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Council ratifies public health nurses’ contracts

By | Apr 23, 2025

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.


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CSO breaks ground on Worthington Street housing project

By | Apr 23, 2025

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.


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Springfield recognizes National Organ Donation Life Month

By | Apr 23, 2025

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.


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Local communities unite to crack down on dirt bikes

By | Apr 23, 2025

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.


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ValleyBike Share returning, expanding services

By | Apr 23, 2025

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.


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Springfield on verge of passing lower fine for container placement violations

By | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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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