Springfield
Springfield’s school budget public hearing set for end of April
SPRINGFIELD — The School Department’s fiscal year 2026 budget is officially available on Springfield Public Schools’ website, and a public hearing on the matter is scheduled for April 30 at Roger L. Putnam Technical Academy at 5 p.m.
Council ratifies public health nurses’ contracts
SPRINGFIELD — Two collective bargaining agreements between the city of Springfield and the Public Health Nurses Association were approved by the City Council during the council’s April 7 meeting.
CSO breaks ground on Worthington Street housing project
SPRINGFIELD — A new 36-unit housing complex to accommodate houseless individuals at 775 Worthington St. is expected to be ready by summer 2026.
Springfield recognizes National Organ Donation Life Month
SPRINGFIELD — Scott and Kim Meyer met a little over a decade ago at Baystate Medical Center while they were both undergoing serious kidney dialysis treatments.
Local communities unite to crack down on dirt bikes
SPRINGFIELD — Holyoke, Chicopee, Ludlow and Springfield have joined forces with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department to continue pushing a “zero tolerance” policy when it comes to illegal dirt bikes and ATVs.
ValleyBike Share returning, expanding services
NORTHAMPTON — ValleyBike Share is returning to the region with its network of e-bikes and stations thanks to a recent state grant bringing back the services for the next two years.
Springfield on verge of passing lower fine for container placement violations
SPRINGFIELD — Several months after adopting modifications to the city’s “Solid Waste” ordinance, the City Council is on the verge of passing a modification of the ordinance that would lower the fine for a container placement violation.
Springfield City Council approves just over $5 million in Chapter 90 funds
SPRINGFIELD — Roughly 25 streets throughout the city will be bolstered by just over $5 million in state Chapter 90 funds after the City Council approved the allocation during its April 7 meeting.
Target spokesperson confirms location in Springfield Crossing
SPRINGFIELD — Five days after filing with the Hampden Registry of Deeds, Target has confirmed with Reminder Publishing that a new location is coming to Springfield Crossing.
Springfield Pride Parade expected to be ‘biggest, boldest’ yet
SPRINGFIELD — The theme of this year’s Pride Parade in Springfield, “Our Pride is Loud AF” isn’t just a statement, organizers say; it is a declaration of power.
