Volunteers, donations keep Toy for Joy going in 102nd year
The Christmas spirit and the generosity of those who embrace it come in many manners and sizes.
Indian Orchard Citizens Council seeking input for investment plan
SPRINGFIELD — Indian Orchard is one of the next neighborhoods in Springfield poised to have its own plan that reflects shared priorities for how it wants to invest in its neighborhood.
Springfield announces conclusion of three neighborhood projects
SPRINGFIELD — The city of Springfield announced that three major neighborhood enhancement projects with a total combined budget of $1.7 million are officially completed.
Hampden DA announces arrest in decades-old homicide case
SPRINGFIELD — Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni announced during a Nov. 13 press conference that an arrest has finally been made for a double homicide that occurred 46 years ago.
Springfield celebrates Veteran’s Day with parade and ceremony
The city of Springfield conducted its annual Veteran’s Day parade under sunny blue skies. The parade began at Springfield Technical Community College at 11 a.m., traveled down State Street, and then ended at City Hall where a speaking ceremony and wreath laying took place.
Record rates of food assistance needed, state grants seek to help
Food insecurity is an ongoing problem across the country, and Western Massachusetts is no different. According to an annual report from the Greater Boston Food Bank, 2023 saw 48% of people in Hampden County facing food insecurity. The same was true for 37% of Hampshire County residents.