Springfield
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 compamy 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.
Springfield resident stranded in Lebanon aids humanitarian efforts
BEIRUT, LEBANON — It is hard to be away from home for extended periods. Harder still when one is in a war zone.
Students learn to skate with Olympian, Thunderbirds
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Square One pre-school students were treated to an Olympic sized ice-skating lesson during a field trip to the Olympia Ice Center in West Springfield on March 12.
Springfield City Council advances food truck ordinance after first-step vote
SPRINGFIELD — Food truck businesses in Springfield could soon be getting more regulations after the City Council approved the first step of a food truck ordinance at its March 9 meeting.
