Springfield

By Chris Maza | May 1, 2024

Mayor Domenic Sarno explains the vision for the Main Street Convention District during an update on the master plan at the MassMutual Center.Reminder Publishing photo by Chris Maza SPRINGFIELD — On the other side of Main Street and around the corner on State Street...

Calls to restart Springfield superintendent search persist amid concerns

By Laura Mason | May 1, 2024

Calls to restart Springfield superintendent search persist amid concerns

SPRINGFIELD — Following weeks of discussion over potential concerns within the superintendent search process raised by residents, School Committee members and Screening Committee members, some have now raised the possibility of restarting the search process.

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Lifelong Thunderbirds fan gets to live out dream

By Tyler Garnet | Apr 30, 2024

Lifelong Thunderbirds fan gets to live out dream

In celebration of Fan Appreciation Night on April 20, the Springfield Thunderbirds announced that South Hadley High School sophomore Brady Denniston would be the team’s public address announcer for the season finale, filling in for regular PA voice Steve Forni.

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Couple recognized for charity that works to end child hunger

By Sarah Heinonen | Apr 30, 2024

Couple recognized for charity that works to end child hunger

A Monson couple has been recognized by BusinessWest as examples of how individuals can make a big difference in the world. Fred and Mary Kay Kadushin, co-founders of the charity Feed the Kids, were selected as part of the magazine’s Difference Makers Class of 2024.

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By G. Michael Dobbs | Apr 30, 2024

Augustus details the Healey approach to improving housing

SPRINGFIELD — Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities Ed Augustus said that his secretariat is evidence of Gov. Maura Healey’s commitment to addressing the housing crisis in the commonwealth. Augustus explained in a recent episode of “Government Matters” on...

East-West Rail design to start soon, construction in summer 2027

By Sarah Heinonen | Apr 30, 2024

East-West Rail design to start soon, construction in summer 2027

SPRINGFIELD — At a press conference on April 22, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal (D-Springfield) spoke alongside legislators, and local and state officials, announcing the design of East-West Rail will begin this summer.

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Forest Park Sheriff’s Department patrols will continue, expand

By Bill Zito | Apr 24, 2024

Forest Park Sheriff’s Department patrols will continue, expand

Patrols in Forest Park by Hampden County Sheriff’s Deputies will increase this summer following an April 16 announcement by city of Springfield and Hampden County officials. Mayor Domenic Sarno announces the increase in Forest Park patrols with Hampden County...

Springfield church’s pinwheels offer hope, awareness

By Staasi Heropoulos | Apr 24, 2024

Springfield church’s pinwheels offer hope, awareness

Pinwheels are spread out across the lawn at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church on Allen Street.Reminder Publishing submitted photo SPRINGFIELD — Spinning and sparkling in the sunshine, dozens of pinwheels are catching a breeze on the front lawn at St. Patrick Catholic...

By Sarah Heinonen | Apr 24, 2024

‘Outrun Hunger’ 5K returns as Rachel’s Table expands services

SPRINGFIELD — This May, people have the chance to walk or race around Springfield’s Forest Park, while helping to feed those in need at the Outrun Hunger 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk. Outrun Hunger is organized every two years by Rachel’s Table, an anti-hunger...

By Staasi Heropoulos | Apr 24, 2024

Hall of Fame president named pancake breakfast honorary chair

SPRINGFIELD — When Basketball Hall of Fame President John Doleva was asked to meet Judy Matt in her office, he wasn’t sure what the Spirit of Springfield president had in mind. When he arrived for the meeting, inside the room he saw the mayor, then-police...