopee
CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Hampden District Attorney (DA) Anthony Gulluni made a special appearance at Chicopee High School and Chicopee Comprehensive High School's first ever Student Athlete Spring Seminar last week. On March 12, Gulluni was joined by his Community Safety and Outreach (CSO) unit, as well as Coach Chris Streeter of Westfield State University's men's soccer team, to discuss sportsmanship and citizenship with the young athletes. St. Patrick's Day Breakfast sold out at Hotel Northampton Gulluni stressed to the high schoolers the significance of making smart choices that can influence how to become a leader. 'Hard work is the answer to everything,' Gulluni said. 'Say to your teammates, 'I have this plan, I'm doing this, it's going to make our team better and stronger, and you should join me too.'' The CSO team discussed social media usage with the group and its impact on self-image, college acceptance, and beyond. The students were shown a video on how one photo on the internet can affect their lives. Coach Streeter discussed the college recruitment process with students and parents regarding when to start contacting coaches and what to include in athlete highlight videos. He reiterated DA Gulluni's emphasis on the importance of being a well-rounded citizen willing to make an impact. 'If you're not a good person, if you're not willing to work hard, if you're not willing to hit the books, or not willing to train hard – none of this will apply to you,' Streeter said. For more information on the Hampden DA Office's Community Outreach programs, visit WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Yahoo
St. Patrick's Day Breakfast sold out at Hotel Northampton
NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) – St. Patrick's Day has arrived and festivities begin in Northampton. Less than one week until Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade: Road closures and details At Hotel Northampton, the Northampton St. Patrick's Association will begin their St. Patrick's Day Breakfast. This year, the breakfast is all sold out. Doors will open at 7:00 a.m. and breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m. The ceremony will last an hour starting at 8 am. The Northampton St. Patrick's Association hosts the annual event focusing on promoting Irish culture throughout the city. The organization is 100% volunteer managed and with money raised, financial contributions are made to local charities. In the past, attendees have celebrated the lucky day with Irish-themed treats and entertainment. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bill Meyers of Casella named Irishman of the Year
PLATTSBURGH — Bill Meyers can usually sniff out a surprise, he said, but being named Irish Person of the Year was one he did not smell coming. 'It was completely out of the blue,' Meyers said Friday morning after receiving the award at the North Country Chamber of Commerce's 66th annual St. Patrick's Day Breakfast. 'This one got me.' Meyers is the market area manager for Casella Waste Systems. He is also involved in numerous community organizations in helping people gain assistance in their lives. Meyers is a native of Pittsburgh, Pa., and moved to the North Country in 2003. 'I'm honored, humbled, thankful,' he told the crowd. 'I think everybody realizes the great community we have and without you guys there's no me. There's been so many people who have mentored and invested in me and all I've tried to do is give it all back.' Meyers' unwavering commitment to community service and leadership made him a standout choice, the chamber said. A devoted husband to Wendy and father to Connor and Hannah, Meyers values family deeply. His impact extends far beyond his professional role — he has been an active member of the Chamber for years, serving as Board Chair in 2021, guiding the organization and its members through the challenges of the pandemic. He is known for fostering strong relationships, mentoring young professionals, and sharing insights on teamwork and employee development. His leadership extends into the community, where he is a passionate supporter of SUNY Plattsburgh's athletic programs, a sponsor and coach for the Mariners, and a dedicated volunteer across numerous organizations. He's no stranger to winning awards either. Meyers is an active member of United Way, where he was recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2024, and contributes his time and efforts to Adirondack Health, the CVPH Foundation, Elmore SPCA and various youth athletic programs. His generosity, dedication, and community spirit make him a most deserving recipient of the 2025 Irish Person of the Year Award. "Bill Meyers is a perfect honoree," Garry Douglas, Chamber President said. 'He's unassuming and truly committed to our area, its people, and so many good causes. His community service includes leading the Chamber during the pandemic, providing steady support for our team as we looked to help our business community through uncharted waters. Congratulations to Bill on this highly deserved recognition and our thanks for all that he has done and continues to do.' Meyers was involved in one of the entertaining videos at Friday's breakfast where host Matt Boire spends a day working at Casella and getting to see the day-to-day operations. Meyers said it was a fun experience getting to showcase Casella to the sold-out event. 'Casella has provided me with so many different avenues to be within the community,' he said. 'It's been an intricate part of who I am. For 22 years, I've been a part of Casella in the North Country. It's opened up so many doors, certainly business wise, but also introductions to so many great community members, and it's only allowed me to grow and prosper from that.' Meyers said it's an honor to join the exclusive list of past winners, most recently Bob Frenyea in 2024. 'You look in this room of so many people that are part of the community and what they've done for the community, and you try to picture yourself among them and it's tough to (do that),' he said. 'There are just so many people that do so many great things, including all the past winners.'
