jan 1, 1873 - The Sisters of Providence of Holyoke
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The Sisters of Providence of Holyoke are a worldwide religious order. In 1873 a group came to Holyoke from Kingston, Ontario, Canada (a place with a large Irish population) and worked to serve immigrants and the poor. They are responsible for a network of hospitals including Holyoke's Providence Place.
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