by Sarah Heinonen | Aug 4, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Despite frequent downpours and a last-minute change in venue, about 50 people gathered in the cafeteria of Lincoln-Brightwood School to hear about plans for the new German Gerena Community School.
by Sarah Heinonen | Jul 29, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — In a reflection of the split nature of the Springfield City Council, the question of whether to obtain independent legal advice regarding City Clerk Gladys Oyola-Lopez and the redevelopment of city property was voted down 4-5.
by Sarah Heinonen | Jul 24, 2026 | Dining and Entertainment, Features, Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Marshall Roy Park will be filled with the sights, sounds and aromas of African traditions on Saturday, Aug. 8, as the African Community Festival connects cultures and generations. The festival began four years ago as a community cookout to bring together...
by Sarah Heinonen | Jul 23, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — A Springfield family can rest a little easier after more than 30 years of heartbreak and sleepless nights now that the person who killed Celestina Perez in 1995 has been identified by the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office.
by Sarah Heinonen | Jul 22, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — A manufacturing institution in Springfield celebrated its 80th year in business at the company’s annual Family Day barbecue. Prefere Melamines, a company that makes melamine-formaldehyde resin used in products that range from laminate flooring to vehicle clear coats, welcomed Mayor Domenic Sarno and representatives from state Sen. Adam Gomez’s office to celebrate the milestone.