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City of Springfield Parking Ban Notice – December 2, 2025 –
Due to the snow storm, the City of Springfield will be enforcing a citywide parking ban as of 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 until further notice. The parking ban regulations are as follows:
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Forest Park Civic Association Annual ‘X’ Tree Lighting Ceremony postponed due to inclement weather
EVENT POSTPONED
In consultation with the Forest Park Civic Association (FPCA) and the Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced that the Annual ‘X’…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Ashe visit the new Square One
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, wife Carla Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management Tom Ashe stopped in to visit and see the new Square One, a new state-of-the-art facility…
City of Springfield holds annual World AIDS Day Flag Raising Ceremony
This morning, on December 1, 2025, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Racial & Health and Equity Coordinator Shenell Ford, Richard Johnson from the…
Mayor Sarno joins with MGM Springfield for Annual Tree Lighting & Ice Rink Opening Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined MGM Springfield President and COO Louie Theros and team for MGM Springfield’s Annual Tree Lighting & Ice Rink Opening Ceremony out on MGM Springfield Armory Square. Also…
Mayor Sarno Attends the Springfield Museums Annual Lighting of the Quadrangle
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Springfield Museums President Kay Simpson for the Springfield Museums Annual Lighting of the Quadrangle. Also in attendance was State Representative Angelo Puppolo.
…Mayor Sarno meets with School Committeewoman-Elect Ayanna Crawford
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Bill Baker met School Committeewoman-Elect Ayanna Crawford and Takeshia Crowder.
Mayor Sarno states, “It was great to meet with School Committeewoman-Elect,…
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month
The City of Springfield is proud to recognize Epilepsy Awareness Month and encourage our residents to learn more about the disorder, support individuals living with this disorder and their families,…
Mayor Sarno joins to Celebrate John and Geri Spear’s 66th Wedding Anniversary
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the family of John and Geraldine Spear to celebrate their 66th Wedding Anniversary. The two lovebirds were married on Thursday, November 26th, 1959 on Thanksgiving…
Mayor Sarno sends letter to Governor Healey and LG Driscoll concerning pending loss of service at Mercy Medical Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno sent a letter today to Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll to highlight the urgent matter of the pending closure of the Mercy Hospital Family Life Center.
Trini…
Mayor Sarno joins Bax and Nagle from Rock 102 to Kick Off Annual Mayflower Marathon Food Drive
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno proudly joined with the iconic Bax and Nagle for the 32nd Annual Mayflower Marathon 52-Hour Food Drive on Monday morning at MGM Springfield.
Mayor Sarno states, “I want to…
Mayor Sarno issues statement on the passing of ‘lovable curmudgeon’, Hall of Fame Radio Broadcaster co-host of the Rock 102 Bax & O’Brien Show – John O’Brien
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno issues a statement on the passing of John O’Brien.
Mayor Domenic. J. Sarno states, “I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of ‘lovable curmudgeon,’ Hall of Fame Radio…
SPS Spotlight- Michael Calvanese
Catch Springfield Public Schools SPS Spotlight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQGdub8zc5w
This episode features Michael Calvanese, who has been assigned a special role focused on supporting this…
Springfield’s 62nd annual John F. Kennedy Memorial Ceremony to be held Saturday at the JFK Eternal Flame Memorial in Forest Park
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal, and Sheriff Nick Cocchi will join the Springfield Board of Park Commissioners, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management…
Mayor Sarno and Board of Assessors Announce Recommendation for Lower Residential and CIP Tax Rates – Allocates $7 million to Offset Tax Levy –
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the Board of Assessors announced today the recommendation for Residential and Commercial Tax Rates for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26). The recommended rates for FY26 are $15.46…
Springfield Department of Public Works highlights Bid for Snow Plowing and Snow Hauling Services
As the winter season approaches, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli are reminding snow plow operators of DPW’s Annual Bid for Snow Plowing and Snow…
City of Springfield DPW Solid Waste Collection Schedule for Thanksgiving Holiday
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works reminds residents that there will be no collection of trash, yard waste, recycling or bulk item materials on Thursday, November 27, 2025 due to the…
City of Springfield’s Aquatics Department offers Aquatic Fitness Program: O2H Overweight 2 Healthy
For someone who struggles with their weight, exercising can be very physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging. You are not alone! The City of Springfield Parks & Recreation's Aquatics…