SPRINGFIELD — Deputy Police Chief Lawrence Akers remains on track to become the city’s next police superintendent following the City Council meeting on Feb. 26 and 27, which entailed co...
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SPRINGFIELD — An organization in Springfield with the mission of serving as a hub to serve low-income women, is seeking nonprofits to bring its vision to fruition.

The O’Dell Wom...
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SPRINGFIELD — At its Feb. 29 meeting, the Springfield School Committee voted to approve a modified superintendent search timeline and hybrid model.

With the approved timeline, applica...
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SPRINGFIELD — In an instant, a life can be changed. Ashyah Johnson-Simpkins was 19 and enjoying herself at an after-prom party with friends when someone in a passing car fired a gunshot, whic...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Brightwood Library Branch was host to one of four Legislative Breakfast events focused on library advocacy and supportive legislation across the commonwealth.

Librar...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Fire Department will benefit from nearly $50,000 in funding through the state’s Firefighter Safety Equipment Grant program.

State Senator Adam Gomez...
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SPRINGFIELD — A local hero, who risked his life to support Springfield police officers in 2022, received support from Mayor Domenic Sarno and the Police Department as he reopened his business...
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SPRINGFIELD — In a city the size of Springfield, people might feel like they do not have a voice in decisions that affect their own neighborhood. That is why each of the major neighborhoods i...
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Dana-Lynn Ko'omoa-Lange, Western New England University Associate Professor of Pharmacology, was recently awarded a $423,743 grant to support her pediatric cancer research, the university announced...
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SPRINGFIELD — At its Jan. 25 meeting, the Springfield School Committee voted unanimously in favor of a proposal to transfer a land parcel behind Duggan Academy to the city for the property to...
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SPRINGFIELD — The city’s long serving veteran services director is stepping down from his post after 13 years. Tom Belton’s retirement was announced by Mayor Domenic Sarno and Hea...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Gandara Center officially opened its new Springfield Family Resource Center at 1095 Main St., significantly enhancing support services for the city’s most vulnerable f...
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SPRINGFIELD — With budget season getting into full swing, Mayor Domenic Sarno announced that Cathy Buono would be tasked with navigating the city through the often choppy waters of municipal ...
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SPRINGFIELD — A story for every photo. Photographer Ed Cohen, camera in hand, walked visitors to the Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History through “Latinos en SPRINGFIELD,...
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SPRINGFIELD — Five finalists came together Saturday, Feb. 10, at Cedars Banquet Hall in the crowning of the Springfield colleen, Emma Feeley of Springfield. Each young woman was personally in...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield School Committee agreed to submit statement of interest forms to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for 12 school renovation projects at its Feb. 8 meet...
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SPRINGFIELD — Veritas Preparatory Charter School in Springfield is set to make significant strides in financial literacy education for high school students, thanks to a grant from the 2024 Fi...
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SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Public Schools was awarded $10,000 as part of the Strengthening Family-School Partnership Grant.

Given through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Neighborhood Quality of Life Working Group came up with a fairly lengthy group of suggestions to improve the city and Ward 8 City Councilor Zaida Govan, the leader of the gr...
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SPRINGFIELD — UMass Amherst Springfield Center will be named for former trustee Henry Thomas III in honor of his work within his hometown of Springfield, the University of Massachusetts recen...
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SPRINGFIELD — For the first time in over a decade, Springfield Public Schools will be in need of new leadership.

Mayor Domenic Sarno and Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick summon...
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SPRINGFIELD — As Mayor Domenic Sarno begins his sixth term as mayor, he shared his goals for the new term and plans for the city of Springfield with Reminder Publishing.

Firs...
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SPRINGFIELD — Lamont Scott is on a mission. As project director at Men of Color Health Awareness, he and his team have been fighting coronavirus fatigue, insurance bureaucracy and mistrust of...
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SPRINGFIELD — Get ready for some live music and entertainment. On Feb. 17, the Springfield Performing Arts Ventures Inc. will host its first live show at its new venue, 52 Sumner.

Nam...
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SPRINGFIELD — Filing taxes is an annual task everyone is supposed to complete, but it can be complicated and expensive. For those who need help completing the process but do not have the fund...
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SPRINGFIELD — The name Mason is woven into the fabric of Springfield, but Regine Jackson of the Pan African Historical Museum USA said most people do not know the history of the man behind th...
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SPRINGFIELD — It’s been a long road for 17 girls that applied to represent Springfield this year as the city’s colleen. In the beginning, their names were redacted from the applic...
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SPRINGFIELD — As more and more individuals are being diagnosed with dementia, the Springfield Dementia Friendly Coalition is working to bring awareness and education around its various forms,...
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In a concerted effort to address the housing affordability crisis, Gov. Maura Healey’s administration has announced significant support for housing initiatives across Massachusetts.

W...
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SPRINGFIELD — Stories of Black men and women living in Springfield and the surrounding areas in the 1700s and 1800s will be shared during an upcoming event with Cliff McCarthy, an archivist f...
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SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal is running for another term. He confirmed his intentions during an interview on Focus Springfield.

When asked, Neal (D-Springfield) spoke quickly ...
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SPRINGFIELD — American International College, in collaboration with the Coalition of Experienced Black Educators Inc. and the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership, will host its second an...
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SPRINGFIELD — The City Council’s Health and Human Services Subcommittee hosted a meeting on Jan. 18 to discuss the fentanyl crisis in the city of Springfield.

Committee Chair Bri...
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SPRINGFIELD — City Councilor Sean Curran, the chair of the council’s Working Group on Creative Economy and Tourism, is hoping Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan will address the sugg...
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SPRINGFIELD — On Jan. 17, 6 Brick’s cannabis dispensary donated $2,000 to support programs that assist veterans through the Patton Alliance for Veterans, a nonprofit organized by the de...
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SPRINGFIELD — People attending the annual observation of Dr. Martin Luther King Day received a surprise announcement from Mayor Domenic Sarno that Deputy Chief Larry Akers will be the next po...
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SPRINGFIELD — The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission is undertaking the creation of a plan that addresses the city’s need for digital equity, a plan which City Council President Michael...
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SPRINGFIELD — Performance Food Group is planning to expand its Springfield operation with the construction of a new facility on its existing land.

During the Jan. 8 City Council meeti...
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SPRINGFIELD — In a compelling address at the NAACP’s Martin Luther King, Jr. ceremony at City Hall on Jan. 12, Bishop Talbert W. Swan II focused on the often-ignored “radical&rdqu...
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SPRINGFIELD — While the Mayor’s Office celebrated the distribution of $12 million in assistance payments to city residents as a victory, another elected official criticized the process ...
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SPRINGFIELD — Now in his third year on the School Committee, Josiah Gonzalez was elected as the vice chair of the committee at its organizational meeting on Jan. 2.

Gonzalez told Remi...
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SPRINGFIELD — The city of Springfield will soon recognize and repair several roads with the assistance of funds from the Fair Share Amendment.

In 2022, Massachusetts voters approved a...
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SPRINGFIELD — A new state-of-the art German Gerena School will be built in Springfield’s North End neighborhood, following approval from the Massachusetts School Building Authority. ...
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SPRINGFIELD — Square One will reestablish its South End location more than a decade after it was destroyed by the June 2011 tornado.

Twelve years ago, the tornado touched down and lef...
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SPRINGFIELD — In a historic event marking his sixth term, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City Council were sworn in at Springfield Symphony Hall on New Year’s Day.

Former Springf...
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SPRINGFIELD — The School Committee voted to make a change to its remote participation policy that will, for the time being, make the option more accessible to its members.

Members were...
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SPRINGFIELD — With the end of 2023 rapidly approaching, Reminder Publishing took a look back at some of the major storylines that helped shape Springfield over the past year.

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SPRINGFIELD — Mary Irizarry, owner of Ivy’s Events, has expanded her local event planning business. This year, she opened Ivy’s Events, The Venue, a 1,600-square-foot event space ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; As Jesse Lederman leaves the Springfield City Council, he reflected with Reminder Publishing on his time as president and his various accomplishments within the role. <...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Longtime City Councilors Michael Fenton and Melvin Edwards will serve as the council&rsquo;s next president and vice president for the 2024 legislative session.

An inform...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A Springfield City Councilor recently pushed for changes that would make the public hearing process more accessible to minority populations.

Ward 6 City Councilor Victor ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In preparation for the 2024 Holyoke St. Patrick&rsquo;s Parade, the Springfield St. Patrick&rsquo;s Parade Committee announced its parade marshal and award winners during a Dec....
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The owners of Chestnut Crossing will be able to offer additional affordable housing options sometime in 2024.

The City Council approved a special permit on Dec. 11 that w...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield City Council Subcommittee on Elder Affairs hosted a meeting on Dec. 11, to discuss programs to offset property taxes for elders.

The meeting was a follow...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The reaccreditation of the Springfield Museum by the American Alliance of Museums means the city&rsquo;s museum complex has achieved something few museums in the nation have. ...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&mdash; City officials and employees gathered at Springfield City Hall on Dec. 1, World AIDS Day, to bring awareness to the epidemic by raising a flag. An annual event that began i...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A dispute over the police supervisors contract that initially came through the City Council chambers with a roar last month concluded with a whimper at the body&rsquo;s Dec. 4 m...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; School Superintendent Daniel Warwick&rsquo;s performance was judged as &ldquo;exemplary,&rdquo; although for a second year there were members of the School Committee didn&rsquo;...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; While the Springfield City Council will see some changes in 2024, longtime Ward 2 City Councilor Michael Fenton is hopeful he will once again be elected as president thanks to h...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield Police Department was one of 130 police departments across the state to receive funding to address unmet public safety priorities in its community.

The H...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A large crowd gathered on Court Street, across from Springfield City Hall, for the annual lighting of the Menorah on Dec. 7.

Mayor Domenic Sarno was joined by state and c...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Among the countless employees at Baystate Children&rsquo;s Hospital, there is one new hire that stands out from the rest. Sure, the four legs and bushy tail might be the obvious...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Representing progress on a site that had been vacant for roughly two decades, government officials gathered with construction and industry representatives to celebrate the groun...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; About 100 people gathered on Nov. 22 on a chilly damp day in Forest Park to note the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

It&rsquo;s been ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Chief Administrative and Financial Officer Search Committee hosted its first meeting on Nov. 28 to introduce and swear in members, as well as to go over the requirements and...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Thanks to what it called &ldquo;unprecedented&rdquo; support from residents and businesses, Rock 102 celebrated the 30th year of its annual Mayflower Marathon food drive in hist...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;What am I supposed to do? I&rsquo;m too old to rob a bank!&rdquo;
Diminutive in stature but not in spirit, 82-year old Lorraine Crump stood boldly at the podium in ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Following the July 27 fire at American International College, the University of Massachusetts Amherst has agreed to share classroom and lab space with AIC, ensuring that AIC&rsq...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Forty-eight pairs of yellow shoes lined the steps of the Springfield Central Library on Nov. 19, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, to recognize the individuals ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; On Nov. 18, 2022, a fire started in the women&rsquo;s locker room at the Springfield Jewish Community Center. One year and two days later, JCC staff, city officials and communit...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield police supervisors were forced to wait even longer to have their long-awaited contract funded by the city after the City Council agreed at its Nov. 13 meeting to mov...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council Health and Human Services Subcommittee hosted a meeting on Nov. 16 to discuss water quality with the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission.

Executive D...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; U.S. Rep. Richard Neal, Mayor Domenic Sarno and Springfield Redevelopment Authority Executive Director Amanda Pham joined local public, business and nonprofit representatives &m...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Justice may be blind, but even she probably can&rsquo;t help but notice the poor condition of the Roderick J. Ireland Courthouse. If nothing else, the decades&rsquo; worth of de...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council voted unanimously at its Nov. 13 meeting to honor the late E. Henry Twiggs with a street sign, a show of respect for the longtime activist, community leader and...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the second year, the Parade of the Big Balloons will not promenade down Main Street, due to the shortage of helium.

The parade, hosted by the Spirit of Springfield s...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In a highly contested race for Springfield City Council, several incumbents reclaimed their seats, while two newcomers joined as at-large members.

Incumbents Maria Perez...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Year after year, the Festival of Trees fills its space with a variety of holiday decor, lights and entertainment, and this year, the 23rd annual festival is expected to be bigge...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Domenic Sarno, the city of Springfield&rsquo;s longest serving mayor, is not done yet. The mayor earned another four-year term on Election Day on Nov. 11, besting City Councilor...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&mdash; In honor of Puerto Rican Heritage Month, the city of Springfield hosted its 34th annual flag raising ceremony on Nov. 6. Officials and community members gathered outside of...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Ahead of Veterans Day and the city of Springfield&rsquo;s annual parade, the 37th Annual Veteran of the Year Ceremony took place on Nov. 6 to name the 2023 recipient and parade ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council met for its final quarterly meeting of the year to hear an update on the oversight and implementation of the Department of Justice consent decree and Board of P...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Officials announced on Nov. 2 the receipt of a grant they say will help the city&rsquo;s efforts to bridge the digital divide.

Mayor Domenic Sarno was joined at City Hall...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The O&rsquo;Dell Women&rsquo;s Center &mdash; a first of its kind in Springfield &mdash; was unveiled to the public on Oct. 30 in a dedication ceremony.

Founded by Keely ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The city of Springfield will focus on its forestry and provide upgrades to Neal Park, following the &ldquo;significant&rdquo; award of state funding.

Mayor Domenic Sarno...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Two young Springfield men have earned the chance to rewrite their futures and expunge their past after graduating from the Emerging Adult Court of Hope program.

The Emer...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield City Council recognized the Focus Springfield staff for its efforts in supporting and broadcasting the city&rsquo;s municipal business at its Oct. 23 hearings me...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; City and state officials, members of the real estate and development communities and South End neighborhood residents gathered on Oct. 25 to celebrate the long-awaited groundbre...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Caf&eacute;Dior, Springfield&rsquo;s newest barista style coffee shop, serves up much more than the daily dose of caffeine, as it brings comfort and relaxation to the busy downt...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Running can be seen as a form of exercise, but for people like Kara Beach, a high school math teacher at Springfield International Charter School, it is an outlet.

In 20...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; MGM Springfield is on the hook for nearly $7 million in restitution and damages for wage and hour violations after reaching a settlement with the Attorney General&rsquo;s Office...
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Chicopee and Springfield have each been awarded $60,000 to improve road safety within their communities.

On Oct. 17, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced that 186 Massachusetts town...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; With less than a week until the municipal election, Springfield mayoral candidates are reflecting on their campaigns and sharing a final message with voters before they take to ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; An accusation levied by Mayor Domenic Sarno&rsquo;s political rival has created a semantics discussion regarding what constitutes an ethical violation.

In the latest in a...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council&rsquo;s Working Group on Neighborhood Quality of Life discussed the issue of food insecurity in the city and ways to mitigate during its Oct. 17 meeting.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; With less than two weeks until the election and only five seats open in a 10-person contested race, City Council at-large candidates are in the final push to get their message o...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In a surprise announcement, the city revealed it had acquired a substantial piece of property officials hope will spark economic development along the State Street corridor.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Beginning in January 2024, the Springfield Museums will offer free admission on the first Wednesday of every month, thanks to a three-year grant from the Art Bridges Foundation....
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Zoo in Forest Park hosted its Wine Safari fundraiser on Oct. 5. The event helps support the zoo financially after their season of providing fun and education closes for the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Progress is being made regarding closing the digital equity divide in the city of Springfield.

The City Council Working Group on Digital Equity &amp; Internet Access, ch...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; From fall brews and fare to face painting and pumpkin decorating, there is something for everyone at the Harvest Fest on Oct. 21.

The event, hosted by the Springfield Bu...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield Technical Community College has become the first Massachusetts college to join the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts as a member agency.

STCC became a part ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Both the Big E and Westover Air Reserve Base have regularly released economic impact studies that show they are among the region&rsquo;s economic engines, but another engine has...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The School Committee learned at its Oct. 5 meeting while there is room for improvement, MCAS scores show Springfield students are recovering from the impacts of the coronavirus ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In honor of the 140th anniversary of the Springfield Parks Department and 125 years of the Springfield Forestry Division, a series of special events will take place from Oct. 12...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the 10th year, the Springfield Preservation Trust will host its &ldquo;Voices from the Grave&rdquo; tour at the Springfield Cemetery on Oct. 15.

Docents will lead at...
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MGM Resorts International recently acknowledged that hackers gained access to customers&rsquo; personal information during a recent cyberattack.

In a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securiti...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Mayor Dominic J. Sarno pledged $500,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to restore the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Presbyterian Church.

First estab...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The $500,000 grant awarded to the Boys and Girls Club Family Center will allow the nonprofit to expand its building, Keshawn Dodds, the executive director of the agency, told ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield City Council approved an honorary street sign on Oak Street immortalizing late youth sports advocate George &ldquo;Big Will&rdquo; Williams.

Williams, bes...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Through a collaboration with local community centers, a new youth outreach initiative has begun, with a focus on serving teens.

On Sept. 25, Mayor Domenic Sarno, City Co...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A group of community partners have come together to provide Springfield families with increased access to healthy food, through a collaboration known as Springfield EATS.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Some of the city&rsquo;s oldest buildings are set to receive funding for restoration and rehabilitation, thanks to the Community Preservation Act.

The City Council approv...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The seventh annual Indian Orchard Food Truck Festival is taking place on Oct. 7 from 12-6 p.m. at Myrtle Street Park. Hosted by the Indian Orchard Citizens Council, this festiva...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A day filled with fall fun can be expected at Trinity United Methodist Church&rsquo;s first Pumpkin Patch Festival.

The event is set to take place on Oct. 14 from 10 a.m...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) announced a $108 million federal grant for East-West Rail, a project designed to connect Boston to Wes...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;You are world champions,&rdquo; said Mayor Domenic Sarno to the students at Mary M. Walsh Elementary School, in reference to being named the 2023 PBL World School Champio...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The School Committee voted to deny approval for a proposed charter school that would service Springfield residents who dropped out of school.

At its meeting on Sept. 21,...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The former Friendly&rsquo;s restaurant at 65 Sumner Ave. will be renovated to serve as a preschool and virtual academy.

Springfield Public Schools Chief Communications Of...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After 16 years, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer TJ Plante has stepped down from his position and will be moving on to the private sector.

On Sept. 18, Mayor Do...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Years after it closed, the former Kavanaugh Furniture building on State Street will have a new life.

City officials, including Mayor Domenic Sarno, gathered on Sept. 15 ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; When students returned to St. Michael&rsquo;s Academy for the first day of class in August, fires that destroyed lives and homes in Hawaii were still burning. The children usual...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the first time, &ldquo;Just Love,&rdquo; a nonprofit organization that assists those in need in the community, will be hosting a &ldquo;Speak. Soul. Art&rdquo; event to aid ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;How long are we going to continue to do this [9/11] remembrance? The answer to how long we&rsquo;re going to do it is as long as we are here,&rdquo; said Spirit of Spring...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Necessary work to stabilize and rehabilitate the site of a major water main break that caused service disruptions throughout the city and surrounding communities will &ldquo;tak...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Mayor Domenic Sarno parlayed an Election Day water main break into an opportunity to showcase his &ldquo;battle tested&rdquo; administration. That mettle figures to be tested ag...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; According to Mayor Domenic Sarno, the recent announcement that Balise Auto Group will be moving its headquarters to downtown is evidence of the century-old relationship between ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Ownership of an adult entertainment enterprise in Springfield recently changed hands with the approval of the city&rsquo;s License Commission.

Longtime strip club owners ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Two midblock crossings will be installed at 459 Main St. and 201 Parker St. following approval from the Traffic Commission.

Springfield DPW Engineer Luca Mineo explained...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For 50 years, the New North Citizens Council has been providing services to the Greater Springfield community. To honor this milestone, an anniversary gala will take place on Se...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; From everyday items to holiday supplies, Party Floral offers a plethora of goods at its newest location, 1101 Boston Rd.

Owners Prashant Ved and his wife, Bhavana, offic...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Economic development in downtown Springfield has been on the rise and there are no signs of it slowing, as a national real estate company was selected to redevelop three propert...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The city is facing lower enrollments in its public schools, but Springfield is not alone in this situation.

Elise Bernice, manager of strategic data for the district, to...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield WORKS, a community-wide initiative with the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council, was awarded a second Community Empowerment and Reinvestment Grant in ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After serving as an interim for six months, Michelle Grout was officially hired as the Springfield Business Improvement District&rsquo;s executive director.

She fills th...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Juanita Baker has known the loss of a child to gun violence and she is trying to provide services to help victims heal and to prevent more gun violence in the city.

Bake...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The new offices of Revitalize Community Development Corporation were celebrated with an official opening on Aug. 30 as well as the announcement the housing nonprofit has hit the...
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Editor's note: This story is part of Reminder Publishing's special section dedicated to the upcoming Springfield preliminary and city elections on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, respectively. Thi...
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Editor's note: This story is part of Reminder Publishing's special section dedicated to the upcoming Springfield preliminary and city elections on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, respectively. Thi...
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Editor's note: This story is part of Reminder Publishing's special section dedicated to the upcoming Springfield preliminary and city elections on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, respectively. Thi...
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Editor's note: This story is part of Reminder Publishing's special section dedicated to the upcoming Springfield preliminary and city elections on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, respectively. Thi...
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Editor's note: This story is part of Reminder Publishing's special section dedicated to the upcoming Springfield preliminary and city elections on Sept. 12 and Nov. 7, respectively. Thi...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Two contested City Council ward races &mdash; Wards 4 and 6 &mdash; will be seen on the Nov. 7 election ballot. To allow candidates an opportunity to share their thoughts and vi...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; At the Sept. 24 Focus Springfield mayoral forum, the issues revolved around crime, housing, economic development and quality of life. However, the event unmistakably highlighted...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For decades, the St. Mark Armenian Church has hosted an annual festival and, according to Father Nigoghos Aznavourian, this year&rsquo;s event could not come at a better time. <...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; City Council candidates gathered at Forest Park on Aug. 16 to address voters before the fall elections. Top issues included crime, quality of life and rising property taxes.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The DeBerry-Swann Elementary School in Springfield is set to open for the coming academic year, as School Superintendent Daniel J. Warwick confirmed.

The superintendent d...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After a four-year hiatus, the Foundation for Thomas J. O&rsquo;Connor Animals annual Ride Like an Animal Motorcycle Run will return on Sept. 9, to benefit animals in need at the...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The issue of dirt bikes in the city of Springfield might be a concern for some residents, but according to police officer Mike Lee, it has improved significantly over the past f...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Sheriff Nick Cocchi&rsquo;s annual picnic on Aug. 16 drew hundreds of people &mdash; as it does every year &mdash; as well as a large group of elected officials, candidates in u...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; From sold out shows to new restaurants and developments, Downtown Springfield has been an evolving destination for its residents and visitors over the past several years and in ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A new 21st century courthouse will be built in Springfield to replace the existing one at 50 State St., however, the question that remains is where?

For nearly a decade,...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; They change lives one crop, one field, one harvest at a time. The Springfield-based nonprofit Gardening the Community not only provides access to garden-fresh vegetables and oth...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Beach bags will soon be traded for backpacks as the start of the school year looms.

To reconnect students and staff, as well as establish new connections, the Springfiel...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield Board of Police Commissioners, in conjunction with the Compliance Evaluator Team and the Department of Justice, are seeking public comments on the draft of the B...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Melha Riders&rsquo; 16th Annual Hospital Run will return on Sunday, Aug. 20, to raise money for Shriners Children&rsquo;s New England in Springfield.

Melha Riders pa...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Have you hit that point in life when you&rsquo;re wondering what&rsquo;s next? If so, Prime Magazine, Reminder Publishing and The Reminder&rsquo;s sister publi...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Mayor Domenic Sarno said at the opening of the newest recreational use cannabis dispensary that he kept the number of dispensaries low so they would have a better chance of surv...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The recent flooding of the Connecticut River led to the postponement of the Springfield Dragon Boat Festival; however, the event has been rescheduled with hopes that conditions ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; It is not everyday someone can splatter paint across a room or take a sledgehammer to a television without consequences or being left with a mess to clean up, but at Break Time ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Forest Park residents gathered at the Springfield Elks Lodge 61 on Aug. 1 for National Night Out, &ldquo;America&rsquo;s Night Out Against Crime.&rdquo; The night was celebrated...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; United States Sen. Ed Markey (D-Malden) hosted a press conference on Aug. 1 at Baystate Medical Center to announce new legislation focused on building strong, resilient hospital...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; If you think the actors marching the picket lines in New York City and Los Angeles are spoiled millionaires, think again.

The overwhelming majority of SAG-AFTRA members ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After a decade-long run in leadership roles, Baystate Health President and CEO Dr. Mark Keroack announced that he will retire next summer.

Baystate Health made the announ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For decades, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra has welcomed performers, conductors and audiences to its downtown destination and this year is no exception as it combines the be...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A lightning strike triggered a significant fire July 27 at American International College, damaging two of the college&rsquo;s key buildings: Courniotes Hall and the attached Li...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; With the National Basketball Hall of Fame&rsquo;s 2023 Enshrinement Ceremony and weekend festivities nearing, the city is gearing up for a slam dunk of a weekend filled with dri...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Zoo in Forest Park will host its Kindergarten Kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is for incoming Springfield kindergartners to practice s...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The need for improvements in creating a safer State Street library crossing has city officials, employees and residents concerned about the continued lack of progress.

T...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Xiomara Alb&aacute;n DeLobato is representing Hampden County as one of nine members on the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority Board of Directors.

On June 29, Gov....
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After eight years of operating out of the Eastfield Mall, Dress for Success &mdash; an organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence in a multitude of ways &...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the second year, the Springfield Pride Parade Organization&rsquo;s Safe Space Summer Program is teaching students how to build community and support one another, all while h...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Animal lovers and craft beer enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the return of the fifth annual Brew at the Zoo event at Forest Park Zoo on Aug. 5. The annual fundraiser promises an ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The legacy of political advocacy of the late David J. Vigneault continued on July 14 with the presentation of the fifth annual scholarship in Vigneault&rsquo;s memory.

T...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the third year, Coppedge Consulting LLC will host the Mental Health Carnival to provide resources and raise awareness.

The carnival will take place on July 29 at Edu...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In the 13th round of American Rescue Plan Act funds, Mayor Domenic Sarno announced that $2.16 million will be awarded to small and new businesses and nonprofits in the city of S...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Massachusetts Clean Water Trust approved over $108 million in low-interest loans and grants for water infrastructure improvements. Most of the funding is slated for enhancem...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After a long wait, Springfield&rsquo;s &ldquo;X&rdquo; intersection is set to undergo a significant revamping. The &ldquo;X&rdquo; connects Sumner Avenue, Dickinson Street and B...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi, Sheriff&rsquo;s Shuffle Coordinator Davis Snow and Youth Leadership Academy Camp Director Sal Demaio gathered at Brightwood Elementary School...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; As part of the city&rsquo;s efforts to provide affordable and reliable internet to residents, Mayor Domenic Sarno recently announced that his administration would apply for the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The sounds of conversation and laughter bounced off vacant storefronts and carried through the empty halls of the Eastfield Mall on July 12 &mdash; days before its permanent clo...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; There are clear divides among state and city officials in the vision of the new courthouse that will be constructed to replace the existing one at 50 State St. in Springfield. <...
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Awaiting the closure of the Eastfield Mall, Donovan&rsquo;s Irish Pub is gearing up to move to its new location in the Paper City.

The bar will relocate to the current Slainte restaurant at ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield City Council President Jesse Lederman and Ward 3 City Councilor Melvin Edwards traveled to the Statehouse in Boston to testify in front of the House Committee on Tel...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; All aboard for a fun filled weekend as Kids on Track, a model railroading job fair, returns to Union Station.

The free event &mdash; sponsored by the Amherst Railway Soc...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; State Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow), the vice chair of the Joint Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development, said one out of every six jobs in Massachusetts is tied to ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A gallery of international musical talent is descending on the city from July 20-22 for the 10th annual Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival. The event attracts thousands of peop...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Pack up some blankets and chairs and make some popcorn to accompany three weeks of entertainment with &ldquo;Movies in the Park.&rdquo;

From July 10 through July 28, the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For more than a decade, state Rep. Orlando Ramos (D-Springfield) said there has been a lack of access to fresh food in the city of Springfield. In an effort to change that, Ramo...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In a summer session on June 22 that lasted almost four hours, the Springfield School Committee voted on a wide variety of issues from approving diplomas for adult learners to a ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A large crowd gathered at White Lion Brewing Company on June 29 for the Puerto Rican Parade kickoff celebration and ambassador honorees reveal.

This year&rsquo;s Springfi...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Leading up to a busy, contested 2023 election season in the city of Springfield, individuals have been certified and the final list of candidates running for mayor and City Coun...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For generations, children with illnesses and disabilities have received care at Shriner&rsquo;s Children&rsquo;s, a nationwide group of non-profit healthcare centers. Locally, S...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Block Art Studio, a Black-owned and operated art center that focuses on neighborhood youth and entrepreneurs, is coming to Springfield.

While the studio is not slated to...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Approximately 100 people gathered on the steps of Springfield City Hall for the Juneteenth celebration and flag raising.
Mayor Domenic Sarno co-hosted the event with stat...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; It has been three years since Springfield implemented its body-worn camera program and, according to the Police Department, it will not be going away.

Police Capt. Edwar...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The fiscal year 2024 general fund budget &mdash; presented by Mayor Domenic Sarno during a June 20 special meeting of the City Council &mdash; was approved by a 11-2 vote.
...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A new 21st century courthouse will be constructed to replace the existing one at 50 State St. in Springfield.

On June 22, Gov. Maura Healey released a statement that sai...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield&rsquo;s Hot Oven Cookies will continue to serve its dedicated customers at its new location, 1209 Parker St.

The business has officially closed its doors at ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; As summer begins, the American Red Cross is in need of blood donors.

Red Cross Communications Manager Jeff Hall said the shortfall in blood donations is being experience...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Chile Salazar was leading a comfortable life, living in Longmeadow and running the Ludlow Boys and Girls Club as CEO. She was satisfied she had reached a new high in her career,...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; It&rsquo;s taken several years for the Springfield-based supermarket giant to devise a plan and location for its first small-scale market, according to Colin D&rsquo;Amour, seni...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After what some are referring to as one of the &ldquo;biggest weekends in recent history&rdquo; of Western Massachusetts, an analysis is being conducted to reveal the economic i...
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In an effort to receive fair discipline and treatment, educators at the Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative have organized a union and are negotiating their first contract.

The LP...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In June 2003, Max&rsquo;s Tavern opened its doors in Springfield and still, 20 years later, the restaurant remains a &ldquo;staple&rdquo; within the downtown area.

Manag...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;United we Stand&rdquo; is the official Juneteenth song for the city of Springfield, after being approved by the City Council.

Ward 5 City Councilor Lavar Click-Br...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Reminiscing on his own baseball heyday as a catcher in the John L. Sullivan Sandlot League and later for the High School of Commerce, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno recalled wh...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Interise, a national nonprofit organization, has partnered with the Urban League of Springfield and Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts to offer NextStage Minority Business En...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; On June 19, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra will present a Juneteenth concert entitled Celebrating Freedom at 3 p.m. at Symphony Hall on 34 Court St., featuring the Springfie...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Several studies and relocation options for the existing Springfield courthouse are being considered as the need for a new one remains prominent.

On May 15, the Divisions...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The latest project by Magdalena G&oacute;mez, the former poet laureate of Springfield, has attracted national attention and support.

Gomez has received a $10,0000 award ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A portrait of the late Queen Elizabeth created by a Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy student will be displayed in the Capitol in Washington DC for the next year. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield Public Schools&rsquo; Family &amp; Community Engagement Office will host their first Family Education Expo on June 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the MassMutual Ce...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; From American to Italian food and craft beer to coffee, the city of Springfield is home to a variety of restaurants, both big and small. To highlight those dining establishments...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; As part of Springfield&rsquo;s Pride celebrations, high school students attended a panel discussion with six area professionals about being successful, healthy and queer.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Veterans, city and state officials, and community members gathered on the front steps of Springfield City Hall for a Memorial Day observance ceremony on May 26.

The cerem...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Almost $2 million of American Rescue Plan Act funds was awarded to 17 local restaurants and organizations looking to refurbish, create or expand outdoor dining in Springfield....
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; At 4:38 p.m. on June 1, the only sounds to be heard outside of City Hall were the tolling of bells in Old First Church and the Campanile Clock Tower. At that exact time, 12 year...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; State Rep. and mayoral candidate Orlando Ramos (D-Springfield) believes Mayor Domenic Sarno is partially responsible for the poor water quality and increasing water and sewer ra...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; ECOS, the Environmental Center for Our Schools, is the oldest program of its kind still offered in a public school system, and after 53 years, there are no plans of stopping. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A variety of musical performers of different genres are slated to hit the stage at Forest Park every Thursday night, for the month of June.

The outdoor concert series wil...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; To support the Black Rose Irish dancers&rsquo; trip to the national championships, an online raffle fundraiser will take place on June 6.

Ten dancers from the Black Rose...
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Editor's note: After the meeting, the luncheon for the Eastfield Mall Walking Club was rescheduled and will take place on Wednesday, July 12, at 11 a.m.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For deca...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; As state Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield) recovers at home from a lifesaving kidney transplant, the work and support of his colleagues, friends and family will not stop.

...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;What do we want?&rdquo; an organizer asked through a bull horn, as she marched along E. Columbus Avenue. &ldquo;Clean air,&rdquo; came the call back from a crowd of sign ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Spanning across several days, the city of Springfield will observe Memorial Day through various events.

Beginning on May 24, all veterans&rsquo; graves in city-owned cem...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Focus Springfield during its May 15 meeting.

Attorney Thomas Moore with the city&rsquo;s Law Dep...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; To bring visibility and inclusivity to the LGBTQIA+ community, the city of Springfield will host a parade and fundraising gala during Pride Month.

The Springfield Pride ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; On May 18, Mayor Domenic Sarno announced his recommended fiscal year 2024 budget totals $877.9 million, which represents a 7.2% increase over the FY23 adopted budget.

Th...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Thousands of people came to downtown Springfield for another year of the World&rsquo;s Largest Pancake Breakfast on May 13.&nbsp;

SPRINGFIELD &shy;&mdash; Springfield&rsquo;s longest running mayor, Domenic Sarno, is seeking reelection to continue with what he says is &ldquo;just getting started.&rdquo;
On May 17, friend...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Omnipoint Wireless, an affordable technology service for everyone, has opened its first internet caf&eacute;&nbsp;and tech store in downtown Springfield.

Originally crea...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A &ldquo;for lease&rdquo; sign in front of Hot Oven Cookies on Allen Street has left customers worried about the business&rsquo;s closure, but the love for cookies will not stop...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Litter in the city of Springfield &mdash; particularly in the Forest Park area &mdash; is a major issue that Ward 6 City Councilor Victor Davila and his appointed Advisory Litte...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After an extended and public dispute, the Springfield Symphony Orchestra announced a labor agreement with the union representing its musicians that will ensure its musical progr...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Phase 1 of the development of an athletic complex at Duggan Academy is underway with the construction of a football field and surrounding area.

The nearly $16 million pr...
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SPRINGFIELD&shy; &mdash; Amplify Latinx &mdash; a Massachusetts-based nonprofit that advances Latinx leadership representation, economic prosperity and civic engagement &mdash; has expanded its Pow...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield City Council approved the ratification of the collective bargaining agreement between the International Association of Firefighters Local 648 and the city during...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Mayor Domenic Sarno announced a total of $2.2 million that will be awarded to small businesses and nonprofits in the 11th round of American Rescue Plan Act funding for the city ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The third oldest building in downtown Springfield will be rehabilitated and made the new home of not only the Springfield Preservation Trust but also two more tenants.

Th...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; This year&rsquo;s recipients of the Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching Award were honored at the April 27 meeting of the Springfield School Committee.

School Superinte...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; To update Springfield constituents on what their legislators are working on, state Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow) and state Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield) visited the City Counc...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council Casino Oversight Committee received an update from MGM Springfield during an April 25 meeting.

MGM President Chris Kelley noted that it has been a little...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Out with the old and in with the new. The Eastfield Mall property on Boston Road will be redeveloped, following the special permit approval from the Springfield City Council....
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Thanks to Paul Picknelly, the president and CEO of Monarch Enterprises, Western Massachusetts now has a link to the Italian government.

On March 24, an Italian consulate...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; To enhance communication and teamwork between a woman in labor and the clinicians caring for them, Mercy Medical Center has launched TeamBirth, a new initiative that improves th...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the 37th year, the World&rsquo;s Largest Pancake Breakfast will return to downtown Springfield on Saturday, May 13.

From 8-11 a.m., the community can gather on Main S...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Following an investigation conducted by his office, Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni declared a February police-involved shooting in Springfield that resulted in the de...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The &ldquo;crown jewel&rdquo; of Springfield will remain under the protection of local deputy sheriffs.

As seasonable spring weather has yielded an increase in outdoor ac...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Although there are slightly fewer students in the Springfield school district, the proposed budget for the next fiscal year has increased substantially.

School officials...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Several technology upgrades to Springfield City Council operations have been made with the help of President Jesse Lederman.

The upgrades include hybrid meeting technolo...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts program Rachel&rsquo;s Table will be growing several of their efforts thanks to a $300,000 grant from the United States Department...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; One hundred-thirty-six artists in Springfield were celebrated on April 10 at the Community Music School for being recipients of Massachusetts Cultural Council Sector Recovery Gr...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; It has been three years since the coronavirus pandemic forced many companies and its employees out of the office and into their homes. While some sort of normalcy has since retu...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The owners of Dewey&rsquo;s Jazz Lounge have established a new business venture in downtown Springfield by opening All American Sports Bar, Grill &amp; Patio.

The upscale...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In honor of the Week of the Young Child, Make Way for Ducklings hosted an inaugural art show for students to display their work for family and friends.

&ldquo;Teachers h...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Parlaying major entertainment events into economic development was the focus of Mayor Domenic Sarno during the April 10 announcement of a pair of Bruno Mars concerts at the Mass...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Unequal benefits regarding paid family and medical leave in the city of Springfield are being investigated closely after a resolution was brought forward by City Council Preside...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Second grader Benjamin Brunson needed some assistance with his mobility at school and is a Batman fan. Robert Charland, better known as Bob the Bike Man, combined the student&rs...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The numbers are impressive.

Between Aug. 29, 2020, and March 31, 2023, AMR provided 455,300 tests to detect the coronavirus at its testing facility at Eastfield Mall. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Presented by the Springfield Jewish Community Center, the Pioneer Valley Jewish Film Festival is celebrating its 17th year of film programming. The festival includes an eclectic...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; It was an unusual groundbreaking on April 5 as it was both indoors and didn&rsquo;t rely on a shovel.

Instead, Mayor Domenic Sarno and state Sen. Jake Oliveira (D-Ludlow...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Crayon-drawn pictures, handwritten notes, smiles and waves greeted U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) as he visited White Street Elementary School on April 6.

Princi...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After four years of searching for the right location, Loophole Brewing has found a space to open its business in Downtown Springfield.

Located at 51-59 Taylor St., Loopho...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The opulent decor and festive camaraderie of Spirit of Springfield&rsquo;s annual Bright Nights Ball will be showcased on Nov. 11 at MGM Springfield. This year&rsquo;s ball is t...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; For the past six months, Western New England University&rsquo;s Occupational Therapy Center has served people across campus and the Greater Springfield area, however, this summe...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In the wake of the fatal fire at 126 East St., the American Red Cross Massachusetts chapter is partnering with National Grid to rally volunteers to install smokes alarms in five...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; An active field of City Council candidates are taking out paper for the 2023 election, according to City Clerk Gladys Oyola-Lopez.

The 2023 race will feature two open sea...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; &ldquo;Fragile&rdquo; is the term Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood is using to describe the Springfield Police Department at this time.

A City Council Public Safet...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; After a run of legislative successes during the Biden administration, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal believes the House of Representatives is heading to an &ldquo;impasse&rdquo; when it...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; In an effort to promote unity against antisemitism, the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts joined the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism&rsquo;s new national campaign, #S...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council approved a new resolution that proposes a 50 percent subsidy for Pioneer Valley Transit Authority bus lines for two years during their March 20 meeting. City Co...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Springfield&rsquo;s Commissioner of Health and Human Services Helen Caulton-Harris said much was learned during the first three years of the coronavirus pandemic, which continue...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The city suspended a Springfield club&rsquo;s operations in response to a shooting that occurred in late December 2023, but it could reopen as early as this month.

The Li...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Nearly 10 years since a fire destroyed the junior high school on Chestnut Street, life will return to the vacant grounds with a different means of serving the community.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The education and support services nonprofit Square One is expanding its outreach in Springfield with the announcement of a new location at 947 Main St. Once completed, the buil...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Some people loathed it; other people loved it, but all would agree it is the end of an era.

The Mardi Gras Gentlemen&rsquo;s Club reportedly closed on March 30 after the...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Code infractions, ineffective security standards and sanitation issues were among the numerous concerns residents of the Springfield Gardens apartments raised during a joint Eco...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Several roadway infrastructure projects throughout the city will be bolstered by $3.6 million in state Chapter 90 funds after the allocation received approval from the City Coun...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Ward 6 City Councilor Victor Davila said the plan developed to clean up litter in the Forest Park neighborhood could be a model for the rest of the city.

After several m...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Roughly a year after the establishment of the Department of Justice consent decree, the City Council received an update on the process during a March 21 special meeting. The mee...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; To assist veterans and their families afford heating and electric bills during the winter months, the United Way of Pioneer Valley has launched a program called Warming Hearts. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Western Massachusetts Passenger Rail Commission hosted its fourth of six meetings on March 21, as members prepare to create the final report for the East-West Passenger Rail...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The 2021 graduation rates and dropout rates for the Springfield school district showed more improvement as discussed at the School Committee&rsquo;s meeting on March 15.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; JPMorgan Chase and Co. recognized the opening of the first Chase bank in Western Massachusetts with a March 15 ribbon cutting ceremony at its new downtown Springfield location o...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The 2021 graduation rates and dropout rates for the Springfield school district showed more improvement as discussed at the School Committee&rsquo;s meeting on March 15.

SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Four new working groups centered on critical city sectors will be debriefing over the course of 2023 to create new, constituent-driven solutions to some of the issues facing Spr...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; BetMGM, along with a multitude of other online sportsbook applications, debuted in Massachusetts on March 10. For MGM Springfield, BetMGM marks an expansion of their on-location...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; MGM Springfield COO Chris Kelley, Mayor Domenic Sarno, state Reps. Carlos Gonzalez, Orlando Ramos and Brian Ashe, Springfield Thunderbirds Managing Partner Paul Picknelly and Th...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Projects for the German Gerena Community School, Washington School and White Street School will be submitted to the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) after final ap...
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WASHINGTON, DC &mdash; The United States Air Force Concert Band from Washington, DC, is preparing for a 12-day tour through the Northeast and Springfield is one of the stops.

The band will ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; With the announcement that Onyx Partners of Needham plans to demolish the Eastfield Mall as part of its redevelopment plan, the Economic Development Council of Western Massachus...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; In what is expected to be an active political season, several mayoral candidates are taking out papers for the upcoming 2023 election, according to a list from City Clerk Gladys...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; A bill recently filed by Gov. Maura Healey regarding Chapter 90 funding is set to allocate $400 million across the state&rsquo;s 351 municipalities for roadway improvements. How...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield Education Association (SEA), which represents the city&rsquo;s teachers, is now meeting regularly with Superintendent Daniel Warwick to address issues in the cit...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; One of the largest building owners in downtown is now shedding its commercial properties.

The New England Farm Workers Council is selling many of its commercial real est...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Michele and Donald D&rsquo;Amour Museum of Fine Arts debuted a new exhibit &ldquo;Nelson Stevens: Color Rapping&rdquo; on March 4 in honor of the legacy and work of Stevens ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; City Councilor At-Large and former state Rep. Sean Curran is proposing the construction of a Western Massachusetts Food Hall in downtown Springfield. Curran formally requested f...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; City Council President and 2023 mayoral candidate Jesse Lederman has sent a letter to the offices of Gov. Maura Healey and the federal state delegation urging for more funding r...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Working to preserve the city&rsquo;s rich history and famed architectural structures since 1972, the Springfield Preservation Trust continues its advocation as a dedicated, volu...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Focus Springfield recently produced interviews with the new Vice President of the City Council, Melvin Edwards, and the new Vice Chair of the School Committee, LaTonia Naylor. <...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Rose McCaffrey, a senior at American International College, interned with the campaign of Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll.

They won the election and were ina...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Attorney and Ward 2 City Councilor Michael Fenton is this year&rsquo;s Springfield Parade Marshal for the Holyoke St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day Parade on March 19.

&ldquo;It is...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and his American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team continue to distribute grant awards to local businesses and nonprofits in the aftermath of the coronavirus pande...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The Springfield Police Department and Public Safety Committee Chair and Ward 5 City Councilor Lavar Click-Bruce are highlighting a safe avenue for internet purchase exchanges. P...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; MGM Springfield President Chris Kelley, Mayor Domenic Sarno&rsquo;s Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Ward 2 City Councilor and Casino Oversight Committee Chair Michael Fenton celebra...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Astronaut Scott Kelly will be the speaker at the next presentation of the Springfield Public Forum on March 5.

The talk, &ldquo;Lessons from a Year in Space,&rdquo; will...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The City Council approved a 5 percent cost of living adjustment (COLA) for retired city employees during their Feb. 13 meeting. The order was initially proposed by Mayor Domenic...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Three &ldquo;significant, historic structures&rdquo; located in the heart of downtown Springfield will be redeveloped following a request for qualifications (RFQ) process.&nbsp;...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; And then there were four.

State Rep. Orlando Ramos announced his candidacy on Feb. 16 for mayor of Springfield at a rally with the high school he attended, Roger L. Putn...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will feature four more concerts as a part of their 2022-2023 concert series, including &ldquo;Mardi Gras!&rdquo; on Feb. 25, &ldquo;Fear...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A new Behavioral Health Network (BHN) Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) opened in Springfield on Jan. 27. The BHN CBHC is one of 25 behavioral health and substance use p...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; At its Feb. 9 meeting, the Springfield School Committee approved Superintendent Daniel Warwick to submit three statements of interest to the Massachusetts School Building Author...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Literacy Lab Regional Director Thomas Oakley announced his candidacy for a City Council at-large seat on Feb. 7. Oakley was born and raised in Springfield and has worked on ...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Caitlyn Feeley was crowned the 2023 Springfield Parade Committee Colleen at the committee&rsquo;s annual ball on Feb. 11.

A capacity audience filled a ball room at the S...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A hot lunch program for the senior community made its official return on Feb. 1. Meals will be provided on different days throughout the city&rsquo;s various senior centers. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman ended long-time speculation about his political future and declared his candidacy for mayor.

Lederman is the second member of the C...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; Several intersections, corridors, roadway treatments and pedestrian crossings throughout Springfield will be enhanced thanks to a $15 million federal grant from the Federal High...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a $3.29 million Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration Grant to the chair of the Department of Counseling at Springfield C...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Representatives from a dispensary planning to open in Springfield and city leaders aired differing perspectives on a zoning change that would allow a dispensary to receive a bui...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Fashion designer and tailor Justin Haynes has had his work featured at Paris Fashion Week (conducted at the Eiffel Tower), New York Fashion Week, LA Fashion Week, and Miami Fash...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Representatives from Insa, 6 Brick&rsquo;s and Liberty Cannabis discussed the current state of their businesses during a Jan. 17 City Council Economic Development Subcommittee m...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) is launching Power of the Purse for 2023, a program that fills purses with critical toiletries and items for women in social service prog...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The attorney representing the musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra (SSO) explained to Reminder Publishing that unless an ongoing labor dispute is settled thr...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Dr. Ismael Ali holds a browning copy of a newspaper published by the Black Panther Party in 1969. The newspaper is among the elements of the civil rights movement that he said r...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood and Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi announced increased measu...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following years of advocacy and extensive deliberations, MGM Springfield celebrated the debut of its on-location sportsbook during a festive Jan. 31 press conference. City leade...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The 157-year-old Children&rsquo;s Study Home has a new name which the agency believes better describes the role in plays in helping people.

The agency is now Helix Human ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman is spearheading the creation of four new resident-based working groups to discuss various community sectors. He also recently proposed an a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Councilor Justin Hurst made his campaign official on Jan. 25 with a kick-off event that drew almost a full house to the Cedars Banquet Facility.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Counselor and social scientist Dr. David Ciampi is joining the 2023 Springfield mayoral race. Ciampi formally announced his candidacy to the public during a campaign event on Ja...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; MGM Resorts International CEO William Hornbuckle joined Mayor Domenic Sarno, MGM Springfield President Chris Kelley and Ward 2 City Councilor Michael Fenton for a Jan. 20 meetin...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; If you&rsquo;ve been to public events or sports, there&rsquo;s a good chance you&rsquo;ve seen Chris Marion at work. The well-known photographer has been shooting in the Pioneer...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following 13 years of ownership, MassDevelopment announced the $6 million sale of 1550 Main St. to Mittas Holdings LLC and DGP Properties LLC, which are owned by Vidhyadhar Mitt...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved a new contract for the Springfield police union during their Jan. 9 meeting. The contract awards 3.75 percent annual retroactive pay bonuses for 2020, ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Congressman Richard Neal announced a $3 million federal earmark that will help establish a Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (CCE) inside Union Station. The allocation was made...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and his financial team announced a &ldquo;innovative&rdquo; initiative that will provide more than $2 million in tax relief for the fiscal year 2024 (FY24) b...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Winter Walk, an organization raising awareness around issues of homelessness, is launching its first event in Springfield on Feb. 5 from 9 to 11 a.m.

Every year in Fe...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Winter Walk, an organization raising awareness around issues of homelessness, is launching its first event in Springfield on Feb. 5 from 9 to 11 a.m. Every year in February ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno announced through a press release on Jan. 7 that longtime City Councilor Clodo Concepcion has passed. As of press time there were no further details.

SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City leaders continue to distribute $123.8 million of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to various businesses, nonprofits, and community centers across Springfield. For City...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Looking ahead in the new year, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno envisions several critical developments set to occur in 2023.

In comments sent to Reminder Publishing, Sar...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A proposed resolution from City Councilor At-Large Justin Hurst to remove the city&rsquo;s trash fee incited extensive debate during the City Council&rsquo;s Jan. 9 meeting. Som...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Superintendent Daniel Warwick looks forward to several critical developments that will occur across 2023 for Springfield Public Schools (SPS).

One of the major developme...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman and City Council Vice President Melvin Edwards were officially inaugurated as the City Council&rsquo;s 2023 leadership team on Jan. 2. Lede...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Friends of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site are in the process of completing Phase II of the restoration of the four historic tower clocks in the Main Arsenal b...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Osteria is the latest addition to the downtown dining scene and co-owner Matt Hubeny said the restaurant&rsquo;s soft opening in January received &ldquo;a great response.&rdquo;...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno announced the ninth round of ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funding for Springfield on Dec. 28, 2022. The latest ARPA round awarded $2.27 million for commun...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll visited the New North Citizens&rsquo; Council Youth Center on Jan. 2 for their Three Kings holiday celebration. The event marked the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; While Spirit of Springfield is enjoying another prosperous Bright Nights season, the community-based organization also continues to support Ukrainian illustrator Max Stasiuk thr...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Ward 6 City Councilor and Chair of the Public Safety subcommittee Victor Davila expressed frustration with the Police Commission&rsquo;s lack of attendance for a Dec. 13 Public ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Miracle League of Western Massachusetts is having an Open House on Jan. 21 at 413 Athletic Training Center on 340 McKinstry Ave. Suite #250 in Chicopee from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved raises for the council, School Committee and mayor during their Dec. 19 meeting. The raises will take effect in 2024 after the 2023 election cycle. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The eighth round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to business and economic development projects includes monies to minority and/women-owned small businesses in the cit...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Councilor Victor D&aacute;vila has formed an Advisory Litter Committee as a result of residents&rsquo; increasing concerns regarding litter throughout Forest Park.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno appointed Stephen Lonergan as Treasurer and Collector on Dec. 22. Lonergan is taking over after former Treasurer and Collector Christopher Caputo resigned to...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Many polls during the recent midterm elections predicted a &ldquo;red wave&rdquo; of triumphant Republican candidates in many races across the country. That &ldquo;wave&rdquo; d...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A new housing project from Spring Park Properties Inc. that will provide 24 one-bedroom housing units on Oakland Street received special permit approval from the City Council du...
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EDITOR&rsquo;S NOTE: As 2022 comes to a close, Reminder Publishing took a look at some of the major events and storylines that shaped the community over the past year. While we tried to make this l...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Working Group on Civic Engagement concluded its series of meetings by presenting their final recommendations for increasing civic engagement and government accessibility dur...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following years of preparation and several hurdles, MGM Springfield received a sports betting license from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission on Dec. 19. MGM Springfield joined...
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SPRINGFIELD - Mayor Domenic Sarno, City Councilors Justin Hurst, Jesse Lederman and Victor Davila and state Sen. Eric Lesser gathered along with local youth groups in Court Square to celebrate the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved the adoption of an order supporting Community Choice Energy Authorization during their Dec. 5 meeting. The order was originally conceived by City Counc...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The local vehicle equipment shop Springfield Auto and Truck Repair has served commercial, emergency and municipal vehicles throughout Western Massachusetts. On Dec. 13, business...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The indoor amusement chain Fun City Trampoline Park received a special permit to develop a new location at 1377 Liberty St. during the council&rsquo;s Dec. 12 meeting. The devel...
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SPRINGFIELD/HOLYOKE &ndash; Following a fire at the Jewish Community Center on 1160 Dickinson St., the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts (JFWM) continues its operations in its temporary ho...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Boys &amp; Girls Club Family Center is gearing up for their upcoming holiday events starting with its first ever Winter Festival on Dec. 21 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and the annua...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Judy Matt, the president of the Spirit of Springfield, said her organization is considering how to bring the Big Balloon Parade back next year, but minus the balloons.

T...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman and City Council Vice President Melvin Edwards will remain in their council leadership positions in 2023. Lederman announced that both he a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A presentation took place on the evening of Dec. 1 by the request of Springfield&rsquo;s downtown neighborhood council, the Armoury Quadrangle Civic Association for updates on t...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Some members of the School Committee disagreed with the word &ldquo;exemplary&rdquo; to describe the performance of School Superintendent Daniel Warwick, but the body did approv...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following years of advocacy against the development, a proposed biomass power plant in Springfield will remain without a permit following a Massachusetts Office of Appeals and D...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Representatives of Springfield&rsquo;s Economic Development team and Preservation Trust aired different perspectives on the future of 1400 State St. and 1414 State St. during th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following two meetings, the City Council approved $6.5 million in relief for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) tax levy and set an FY23 tax rate of $17.05 per $1,000 of value of resid...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Davenport Advisors will be developing the historic 169 Maple St. property into 11 residential units after receiving special permit approval from the City Council during its Nov....
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Gov. Charlie Baker and Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito visited Mercy Medical Center alongside local leaders to hear updates for the developing Andy Yee Palliative Care Unit. The reflectiv...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Councilor At-Large Justin Hurst announced his candidacy for the 2023 mayoral election in a Nov. 30 press release.

Hurst, a graduate of Springfield Public Schools wh...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and City Council President Jesse Lederman expressed concern with the execution of a Nov. 22 hearing from the newly implemented Police Commission. The commiss...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The annual traditions at MGM Springfield continued on Nov. 25 as dignitaries and others lit the MGM Springfield Christmas tree and opened the outside ice rink. Hundreds people a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield School Committee approved a pilot program that would teach students in both English and Spanish.

The program, which would start with the 2023-2024 school...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&ndash; Springfield Museums celebrated their annual holiday tradition, the Lighting of the Quadrangle, on Nov. 25. The event invites residents of all ages to participate in a multi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; State Auditor Suzanne Bump said it was more important to her and her office to provide information to the Legislature about whether or not state agencies and programs were fulfi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Members of the City Council&rsquo;s Maintenance and Development Subcommittee discussed updates with the ongoing development of a new bike and skate park in Springfield during a ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Monsoon Roastery is hosting its Second Annual Kringle Market on Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Graffiti Warehouse on 250-270 Albany St. Attendees will have the chance ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Under the guidance of the team&rsquo;s local ownership group, 413 Elite continues to score positive results on and off the court as Springfield&rsquo;s new American Basketball A...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; About 30 people gathered at the Springfield Police Department Headquarters on Nov. 16 for the annual observation of Project Blue Light and for the introduction of a new monument...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following an extensive track record in academia, American International College (AIC) President Hubert Benitez is developing a future of prosperity for the educational instituti...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Congressman Richard Neal, chairman of the House Ways &amp; Means Committee, intends to continue seeking ways to work with Republicans in the new session of the House that will b...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Greater Springfield responded to the new location for the annual Mayflower Marathon by setting a new record of at least $171,000.

As of Nov. 25, a final count has not ye...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A very low voter turnout was seen in the region&rsquo;s largest community.

As reported by the Elections Office, out of 115,755 registered voters only 28,169 residents pa...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Rachel&rsquo;s Table unveiled a new refrigerated van that will allow the organization to distribute thousands more pounds of food annually at a Nov. 15 press conference at the M...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A 2023 Community Preservation Committee (CPC) recommended project focused on developing market rate apartments in the Ridgewood Historic District received approval from the City...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Roughly a month after its initial formation, the Working Group on Civic Engagement hosted a community forum on Nov. 4 to gather public perspective on their ongoing work. The wor...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Falcetti School of Music is celebrating their 65th anniversary through February 2023.

They offer individual and group music lessons as well as community programming ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Pioneer Valley Transit Authority (PVTA) will offer free buses and paratransit services from Nov. 25 through Dec. 31, thanks to a shared grant included in the state budget an...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Tech Foundry Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tricia Canavan will serve as a local voice for education after being appointed to the state&rsquo;s Board of Elementary and Secondary ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Preservation Trust is undertaking an effort to preserve a landmark building in Springfield for future redevelopment, as opposed to potential demolition.

T...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The long-running manufacturing business Duc-Pac Corporation has operated since 1949 as a specialty producer of aluminum, copper and metal duct work for HVAC equipment shipped th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield St. Patrick&rsquo;s Parade Committee hosted its annual Colleen Preliminary Contest at the Carriage House at the Barney Estate on Nov. 5. The five finalists of th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The holiday cheer of Bright Nights and other signature events will be featured throughout Spirit of Springfield&rsquo;s winter season.

So far, Spirit of Springfield cont...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The city of Springfield recognized the impact made by veterans at its annual parade and wreath-laying event. The city and the Veterans&rsquo; Activities Committee honored 2022 V...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; From restoration projects to community-led endeavors, the Community Preservation Committee (CPC) approves a slew of projects annually from Community Preservation Act (CPA) fundi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Operating across three states, Roca works as an entity dedicated to improving adolescent lives by engaging with young adults, law enforcement and systems at the center of urban ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; 413 Caf&eacute;, a woman-owned business located on 1383 Main St. rear, recently celebrated their third-year anniversary.

Owner and founder Christina Raschi said, &ldquo;...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Councilor Justin Hurst has said that a former Springfield police officer should not be employed as a firefighter in the city, but the Sarno administration disagrees.

SPRINGFIELD &ndash; In a large vacant area on the first floor of Union Station, a new facility will help grow cyber security in Western Massachusetts.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Ahead of the active holiday season, Springfield Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris provided an overview on the ongoing status of the coronavirus pandemi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After weeks of deliberation, the City Council approved the $1.125 million acquisition of the former Friendly&rsquo;s property at 65 Sumner Ave. during their Oct. 24 meeting. The...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Hampden District Attorney&rsquo;s Office introduced a new program called 1 and 11: Preventing Dating Violence, educating high school and college students the warning signs o...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Built in 1970 as a part of the Baystate West development now known as Tower Square, the Marriott Springfield Downtown hotel on 2 Boland Way operated for decades as a hospitality...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved a special permit for Diem Cannabis to operate a dispensary location at 337 East Columbus Ave. during their Oct. 24 public hearings meeting. The item dr...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; With the recent demolition of the Civic Center parking garage, downtown Springfield continues experiencing congested traffic during marquee events. Springfield Mayor Domenic Sar...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A crowd of students, educators and supporters of student debt forgiveness packed the Learning Commons Building at Springfield Technical Community College on Oct. 25 as Sen. Eliz...
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CHICOPEE/SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Community leaders and veterans&rsquo; affairs entities have planned a slew of events to honor Veterans Day.

Springfield will be hosting two celebrations of the h...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Hampden District Attorney&rsquo;s Office introduced a new program called 1 and 11: Preventing Dating Violence, educating high school and college students the warning signs o...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Throughout his recent campaign for the Ward 5 City Council seat, Lavar Click-Bruce stressed an emphasis on enhancing public safety for residents. Click-Bruce and members of the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Ironman Group, in collaboration with the Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau and city leaders, announced the arrival of the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Western Mas...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The base pay for retirees has remained the same since fiscal year 2013. Due to rising concerns with inflation, the City Council approved an order to increase retirees&rsquo; bas...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The United Way of Pioneer Valley is stepping up to help both residents in the local community and in Puerto Rico. Through their Feed a Family campaign, 50 percent of all funds r...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Congressman and Chair of the House Committee on Ways and Means Richard Neal announced a $54 million Federal Transit Authority (FTA) grant to the Pioneer Valley Transit Authority...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&ndash; Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno joined David Maynard and his staff to celebrate the grand opening of The Artist Caf&eacute; in downtown Springfield on Oct. 13. Maynard expl...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Zoo in Forest Park is back with their annual Spooky Safari taking place on Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Families can dress in costume and enjoy some friendly Hallow...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Superintendent Daniel Warwick continued an October tradition with the School Committee by briefing them on the status of the city&rsquo;s schools, and his message was the distri...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Sinai Temple is celebrating its historic 90th anniversary with two nights of events for members of the congregation.

On Oct. 28, the celebration will kick off with a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and other city leaders recognized October as Energy Efficiency Month while highlighting the ongoing progress in Springfield&rsquo;s energy goals during an Oc...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Educators, medical professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders are among the 15 Springfield volunteers appointed to the newly formed Working Group on Civic Engagement. Ci...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following his prosperous college career at Holy Cross, Springfield native Benton Whitley signed with the National Football League&rsquo;s (NFL) Kansas City Chiefs in September. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Business Improvement District (BID) is having its first-ever indoor Winter Market. The market will take place every first and third Wednesday of the month from N...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; During the City Council&rsquo;s Oct. 5 quarterly oversight of the Department of Justice&rsquo;s (DOJ) recently established consent decree, members of the council expressed conce...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The aroma of coffee fills the air as Tim Monson roasts coffee beans destined for a local bagel shop.

Monson is watching a computer monitor to check the progress of his co...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Thunderbirds enjoyed meteoric success during the 2021-2022 season as they finished as finalists for the Calder Cup. President of the Thunderbirds Nathan Costa be...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved a $64,950 fiscal year 2023 (FY23) grant that will increase the city&rsquo;s road safety measures during the council&rsquo;s Oct. 3 meeting.

Spr...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The School Committee approved the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) budget for Springfield Public Schools (SPS) during their Sept. 29 meeting.

Superintendent Daniel Warwick explai...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) is kicking off their fall 2022 Adult Education series on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. in the Goldstein Auditorium. The first event will featur...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; For the late artist Nelson Stevens, murals were part of his artistic philosophy, according to his longtime friend and colleague.

Professor John H. Bracy Jr. told Remi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved a special permit for a retail cannabis dispensary at 732 Cottage St. during its Sept. 27 hearings meeting.

Cannabis Advisor Brian Dombrowski di...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno, Director of Parks, Building and Recreational Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan and Congressman Richard Neal announced that the city secured grant funding f...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Under the guidance of new Director of Children&rsquo;s Chorus Laurie Ellington, the Community Music School of Springfield continues to offer a vision for developing young voices...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The former Friendly&rsquo;s restaurant on 65 Sumner Ave. was acquired by private investors for $600,000 in 2020 after years in dormancy. City leadership now envisions acquiring ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The city of Springfield in 1940 was the location for an important test concerning how African-American children viewed themselves. The results of this experiment were the subjec...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman proposed an ordinance intended to promote increased civic engagement for the city&rsquo;s dormant committees, boards and commissions during...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The everyday aesthetics of playing cards receives a subversive twist at the Salvador Dal&iacute; and the Art of Playing Cards exhibit at the D&rsquo;Amour Museum of Fine Arts. T...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Labeled in the past as &ldquo;the monster under the bed of municipal government&rdquo; by City Council President Jesse Lederman, the city&rsquo;s unfunded employee pension oblig...
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CHICOPEE &ndash; The team at Curry Nissan Chicopee on 765 Memorial Dr. raised funds and hosted a food drive for Lorraine&rsquo;s Soup Kitchen in early September. Their efforts raised $3,325 and 410...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Six months into its establishment, the Police Commission is expressing frustration with their current progress. The commission aired their sentiments and other updates during a ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; It looked like a typical class reunion with old friends greeting each other and talking, but the 65th reunion of the class of 1957 from Classical High School had a secondary mee...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&ndash; The 2022 Fresh Paint Festival featured the creation and installation of new murals in the city as well as the recreation of murals by the late Nelson Stevens, AfriCOBRA mem...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Thousands of people lined Main Street on Sept. 18 to watch the annual Springfield Puerto Rican Parade. The parade with marchers and floats traveled from Wason Avenue in the Nort...
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SPRINGFIELD&nbsp;&ndash; State Reps. Brian Ashe, Carlos Gonzalez, Orlando Ramos and Jacob Oliveira and state Sen. Adam Gomez presented a $100,000 earmark to the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. Exec...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Members of the School Committee expressed dismay with raises in MCAS testing requirements during the committee&rsquo;s Sept. 15 meeting. New standards were approved by the state...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; More than 200 people from around the region took the oath of allegiance to become United States citizens at a ceremony conducted on the grounds of the Armory Museum at Springfie...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan announced that the city selected two request for proposals (RFP) applicants for public mural events. The selected o...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Lavar Click-Bruce defeated former Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at University of Massachusetts Edward Collins Jr. in the Ward 5 special election on Sept. 13.

The W...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Despite the event being 21 years ago, the memories of heroism, duty and sacrifice exhibited by first responders and the military on 9/11 are still at the top of many people&rsqu...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Commonwealth Corporation (CommCorp) hosted an informational forum for Latino entrepreneurs on Sept. 7 at the UMass Center in Tower Square.

CommCorp is an organization th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; In their first meeting of the 2022-2023 academic year, the School Committee reviewed several back-to-school updates during their Sept. 1 meeting.

Chief of Innovation, St...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Veritas Prep Charter School celebrated its inaugural high school class on Sept. 1. The charter school previously focused on educating students in grades 5-8 since opening their ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) and Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts (JFSWM) partnered for a free summer camp for refugee and migrant children. The c...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The city&rsquo;s third and newest adult use cannabis dispensary is not a typical dispensary. It has an emphasis on family, place and small business.

6 Bricks at 1860 Main...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; In a festive Aug. 26 celebration for employees and community members, MGM Springfield Chairperson Chris Kelley and local leaders reflected upon the casino&rsquo;s impact through...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Dynamic portraits assembled by visionary artists and community members alike will be collaborated on during the return of the Fresh Paint Mural Festival. The artistic festival w...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After receiving enough votes during a closely-contested primary, Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce and former Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at University of Massachusetts Edw...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Springfield resident Mark Frodema looked out the expanse of green in the center of Forest Park and spoke about the conditions of the ballfields there.

He noted there are ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After conducting a short-term trial of a new traffic pattern this summer, Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Christopher Cignoli said the city is delaying construction on...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The reading proficiency program Reading Success by 4th Grade is relaunching in Springfield. The program is set to officially return in early 2023.

Reading Success by 4th ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Engineer in the telecommunications industry and Springfield Restaurant Week Committee Chair Juan F. Latorre III announced his bid for a City Council at-large seat in the 2023 el...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The local mental health organization Community Caring Clinic hosted an informational open house session with local leaders and health entities on Aug. 18. State Rep. Carlos Gonz...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; An economic renewal plan for downtown Springfield that supports existing and prospective businesses received significant review from the City Council during their Aug. 22 meetin...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Gov. Charlie Baker announced at an Aug. 23 press conference at Union Station his administration will prepare the necessary applications for federal aid for east-west rail in the...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Vocalist and Springfield native Sarah Elizabeth Charles and pianist Jarrett Cherner performed their album &ldquo;Tone&rdquo; at the Community Music School of Springfield on Aug ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Amidst a competitive field of seven candidates, mayoral aide Lavar Click-Bruce and former Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees at University of Massachusetts Edward Collins Jr. s...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno is distributing funding awards totaling $4.16 million for the city&rsquo;s seventh round of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund distribution. The announceme...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After hosting two virtual parades due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Springfield Puerto Rican Parade will be celebrating its 32nd anniversary in person on Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The technology development organization Tech Foundry received a grant as a part of the state&rsquo;s Tech Talent Diversity Initiative. The organization received $72,547 from the...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The two Democrats vying for a spot on the November ballot for the Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester District state Senate seat discussed issues in a debate broadcast over Focus S...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Doughty and lieutenant gubernatorial candidate Kate Campanale addressed resident questions and highlighted their legislative agenda duri...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The elegant craft of washi is on full display at the D&rsquo;Amour Museum of Fine Arts in Springfield with the Washi Transformed exhibit. The traveling exhibit from Internationa...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As chair of the recently-established Mental Health Subcommittee, Ward 8 City Councilor Zaida Govan continues working with medical organizations and community partners to establi...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President Jesse Lederman issued a resolution against Eversource&rsquo;s proposed Western Massachusetts Gas Reliability Project during the council&rsquo;s July 25 me...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Seven candidates will be facing off for the Ward 5 City Council seat primary on Aug. 16. The seat was vacated on May 31 when former Ward 5 City Councilor and City Council Presid...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Chris Doughty has a plan for Western Massachusetts.

The Republican candidate for his party&rsquo;s gubernatorial nomination said at a press conference at Riverfront Park ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As of press time, Rock 102, which sponsors the annual Mayflower Marathon benefiting the Open Pantry, is still looking for a location for this year&rsquo;s food drive after being...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; State Sen. Eric Lesser announced $1 million in funding for the Cliff Effect Pilot Program on July 26.

The Cliff Effect remained a subject of Lesser&rsquo;s legislative a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The city continues to incorporate new staffing positions as a part of the Department of Justice&rsquo;s (DOJ) consent decree established this year for police reform. Following t...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; State Sen. Eric Lesser welcomed leaders across Hampden County in support of his campaign for lieutenant governor on July 25.

The press conference took place outside of U...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; With the coronavirus pandemic enhancing issues with food insecurity locally and nation-wide, the Springfield division of Rachel&rsquo;s Table on 1160 Dickinson St. continues to ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Sheriff Nick Cocchi recently announced the annual Sheriff&rsquo;s Shuffle 5K race/walk will return after a two-year hiatus and will be raising funds to support the YWCA of Weste...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Christopher Cignoli shared that his team is taking on numerous road projects during the summer season.

Addressing speeding conc...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi announced a joint partnership called the Project Rescue Initiative on July 15.

The partnership will allocate a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) awarded five historic homes restoration grants during its July 5 meeting. The grants are given as a part of the Historic Home Restorat...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council discussed a remote participation policy in their first in-person meeting since 2020 during their July 18 meeting. The council continued to meet remotely over th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Dakin Humane Society is preparing to welcome beagles rescued from a breeding facility in Virginia and will be taking applications from potential pet parents.

The organiza...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Former Assistant Secretary of Transportation Chris Dempsey gathered a number of endorsements for state auditor in the region at a campaign stop in Springfield on July 11.

SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Residents will be able to enjoy a movie under the starry night skies with the Parks and Recreation Department&rsquo;s return of Movies in the Park this summer.

Mayor Dom...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; State Sens. Eric Lesser and Adam Gomez, along with state Reps. Bud Williams, Brian Ashe, Orlando Ramos and Jacob Oliveira issued a joint letter in opposition of Eversource&rsquo...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) awarded five historic homes restoration grants during its July 5 meeting. The grants are given as a part of the Historic Home Restorat...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The estate of a former private detective made a bequest to the Springfield Public Library that will improve the Reference Department.

The estate of Mary K. Brogan, along ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As the city continues awarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, the City Council&rsquo;s Finance Committee analyzed the implementation of emergency relief funds during a J...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and Executive Directors of the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) Matt Brunell and Colleen Curran announced a two-year, $3 million grant for the...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Several comic book staples will be on display at the Springfield Comic Con on July 23. The celebration will take place at the Mass Mutual Center and run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. <...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; For Keshawn Dodds the release of his first comic book as well as the production of his first animated production continuing the story of his &ldquo;Menzuo&rdquo; series are the ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following four seasons without playoff appearances, the Springfield Thunderbirds experienced a prosperous journey to their first Calder Cup Finals appearance during the 2021-202...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Under the agreement reached between the Executive Office of the Trial Court and the plaintiffs led by Register of Deeds Cheryl Coakley Rivera, the state agency was supposed to p...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Freedom Credit Union celebrates their 100-year anniversary in July. For President and CEO Glenn Welch, the milestone marks a time for reflection on the enterprise&rsquo;s growth...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The annual Eversource Walk for Boston Children&rsquo;s Hospital places a spotlight on the pediatric hospital&rsquo;s services. For 11-year-old Spr...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; During a brief June 27 City Council Hearings Meeting, the council accepted a $1 million grant that will add significant restorations to Greenleaf Park.

Greenleaf is an 1...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; With the enthusiastic support of the Sarno Administration, Peter Picknelly through his Opal development company has sent letters to the Division of Capital Access Management and...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) and American International College (AIC) established a joint articulation agreement on May 26 that will further establish a close ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; In the wake of former City Council President Marcus Williams&rsquo; resignation on May 31, City Councilor At-Large Jesse Lederman will now serve as the council&rsquo;s president...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The School Committee voted to approve the YONDR cell phone pilot program for Springfield Central High School during their June 23 meeting.

YONDR is a California-based co...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Six candidates have secured a position on the ballot for the Ward 5 City Council seat.

Background

The seat vacated on May 31 when former City Cou...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The life and career of the late restaurateur and businessman Any Yee will be commemorated with the creation of Andy Yee Palliative Care Unit at Mercy Medical Center.

Hund...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; At first glance one might wonder why an expert in the security of art would want to run for state auditor. Anthony Amore, who is the Republican candidate for the position, has a...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; If Gov. Charlie Baker had his way, the proposed FORWARD bill (An Act Investing in Future Opportunities for Resiliency, Workforce and Revitalized Downtowns) would use $2.3 billio...
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ENFIELD/SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Springfield resident Julian Penna works at the LongHorn Steakhouse in Enfield, CT. Recently, Penna competed in LongHorn&rsquo;s fifth annual steak master series, a natio...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Public Forum&rsquo;s latest speaking event analyzes the intersection between sports and equality. Partnering with the Basketball Hall of Fame, the two entities w...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As a part of the yearly budget process, the City Council underwent extensive budget hearings with various city departments during their May 31 and June 1 meetings.

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INDIAN ORCHARD &ndash; Pulling open a nondescript door on the side of an old brick mill building and descending the worn wooden stairs to the basement, you can&rsquo;t help but notice Rustic Brewin...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A dispensary moving into a dormant Boston Road location received special permit approval from the City Council during their June 6 meeting.

The project from KUR Retailer...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A dispensary moving into a dormant Boston Road location received special permit approval from the City Council during their June 6 meeting.

The project from KUR Retailer...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Diocese of Springfield has announced the conclusion of an investigation into a Longmeadow man whose camp for children was a long-standing summer tradition in the region.

SPRINGFIELD - The endless brunch offerings and creative cocktails of the Connecticut staple The Place 2 Be opened their new Springfield location on June 1.

The fourth Place 2 Be location, w...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As the newest member of the American Basketball Association (ABA), 413 Elite dribbles in a new source of local basketball to the sport&rsquo;s long-respected homestead.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; City Council President and Ward 5 representative Marcus Williams announced his formal resignation from the council during a May 31 press conference.

Reflections<...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The number of &ldquo;ghost guns&rdquo; is growing not just across the nation, but in Massachusetts and a new bill is being written to address that issue.

A &ldquo;ghost g...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A marijuana cultivator seeking a special permit to operate on 299 Page Blvd. failed to garner approval from the City Council during their May 23 meeting.

The item was co...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Donald Mitchell of Renaissance Development LLC presented a commercial and residential development concept for the long-dormant Kavanaugh Furniture space on State Street during t...
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SPRINGFIELD - Part of the sales of the new Black is Beautiful stout beer from White Lion Brewing will be used to support the work of The Healing Racism Institute.

White Lion owner Ray Berry ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management Patrick Sullivan announced that this year&rsquo;s Forest Park concert series will debut ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Caring Health Center (CHC), a Springfield-based community health center, has released a series of videos as part of a campaign to promote access to coverage and care for members...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno announced additional tax relief for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) budget on May 12.

Devised by Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer TJ ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Christopher Cignoli and members of the City Council Maintenance and Development subcommittee discussed improving the State Street cross...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After the City Council aired grievances with the &ldquo;rushed&rdquo; Elm Street Housing vote in March, the council approved the first step for a new ordinance that requires 30-...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; With COVID-19 cases steadily rising, Mayor Domenic Sarno and Health and Human Services Director Helen Caulton-Harris announced a mask advisory on May 6 for individuals who are h...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After hosting a truncated gathering in August 2021, the Spirit of Springfield returned the World&rsquo;s Largest Pancake Breakfast to its normal operations on May 14.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Cited as a central cog of the Springfield Public School district&rsquo;s improved performance, Superintendent Daniel Warwick received a two-year contract extension during the Sc...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The newly-assembled Police Commission discussed their progress during a May 9 Public Safety Committee meeting.

The Supreme Judicial Court ordered for the commission to b...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Bishop William D. Byrne announced the &ldquo;Discover the Difference&rdquo; Catholic school scholarship program on May 5, in front of Mater Dolorosa School in Holyoke.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The School Committee approved a new contract for substitute teachers and recognized winners of the Pioneer Valley Excellence in Teaching awards during their April 28 meeting. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Mayor Domenic Sarno announced opioid prevention programs funded by the state&rsquo;s opioid settlement on April 26.

The settlement stems from an investigation into three...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Following an April 25 special meeting, the City Council endured extensive conversation surrounding the authorization of $755 million for the purchasing of pension obligation bon...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; To welcome the warm weather of spring, the Dakin Humane Society is hosting a 5K fundraising benefit &ldquo;Will Run for Cookies&rdquo; on May 15 at Stanley Park. Check-in and re...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The incinerator that has been used to dispose of much of the city&rsquo;s &ndash; and the region&rsquo;s &ndash; trash is being decommissioned and replaced.

The company ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As the city&rsquo;s pension fund continues to grow, the City Council considered a bond authorization of $755 million before eventually delaying the vote during the council&rsquo...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As communities continue to dispense American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, Mayor Domenic Sarno announced the city&rsquo;s fourth round of ARPA recipients on April 7 at the New N...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Big Y has announced plans to build a new Fresh Express Market at 1500 Main St. inside of Tower Square. This will be the first of its kind and will offer the workers and resident...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is in the process of reviewing 25 applicants for Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding.

The CPC approves CPA funding on a y...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After months of advocation from City Council members, Eversource issued $41,189,502 to address their outstanding property taxes payments owed to the city on April 14.

Th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The announcement the city of Springfield has entered into a settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) was met with positive reactions from both Mayor Domenic Sarno as well...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After years of advocation, the Springfield School Committee and the district&rsquo;s paraprofessionals reached a three-year contract agreement during their April 14 meeting. ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club (PVRC) is hosting a charitable comedy show on April 30 at 8 p.m. The event will take place at the CityStage on 150 Bridge St., with doors open...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A high-concept streaming series entitled &ldquo;Chronos Mercury&rdquo; is gearing up to film in Springfield, Chicopee and West Springfield.

The series serves as a produc...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; As a sports complex that sets higher expectations inside and outside the gymnasium, Higher Expectations on 49 Cadwell Dr. hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 2.

Th...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; On April 5, Mayor Domenic Sarno joined with citizens and city officials to announce the city&rsquo;s first LGBTQ+ Pride Parade.

The parade is set to take place on June 4...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Highly pathogenic avian influenza may not be in Western Massachusetts yet, but zoos, pet owners and farmers need to be aware of the implications of the spread of this disease....
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After years during which local justice officials detailed the health problems posed by the Roderick Ireland Courthouse, the Executive Office of the Trial Court is undertaking a ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Similar to several other community staples, the soothing sounds of Springfield Symphony Orchestra remained on pause over the last two years due to the pandemic. Interim Executiv...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A series of resolutions addressing inequitable pay for paraprofessionals and rising transportation costs took center stage during the City Council&rsquo;s April 4 meeting.

SPRINGFIELD - State Sen. Adam Gomez has seen his first legislative effort passed by the Senate.

He explained in an interview on FOCUS Springfield that Massachusetts has become the 15th state...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Pioneer Valley Quilt Guild&rsquo;s annual quilt show is finally returning after a two year hiatus due to COVID-19.

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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A new project from the Springfield Science Museum entitled &ldquo;Equitable Access to the Night Sky&rdquo; is being funded from a $750,000 federal earmark.

Described as ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After continuing a mask mandate in schools until the end of March, the Springfield School Committee approved a removal of the mandate in favor of a mask-optional approach during...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Giving yourself some limits to your gaming is as easy as putting your MLife card into a slot machine and following a few prompts.

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MCG...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Boston has done it. Worcester has done it. Lawrence has done it.

Now a group of city councilors are proposing the city uses American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to creat...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Trinity United Methodist Church will be hosting a secular Arm in Arm: Artists United Against Gun Violence concert on April 9 at 361 Sumner Ave.

The 7 p.m. concert will b...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A marijuana delivery service and a dispensary owned by former NBA player Travis Best received special permit approvals from the City Council during their March 28 meeting.

SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The ongoing concerns around speeding in Springfield continue to motivate city councilors to embrace effective new measures. The General Government and Maintenance Development Su...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A flyer passed around schools claimed information about the school department&rsquo;s surveillance of students. The School Committee addressed the &ldquo;misleading&rdquo; flyer...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Community members gathered to celebrate Women&rsquo;s History Month during a March 10 ceremony.

Ayanna Crawford, who helped in organizing the event alongside Mayoral Aide...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council extensively mulled over the city&rsquo;s Host Community Agreement (HCA) process concerning cannabis dispensaries over the last month, with the ongoing conversat...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council approved an additional $6.5 million to the developers of the 31 Elm St. rehabilitation project at a meeting conducted on March 25.

Only two councilors &...
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SPRINGFIELD &mdash; At the request of the Hampden County Bar Association, Congressman Richard Neal announced on March 14 he has asked Marty Walsh, the U.S. secretary ...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; A $51.3 million plan to construct market rate apartments on 13-31 Elms Street halted due to the impacts of the pandemic. With the restoration project now underway, the City Coun...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; After collaboration from community activists, city officials and an accredited design studio, Springfield is preparing to construct a bike and ska...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Members of the Massachusetts Senior Action would like a &ldquo;do-over,&rdquo; when it comes to the appointment of the new Board of Police Commiss...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The City Council accepted a $3 million memorandum from the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) toward construction to improve Riverfront Park&rsquo;s northern under...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; State Sen. Adam Gomez, state Rep. Orlando Ramos and state Rep. Carlos Gonzalez gathered with the Massachusetts Latino Chamber of Commerce Director Andrew Melendez to celebrate t...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; The Springfield Public Schools and the School Committee recognized a vast improvement in graduation and dropout rates throughout the district.

In 2012, the district garne...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Six dispensary permits were set for review during the City Council&rsquo;s Feb. 28 public hearing meeting. Due to ongoing concerns about the city&rsquo;s Host Community Agreemen...
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SPRINGFIELD &ndash; Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno named the members of his new Board of Police Commissioners.

In a press release on March 2, Sarno named:

Dr. Gary Berte: professor o...
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