by G. Michael Dobbs | Jan 24, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
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 descendants of famed WWI and WWII General George S. Patton Sr. and General George S. Patton Jr.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Jan 24, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
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 police superintendent for the city.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Jan 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
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 Fenton explained is necessary for the city to apply for state and federal resources.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Jan 15, 2024 | G. Michael Dobbs, Opinion
I pay attention to language, well, because I need to do so. The right word is so important in conveying an idea. All too often some words or phrases are used so much that they tend to lose real meaning.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Jan 9, 2024 | G. Michael Dobbs, Opinion
CHICOPEE — Mayor John Vieau offered thanks to his supporters and staff and pledged he would encourage cooperation to achieve goals for Chicopee in his new administration. Vieau took of the oath of office for the third time on Jan. 1 in a ceremony conducted in...