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License board denies seasonal beer‑and‑wine application for 2071 Sargent Street after neighborhood opposition

Holyoke City License Board · November 7, 2025
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The Holyoke City License Board on Oct. 1 denied a seasonal on‑premise beer‑and‑wine license for 2071 Sargent Street after neighbors who received notice of the proposal told the board the license would not benefit their neighborhood.

The Holyoke City License Board on Oct. 1 denied a seasonal on‑premise beer‑and‑wine license for 2071 Sargent Street after hearing public testimony both for and against the application.

At the public hearing the applicant, identified in the record as Jeremy, told the board he had gathered signatures in support, described the store as "500 feet" and said he planned extended hours of about 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. He said he was attempting to stabilize the business and that he had community customers who endorsed the…

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