One-year extension granted for special permit for Springfield housing project
SPRINGFIELD — The City Council unanimously approved a one-year extension of an existing special permit for a housing project coming to 169 Maple St.
STCC receives state grant to explore EV technician training
SPRINGFIELD — With electric vehicles becoming more prevalent in the area, Springfield Technical Community College is investigating ways in which they can bolster the workforce in this emerging industry.
Longtime vacant lot in Springfield becomes home to new cannabis dispensary
SPRINGFIELD — After being vacant for roughly two decades, 461 Boston Rd. is now home to a new retail cannabis dispensary.
Springfield teachers union, School Department provide updates on contract negotiations
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Education Association and Springfield Public Schools are currently in the midst of negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement.
Sarno joins community for Union Station tree lighting
Mayor Domenic Sarno joined the Community Music School of Springfield, the Springfield Redevelopment Community for the fourth annual tree lighting ceremony at Union Station. After wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and holiday season, Sarno lit the tree and sent the Amherst Railway Society’s model train around the evergreen. The Community School of Music, under the direction of String City Orchestra co-director Will Losch, performed holiday songs before the tree lighting.