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24-03-2025
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Post-parade festivities continue at Nathan Bill's Bar and Restaurant in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – As the last group of marchers wrapped up the St. Patrick's Parade in Holyoke, the crowd headed off to their favorite Irish pubs to celebrate the last bit of St. Patrick's Day left. 72nd annual Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade march lineup At 5:00 p.m. Sunday evening, Nathan Bill's Bar and Restaurant was packed. Some of the people there got to the parade between 8-10am earlier that day. There is only one way to close out this Irish weekend. 'This, a lot of camaraderie. I'm not even Irish and it's awesome,' said Donna Valletti of Springfield. 'Care-free, just having fun, everyone's having a good time,' shared Scott Megazzini of Springfield. Post-parade festivities are a tradition for many locals. First responders from across the region were also taking part, as parade weekend is known to be a homecoming. Whether it was the live band at Nathan Bill's or their shamrock martini's, quality time is what drew all of these people to celebrate one last hoorah. 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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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22-03-2025
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Philedelphia Mummers perform at Thunderbirds game Friday night
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – St. Patrick's festivities continue across western Massachusetts ahead of the celebrations in Holyoke this weekend. We are just 2 days from the historic Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade and from celebrations at Irish pubs to kicking things off at Friday night's Thunderbirds game! The community is enjoying every moment. Whether you're in Springfield, Holyoke, or anywhere in western Massachusetts–The St. Patrick's celebration continues on the biggest weekend to honor the Irish and to countdown to parade day events are taking place all across western Massachusetts. The Mass Mutual Center hosted Philadelphia's aqua string band as they performed their own mummer's parade on the concourse. The crowd was dressed in green from head to toe. 'I do this every year for the Thunderbirds,' says Robert Florio of Springfield. 'I come to it all the time every year, and then tomorrow's the road race and then Sunday's parade day. This is like the biggest weekend of my entire life.' Local dance academies put on their own performance. One Irish dancer from East Longmeadow shares the key to moving to the beat, 'It's just really confidence if you believe in yourself you can do it,' says Ella Bruce. That's also what's keeping the community going during the months-long Irish celebration. And some traveling back to their hometown for this very special weekend, Renee O'Hanlon from New York told 22News, 'I'm originally from Chicopee but I live in New York and I've lived there for the last 22 years, so I just came to be with my friends I don't get to see that often. I'm on the Chicopee St. Patrick's parade committee, I'm also one of the Colleen moms for the City of Chicopee.' Parade day will be marching on the streets of Holyoke on Sunday. Before that on Saturday, Holyoke's road race. With festivities going on all weekend, you will want to be aware of some of those road closures. But it's good to keep in mind on parade day, road closures are an hour before the start at 11 am. 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.
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22-03-2025
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Local businesses booming with economic impact from Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade festivities
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – As the Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade approaches thousands of people are already starting to celebrate across the city. Over at Francie's Tavern, dozens of people packed the tavern Friday afternoon. Many decided to gather with friends, others picked up their bib number and stopped by to celebrate a fun weekend ahead. Many locals say 'It's great to get together and celebrate Irish traditions' Others, 'The excitement of the green season is just a big thing in Holyoke'. Long-time bartender at Francie's Tavern, Joshua Wielgosz says, 'Economically we do very well this time of year. The whole city does very well, especially the downtown area which is very integral to our community'. The Tavern has become a city staple since it was founded in 1933. 'We'll be hanging out downtown, I've been here my whole life, whether it's running or seeing friends, we'll be hanging out,' says Anna Puttick. Those interested in heading over and enjoying traditional Irish food or drinks can learn more information at their website. 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.
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21-03-2025
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Holyoke Mall reminding vistors of parental escort policy
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Holyoke Mall is reminding visitors of a parental escort policy on Fridays and Saturdays for those under 18 years old. A parent or guardian must be present for those under 18 years old in the mall from 4 p.m. to closing. One person over 21 years old is allowed to supervise up to five underage and must remain with them the entire visit. To verify proof of age, the parent or guardian can provide a driver's license, state/provincial non-driver ID, military or college ID, passport or visa. Community readies for St. Patrick's Parade at annual opening ceremony in Springfield The Holyoke Mall said that this policy does not apply to stores with exterior entrances such as Target, JCPenney's, Macy's, and Round 1. Holyoke-Mall-Behavior-Code-of-Conduct-19-UpdatedDownload 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.
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21-03-2025
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Holyoke road race & parade preps include parking and safety regulations
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP)– The Holyoke Police Department (HPD) is providing guidance for visitors who plan to attend St. Patrick's events in the city this weekend. For safety concerns, the HPD reminds visitors that backpacks are strongly discouraged during the road race and parade days and that any unattended bags may be searched and removed. Holyoke prepares safety plan for St. Patrick's Parade Flying drones over the road race and parade routes are strictly prohibited and anyone flying a drone in those areas will be fined. Holyoke Police Chief Brian Keenan says there will be around 200 officers on the lines of the parade using the best practices for crowd control. He says, 'We anticipate a large crowd, but the weather looks great, we've also upped our medical staff due to the weather as there tends to be dehydration sometimes with heat.' For attendees, Keenan says not to bring backpacks, as police prefer open, accessible bags they can see into to keep everyone safe. Gallon jugs filled with alcoholic beverages (BORGs) are prohibited and will be confiscated. 'We ask that if you see something say something,' Keenan adds. 'Even if you're not sure it's an incident, please say something. There will be police officers and paramedics at everything intersection of the parade, there will be roaming police officers, please say something. No question is insignificant.' He also stresses no alcohol is to be consumed on city property. There will be several road closures and parking restrictions throughout the city: Friday March 21, at approximately 4:30 p.m., no parking signs, DPW no parking cones, or barricades will be located at these streets and intersections below:Dwight Street (Heritage Street to Race Street)Front Street (Dwight Street to Lyman Street)Appleton Street (Heritage Street to Race Street)Hampden Street (Front Street to Beech Street)Heritage Street (Suffolk Street to Dwight Street)Maple Street (St. Kolbe Drive to Resnic Blvd.)South StreetWestfield RoadBeech StreetWinthrop (both sides of street)St. Kolbe Drive (Lyman Street to St. Kolbe Drive)Lyman Street (Front Street to Beech Street)Hillside between Cherry and Winthrop (no parking on both sides of street). On Saturday March 22nd at 8:00AM, Hampden and Beech Streets and Hampden and Maple Streets will be closed for vehicular following streets will be closed at 08:30AM:High and Hampden StreetsLyman and Chestnut StreetsLyman and High StreetsLyman and Front StreetsAt 9:30 a.m. these streets for be closed for vehicular and Pine StreetsDwight and Walnut StreetsDwight and Elm StreetsDwight and Chestnut StreetsLyman and Pine StreetsLyman and Walnut StreetsLyman and Elm StreetsLyman and Chestnut Streets Interim Director of the Greater Holyoke Chamber Lisa Totz tells 22News, 'The business community thrives because the parade happens and we bring people to our community. The economic impact of this weekend's events is a big deal.' Information about the Holyoke St. Patrick's Road Race and Parade, including the routes and where to park can be found on the Holyoke St. Patrick's Committee website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
