by Sarah Heinonen | Oct 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Three nonprofit organizations were awarded a total of $70,000 from Comcast to improve internet accessibility and technology skills training among Springfield residents. The grant is part of the company’s Project UP initiative, a $1 billion commitment to advance digital equity through programs and community partnerships.
by Sarah Heinonen | Oct 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Photo Slider, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Mix 20 different food sellers, 10 musical acts and a host of craft vendors all within one city block and what do you get? Indian Orchard’s 8th annual Food Truck Festival.
by Sarah Heinonen | Oct 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Local Headlines, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Speeding and distracted driving are problems on some of the long corridors through the city. With a $59,999 grant from the state’s Municipal Road Safety Grant Program, the Springfield Police Department aims to reduce that.
by G. Michael Dobbs | Oct 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, More Articles, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — A near capacity group of worshippers filled the sanctuary at Temple Beth El on Oct. 7 to mark the passing of the first year since Hamas terrorists killed and kidnapped Israelis, the action that started the current war.
by Sarah Heinonen | Oct 16, 2024 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Election Day can be a hectic time for voters. While the experience at most polling places in Springfield is efficient, people may struggle to make time to vote. Others might be hesitant to enter a busy polling location during flu season. Whatever the reason, those who may not want to cast their ballot in-person on Election Day can still exercise the right to vote through early voting.
by Sarah Heinonen | Oct 10, 2024 | Agawam, Belchertown, Chicopee, East Longmeadow, Easthampton, Granby, Hampden, Hampden County, Hampshire County, Hampshire Hilltowns, Hilltowns, Holyoke, Local Headlines, Local News, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Monson, Palmer, South Hadley, Southwick, Springfield, Ware, West Springfield, Westfield
U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) is a well-known name in Massachusetts. Nadia Milleron is not, and as a candidate for the 1st Congressional District, she is outraged by that.