Fenton stages bid for District 8 seat on Governor’s Council
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield City Councilor Michael Fenton has announced that he will run against incumbent Tara Jacobs to represent Western Massachusetts on the Governor’s Council.
Warm weather means more motorcycle rides — and crashes
When the weather is warm and the roads are dry, many motorcyclists take to the street.
Springfield Pride unveils plans for fifth annual event
SPRINGFIELD — What began as a vision for a community celebration five years ago is now gearing up for one of its biggest weekends yet. The Springfield Pride Parade Weekend is back from June 4-6.
Massachusetts Senate passes sweeping environmental bond bill
The Massachusetts Senate recently voted 36-3 in favor of a $3.64 billion bill to address climate change, protect the state’s natural resources and make much needed infrastructure improvements across the state, including in Western Massachusetts.
Transgender rights activists call out Baystate for ending care
SPRINGFIELD — A small but vocal group of people, sporting protest signs and wearing pink, white and blue transgender flags as capes, attended a rally on the steps of Springfield City Hall on April 26.
Celtics award $750,000 to Square One to expand school-aged program
SPRINGFIELD — The Boston Celtics recently surprised Square One, a Springfield-based early education and family support organization, with a check for $750,000, presented on the court at TD Garden.