Springfield City Council extends pawn broker moratorium; approves MSBA bond authorization
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council unanimously voted to extend the moratorium on licensing new pawn brokers until June 30, 2028.
Springfield officials want further legal action against Garcia Market after drug bust
SPRINGFIELD — Following a two-year operation that put an end to illicit drug trafficking at the Garcia Market on 344 Orange St., the city is looking for ways to prevent the illegal activity from happening again.
‘Iconic’ Forest Park grandstand gets $4 million renovation
SPRINGFIELD — When officials gathered on a beautiful sunny day at Walker Memorial Grandstand inside Forest Park on June 16, they spoke of the field’s historical greatness and its ability to make one feel like they played in the major leagues.
Agawam City Council passes $116.6 million budget
AGAWAM — The Agawam City Council unanimously approved Mayor Christopher Johnson’s $116.6 million fiscal year 2026 general operating budget during its June 16 meeting.
‘Prioritizing what people can do;’ council OKs skills-based hiring ordinance
SPRINGFIELD — Over a year after Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order instituting skills-based hiring practices for the state’s workforce, Springfield has just implemented a similar ordinance to promote equity and inclusion in its own municipal jobs.