Springfield
Neal defeats activist opponent, secures 19th term in House
The morning after the Nov. 5 election, while control of the U.S. House of Representatives was still in the air, the outcome in Massachusetts’ First Congressional District was clear. U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) won a 19th term, his sixth representing the westernmost district in the state.
Food pantries show need as Toy for Joy kicks off 102nd season
The need has never been greater.
Springfield art exhibit reflects effort to cope with grief
SPRINGFIELD — The use of art to express feelings of grief is the reason for the second annual exhibit of art made by participants in the peer-support programs offered by Rick’s Place in Wilbraham.
Chandler honored for helping others reach for the stars
American Medical Response’s Emily Chandler was recently recognized with a Stars of Life award.Reminder Publishing submitted photo SPRINGFIELD — American Medical Response’s Emily Chandler has been recognized nationally with a Stars of Life award for her commitment...
Book fair connects community with local authors
Dr. Jim Price was one of the authors participating in the “Cultural Connections: A celebration of Black and Brown Literature” conduced on Nov. 2 in Springfield.Reminder Publishing photos by G. Michael Dobbs SPRINGFIELD — For a second year the “Cultural Connections:...
AIC athletes host trunk-or-treat for local families
SPRINGFIELD — American International College student-athletes hosted a Halloween trick-or-treating event for children on Nov. 1 before the football team’s game against Assumption College. In addition to a safe trick-or-treating experience, all families attending were given free admission to the game.
Forest Park grandstand reno, horticultural center fundraising underway
SPRINGFIELD — The noise of construction filled the air in Forest Park during an Oct. 28 press conference with U.S. Rep. Richard Neal and Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno, but this spring those sounds will be replaced with the crack of a baseball bat and the cheer of the crowd.
Forest Park residents celebrate Halloween with party, parade
SPRINGFIELD — The Forest Park Civic Association invited residents of the Forest Park Neighborhood to its annual halloween party and parade at the Garfield Street Triangle at the intersection of Garfield, Fairfield, and Greenleaf streets on Oct. 26.
Neal, MassDOT announce $36.8M for East-West Rail
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield has moved a little closer to becoming the central hub of a statewide passenger rail system known as Compass Rail.
Residents, officials urge Parker Street drivers: ‘Check Your Speed’
SPRINGFIELD — A steady flow of vehicles streamed along Parker Street in both directions. It was rush hour on Oct. 28 and drivers were pouring past the Greenleaf Community Center.
