Springfield
Refugees, service providers struggle amid funding freeze
SPRINGFIELD — When people immigrate to the United States, religious organizations, such as Catholic Charities and Church World Services, are often the primary point of contact, working with the federal and state governments to provide a support system while immigrants and refugees get settled.
Fat Tuesday Jazz Night to capture Mardi Gras spirit
SPRINGFIELD — People seeking a taste of the Mardi Gras spirit can find it at 52 Sumner Ave. on Feb. 22.
Springfield City Council extends residency requirement for municipal employees to two years
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council approved an ordinance that gives most newly hired municipal employees two years to relocate to Springfield instead of the one year that was previously set in place.
Springfield selected for no-cost energy efficiency support service
SPRINGFIELD — The city of Springfield is one of two communities in Massachusetts chosen to participate in a pilot initiative that aims to help underserved residents lower their energy bills by connecting them with energy efficient upgrades and clean energy solutions.
Springfield City Council approves funding for new police technology
SPRINGFIELD — In an attempt to bring the Police Department’s technology into the 21st century, the City Council approved a funding package of $7.2 million to upgrade the department’s technology.
Springfield City Council backs resolution in support of school bus camera bill
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Council unanimously approved a resolution in support of a bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey in early January that aims to enhance the safety of school children who ride the bus daily.
Curran asks Sarno administration to initiate public safety complex feasibility study
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield City Councilor Sean Curran believes now is the right time for the city to initiate a feasibility study for a new public safety complex.
Springfield City Council passes resolution in support of all Liberians living in U.S.
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council unanimously passed a resolution during its Feb. 10 meeting that supports the inclusion of all Liberians living in the United States facing mass deportation and an emergency injunctive relief lawsuit.
Ford chosen for national fellowship to advance birth equity
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford was recently chosen to participate in the inaugural year of Vital Village Networks National Birth Justice Fellowship Program, an 18-month initiative that aims to advance birth equity across the country.
Gonzalez announces bid for Ward 1 council seat
SPRINGFIELD — Election season is officially underway in Springfield as current School Committee member Joesiah Gonzalez announced that he is running for the Ward 1 City Council seat, which will be up for grabs later this November.
