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BJ’s breaks ground at Springfield Crossing, expected to open this year

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

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

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 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 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 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

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.


Real estate agent exploring restaurant incubator in Springfield

Real estate agent exploring restaurant incubator in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD — The owner of 232 Worthington St., which formerly housed Dewey’s Jazz Lounge, is seeking to create a restaurant incubator at the location for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to “launch and grow their culinary businesses.”