Springfield
Springfield City Library seeks input for strategic plan
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Library is hoping to get 2,000 or more city residents to answer a survey that will help shape the library’s future strategic plan.
Springfield City Council talks setting apartment square footage requirements
SPRINGFIELD — After back-and-forth debate that lasted just over 45 minutes, the Springfield City Council approved the first step of an ordinance amendment that sets minimum square footage standards for apartments and condominiums in the city.
Family, friends, dignitaries honor Sullivan
SPRINGFIELD — Ten years after dying during a terrorist attack in 2015, Gunnery Sgt. Thomas J. Sullivan was honored by friends, family and officials for his heroism as a longtime Marine during a ceremony on July 16.
So That Reminds Me: Oliveira talks budget season, federal cuts
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” state Sen. Jake Oliveira sat down with co-hosts Chris Maza and Tyler Garnet to talk about everything going on in the Hampden, Hampshire and Worcester district.
Water pipe work for ‘X’ project to happen all summer
SPRINGFIELD — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation and the Springfield DPW have announced that the main water construction activities associated with the “X” project will transpire through fall.
Group spearheads community art initiative to study betting impacts
SPRINGFIELD — The Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with young adults in Springfield and other stakeholders in the city for a community art contest to better understand gambling and its effects on young adults.
Organizations secure $875K in tax credits for initiatives
SPRINGFIELD — Four community development corporations and service organizations in Springfield secured a total of $875,000 in Community Investment Tax Credit awards for housing, economic and community development in the city.
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
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
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.