Springfield
JFS, refugees sue Homeland Security over policy to detain refugees
SPRINGFIELD — While Fikiri Amisi recently became an American citizen, he remembers the struggle of coming to the United States as a refugee.
No Kings III draws smaller, still determined crowd in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — About 1,000 people, bundled up against the cold, stood shoulder-to-shoulder in Court Square, with colorful signs lifted overhead that read “No Kings,” and “Defend Democracy.”
Neighbors oppose development of wooded land for housing
SPRINGFIELD — A proposal for a zone change that would allow a developer to turn a wooded area of Indian Orchard into multifamily housing met opposition from a group of neighbors at the Springfield City Council meeting on March 23.
Future Lawyers of Springfield participate in mock trial
SPRINGFIELD — A few dozen high school, college and law school students recently had a chance to demonstrate their skills in the courtroom, taking on the roles of prosecutors and defense attorneys in a mock trial as part of the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office program Future Lawyers of Springfield.
Faith-based orgs receive grant fundings to secure against hate
SPRINGFIELD — Six faith-based Springfield nonprofits were recently awarded state grants to ensure they remain safe in an atmosphere in which threats and hate crimes have become commonplace.
Rocky’s Ace Hardware celebrates 100 years of solving problems
Rocky's Ace Hardware on Island Pond Road in the Springfield. The company is celebrating 100-years in business. At left is Johnny Falcone, Director of Growth and Acquisitions and Rocco Falcone, president and CEO.Republican photo by Dave Roback It is a milestone for...
Soggy weather doesn’t dampen spirits at Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade
HOLYOKE — In spite of the rain — heavy at times — falling throughout the day, thousands of people came out to see marchers from throughout the area and beyond in the 73rd Holyoke St. Patrick's Parade on Sunday, March 22.
Area chambers of commerce partner to Fill the Food Bank
For the past few years, six area chambers of commerce have banded together to address a need that affects the people they serve across Hampden County — food insecurity.
Springfield Prep Charter School celebrates Black history
SPRINGFIELD — A couple of hundred people honored Black history at Springfield Prep Charter School’s second annual Black History Month Celebration.
City councilors examine issue of potholes plaguing Springfield motorists
SPRINGFIELD — Spring in New England is pothole season and this year the roadway nuisance has been particularly egregious.