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Located in western Massachusetts, Holyoke is a small city known for its rich history and industrial past. With a population of just over 40,000 people, the city offers a diverse community and an affordable cost of living. However, like any place, living in Holyoke has its pros and cons. To get a better understanding of what it's like to reside in this city, here are four excerpts from user reviews on BestPlaces.net.
- "Holyoke is a great city for those who want a small-town feel with big-city amenities. The community here is tight-knit and welcoming. The local businesses and restaurants add to the charm and character of the city. Overall, it's a great place to call home." - Sarah, resident of Holyoke.
- "Living in Holyoke has been a wonderful experience for me and my family. The city has a rich cultural history and offers plenty of recreational opportunities. My kids love the parks and playgrounds, and I appreciate the affordable housing options. The only downside is the occasional traffic during rush hour." - Mark, resident of Holyoke.
- "I moved to Holyoke for work and have been pleasantly surprised by the sense of community here. People are friendly and always willing to lend a helping hand. The cost of living is also very reasonable, making it a great place for young professionals like myself." - Maria, resident of Holyoke.
- "As someone who has lived in larger cities, Holyoke is a bit too small for my liking. The job market is limited and there isn't much to do in terms of nightlife. However, the city offers a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, which is perfect for those who enjoy a slower pace of life." - John, resident of Holyoke.
In summary, residents of Holyoke appreciate the small-town feel, tight-knit community, and affordable cost of living. However, some may find the job market limited and the city lacking in terms of entertainment options. Overall, it seems that Holyoke offers a comfortable and welcoming environment for people of all ages.
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Never want to see Holyoke MA again - 4/19/2019
Crime is unavoidable. The sound of gun shots ring throughout the night. Trash strewn streets that are not cleaned more than once per year. Some people think that they are race car drivers while some play their music so loud that your house and it's contents vibrate. More panhandling than I've ever
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Living in Holyoke - 8/25/2009
Holyoke is bad only in downtown and in the public projects. As every city or town, there are good and bad areas with gangs and no gangs. And even then, we've had have only had 2 homicides this year and we are in August. I live in the suburbs and it is beautiful, quiet with beautiful houses and surroundings, kid friendly neighborhoods, places to hike, bike... You can land a good job with good pay depending on your education. Many young people I know around here continued their education and they are young nurses, teachers, dentists, etc. Most of them worked and went to school at the same time. So I don't understand the description of "CHISA". Maybe she/he got stuck in the projects living off the system in the worst neighborhoods (that may not be the case). What I know is that Holyoke is still a good place to live with many good neighborhoods and programs to help those in
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HOLYOKE,MA - 3/9/2008
Well I've never lived anywhere else but from all the places i visited it really is NOT a good place to live. cost of living is lowest probalbly in the state of MA,but thats because its one of the poorest citys not too many jobs and the ones there are, are low paying. we have a lot of crime,drugs and gangs there are more parts of the city that i wouldn't even walk through than those i would. we do have some nice neighborhoods but not to many we have some good schools, but alot of them have kids that are not well behaved.the city also has a really good mall( thats where most of the jobs are).the surronding citys are not that much better but we are by far the worst in western
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