Springfield
Nonprofit testifies in favor of pilot lending program
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield-based nonprofit Common Capital has provided over 900 loans totaling over $35 million to small businesses in Western Massachusetts since its inception in 1990, leading to the creation or retainment of 2,200 jobs.
Dziedzic describes colleen experience as ‘once-in-a-lifetime’
Longmeadow High School senior Ayslin Dziedzic is Springfield’s Colleen for the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Parade.Reminder Publishing photo by Sophie Markham SPRINGFIELD — Growing up, Longmeadow High School senior Ayslin Dziedzic was always enamored by the idea of...
Springfield School Committee to vote on new five-year MOU for school cameras
SPRINGFIELD — A new memorandum of understanding that lets police patch into school cameras during emergencies is officially at the finish line.
Budget season begins in earnest for Springfield School Department
SPRINGFIELD — With budget season officially in full force, the Springfield School Committee’s Budget and Finance Subcommittee met on March 5 to conduct preliminary discussions on what the School Department’s budget may look like.
Gándara Center activates new young adult housing program
SPRINGFIELD — In the face of a persistent housing crisis, the Gándara Center offers another way for young adults to receive the resources they need in their transition to independent living.
Springfield CPC receives its highest number of CPA funding requests ever
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Community Preservation Committee is in the process of reviewing 35 applicants for Community Preservation Act funding, the highest number of applications the CPC has ever received.
Springfield Thunderbirds visit MiraVista
HOLYOKE — On Feb. 25, top talent from the Springfield Thunderbirds visited the MiraVista Behavioral Health Center, 1233 Main St.
La-Z-Boy confirms Springfield Crossing location
SPRINGFIELD — At least one other business has confirmed that they are opening a new location at Springfield Crossing.
Delgado introduces skills based hiring ordinance for Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Nearly a year after Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order instituting skills-based hiring practices for the state’s workforce, City Councilor Jose Delgado is hoping a similar ordinance can be implemented in Springfield to promote equity and inclusion in its municipal jobs.
Run to End Homelessness set to return for 12th year
SPRINGFIELD — A major fundraiser that supports vital rehabilitation programs and community food outreach initiatives at the Springfield Rescue Mission is returning in early March.
