Springfield

Neal celebrates 90th anniversary of Social Security

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 27, 2025

SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal called Social Security one of the most important achievements in American history during a recent celebration of the program’s 90th anniversary.

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So That Reminds Me visits sheriff’s picnic

By Lauren LeBel | Aug 26, 2025

So That Reminds Me visits sheriff’s picnic

Despite it being a rainy, cold afternoon on Aug. 20, Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi’s annual picnic attracted more than 1,000 people, consisting of local and state elected officials, community members and more.

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Carriage House set for SPT fundraiser on Aug. 24

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 20, 2025

Carriage House set for SPT fundraiser on Aug. 24

SPRINGFIELD — The iconic Barney Estate Carriage House inside Forest Park will be home to one of Springfield Preservation Trust’s biggest fundraisers in just a few days.

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School Committee, City Council races make up Springfield ballot

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 20, 2025

School Committee, City Council races make up Springfield ballot

SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield general election is expected to be a busy one this year, with most incumbents experiencing a challenger or two.

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By Ryan Feyre | Aug 20, 2025

Duggan Academy’s early college program favored by state designation

SPRINGFIELD — American International College has become the only private college west of Worcester to be designated as a Massachusetts Early College Program by the state’s joint Early College Committee.

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Springfield councilors’ new ordinance tackles unpaid ordinance tickets

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 20, 2025

Springfield councilors’ new ordinance tackles unpaid ordinance tickets

SPRINGFIELD — Two city councilors aim to solve the issue of unpaid ordinance tickets in Springfield with a new law that they hope to present to the full council in September.

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By Tina Lesniak | Aug 20, 2025

Armenian Fest returns to area with food, music and culture

SPRINGFIELD — For decades, Armenian Fest has been a beloved tradition at St. Mark’s Armenian Church.

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Markey, Neal, state delegates tour Springfield JCC on Aug. 14

By Ryan Feyre | Aug 20, 2025

Markey, Neal, state delegates tour Springfield JCC on Aug. 14

SPRINGFIELD — U.S. Sen. Ed Markey (D-Malden) and U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) joined state delegates for a tour of the Springfield Jewish Community Center on Aug. 14.

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Parents concerned, upset after Longmeadow school librarian’s arrest

By Sarah Heinonen | Aug 20, 2025

Parents concerned, upset after Longmeadow school librarian’s arrest

LONGMEADOW — The arrest of a middle school librarian charged with distribution of child sex abuse materials has led the Longmeadow community to express concern and outrage.