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Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
On May 6, state Senate leaders revealed a new proposal for tuition-free, universal community college for all Massachusetts residents, dubbed MassEducate.
Senate introduces bill for universal free community college
On May 6, state Senate leaders revealed a new proposal for tuition-free, universal community college for all Massachusetts residents, dubbed MassEducate.
Parent Villages honors Springfield difference-makers
SPRINGFIELD — When the current school year began, Rebecca M. Johnson School principal Christopher Sutton literally rolled out the red carpet to welcome students. He shook everyone’s hand and began memorizing their names. He goes to every classroom, every day, to say good morning.
Gomez named Legislator of the Year by MOVA
SPRINGFIELD — State Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield) was honored by The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance with a legislator of the year award. The award was presented at MOVA’s annual Victim Rights Awards Ceremony on April 23 at the State House.
American International College hosts Team IMPACT signing day
SPRINGFIELD — American International College hosted a signing ceremony on April 26 in recognition of three recent Team IMPACT child-sports team matches at the college.
Springfield School Committee passes amended FY25 budget
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield School Committee voted at its May 2 special meeting to approve the fiscal year 2025 budget with an amendment to set aside funds for discussion on creating additional positions in the School Department.
ValleyBike Share program returns to the region this month
NORTHAMPTON — After several months of laying idle, the regional ValleyBike Share Program will make its return at the end of May.
Gomez named Legislator of the Year by MOVA
SPRINGFIELD — State Sen. Adam Gomez (D-Springfield) was honored by The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance with a legislator of the year award.
AMR’s therapy dog provides smiles, comfort to first responders
Freddie, American Medical Response Springfield’s therapy dog.Reminder Publishing submitted photo SPRINGFIELD — At the end of the workday, two feet covered in curly blonde hair stick out from under American Medical Response Regional Director Patrick Leonardo’s desk....
Inaugural Bear Paw Roll & Stroll moves around the WNE campus
SPRINGFIELD — The very first Bear Paw Roll & Stroll made its way around the campus of Western New England University on April 25 to raise funds for and awareness about the Bear Paw Center, the on-campus occupational therapy program, part of WNE’s College of Pharmacy and Health Services.