Springfield

Springfield on verge of passing lower fine for container placement violations

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 17, 2025

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.

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Springfield City Council approves just over $5 million in Chapter 90 funds

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 17, 2025

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.

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Target spokesperson confirms location in Springfield Crossing

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 16, 2025

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.

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Springfield Pride Parade expected to be ‘biggest, boldest’ yet

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 16, 2025

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.

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Community honors local legend with street naming ceremony

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 16, 2025

Community honors local legend with street naming ceremony

SPRINGFIELD — Alvin “Big Joe” McKenzie Sr. left an indelible impact on people around him, and now, his influence will forever be etched into the heart of his community.

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Puppolo’s bill seeks additional regulations for accessory dwellings

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 16, 2025

Puppolo’s bill seeks additional regulations for accessory dwellings

SPRINGFIELD — Several state lawmakers are looking to better control a state law that allows accessory dwelling units by right in single family zoning districts across the state.

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DCAMM to visit subcommittee to talk new Springfield courthouse

By Chris Maza | Apr 9, 2025

DCAMM to visit subcommittee to talk new Springfield courthouse

SPRINGFIELD — Springfield residents will get more information about the new Springfield Regional Justice Project during a City Council subcommittee meeting at the end of this month.

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School Committee passes competency determination for 2025 graduates

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 9, 2025

School Committee passes competency determination for 2025 graduates

SPRINGFIELD — With Massachusetts high schoolers no longer required to pass the MCAS to graduate, Springfield is one of many cities across the commonwealth working to implement its own competency determination to fill that void.

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Design shared for Birnie Avenue/Gerena School tunnel

By Ryan Feyre | Apr 9, 2025

Design shared for Birnie Avenue/Gerena School tunnel

SPRINGFIELD — Due to ongoing water infiltration and speeding concerns, MassDOT is spearheading a reconstruction of Birnie Avenue at the Genera School Pedestrian Tunnel.