Springfield
Water pipe work for ‘X’ project to happen all summer
SPRINGFIELD — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Springfield DPW have announced that the main water construction activities associated with the “X” project will transpire through fall.
Group spearheads community art initiative to study betting impacts
SPRINGFIELD — The Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with young adults in Springfield and other stakeholders in the city for a community art contest to better understand gambling and its effects on young adults.
Organizations secure $875K in tax credits for initiatives
SPRINGFIELD — Four community development corporations and service organizations in Springfield secured a total of $875,000 in Community Investment Tax Credit awards for housing, economic and community development in the city.
BJ’s breaks ground at Springfield Crossing, expected to open this year
SPRINGFIELD — BJ’s Wholesale Club officially broke ground at 1655 Boston Rd. on July 8, just a few weeks after announcing its plans to open the new store later this year.
Ribbon cutting celebrates JCC’s pickleball, basketball courts
SPRINGFIELD — As part of its ongoing campaign to update its amenities, the Springfield Jewish Community Center recently opened eight new pickleball courts and a full-sized basketball court for JCC members and the general public.
Hampden County overdoses slightly down in 2025
SPRINGFIELD — Substance use disorders are still a prevalent issue in Hampden County, but according to recent data from the Critical Incident Management System, some progress has been made.
Springfield secures $5M for HVAC upgrades at Glickman
SPRINGFIELD — Alfred Glickman Elementary School is the latest in Springfield to receive necessary upgrades to its heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Springfield among those suing Trump admin over EPA grants
SPRINGFIELD — The fight for clean air continues as Springfield is one of many listed in a lawsuit against the Trump administration for the president’s recent termination of Environmental Protection Agency grants.
Springfield celebrates opening of first public skate, bike park
SPRINGFIELD — Louis Sacco of 413 BikeLife remembers the days before 2017 when his group of friends would get into trouble for riding their bikes in the streets and in city parks.
DCAMM accepting bids for new Springfield courthouse
SPRINGFIELD — The state’s Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance has officially posted its requests for proposals for the future Springfield Regional Justice Center project.
