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U.S. Navy Outreach Meeting
Thursday, June 8, 2017
Yesterday Mayor Sarno welcomed Mr. William O'Donnell and LTJG Holly Quick to his office as a part of their executive engagement meetings across Springfield, seeking in increase awareness about serving in the U.S. Navy. Mayor…
Regreen Springfield and Berkshire Bank Team Up to Plant Trees and Pollenator Plants at Kenefick Park
Wednesday, June 7, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Patrick Sullivan, Executive Director of the Department of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management and City Councilor Adam Gomez joined Regreen Springfield President Dave Bloniarz and employees…
Mayor Sarno Proclaims "Ruth Tracy Day" in the City of Springfield
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Mayor Sarno issued a proclamation today recognizing Ruth Tracy for her more than 40 years of volunteer work with the Pine Point Senior Center. Ruth is 94 years young and has lived in Springfield for her entire life. She worked…
Massachusetts Cultural Council Announces $10,000 Gift from the Gustavo Dudamel Foundation to Springfield's Community Music School
Monday, June 5, 2017
The Mass Cultural Council is pleased to announce a $10,000 gift from the Gustavo Dudamel Foundation to deepen its support of creative youth development and music education.
Elected officials and cultural leaders from the…
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Parade & Grand Opening Celebration
Monday, June 5, 2017
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss is finally open! Special thanks to Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito for joining Mayor Sarno and Springfield Museums President Kay Simpson for the grand opening celebration.
Come check out the…
Mayor Sarno Thanks Springfield School Volunteers for Their Efforts
Friday, June 2, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick and Denise Cogman, President and CEO of Springfield School Volunteers thanked volunteers today for their important work in mentoring the city's young people today…
Mayor Sarno Joins Mayors Across the Country in Commitment to Uphold the Paris Climate Agreement
Friday, June 2, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is joining mayors across the country in upholding the Paris Climate Accord and denouncing President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the agreement. Mayor Sarno said “I have…
Remembering Officer Kevin Ambrose
Friday, June 2, 2017
Mayor Sarno stopped for a quiet moment of remembrance today at the Springfield Police Department's fallen officer memorial in honor of Officer Kevin Ambrose. This Sunday, June 4, 2017 will mark the five year anniversary of his…
Ciro's Restaurant Opens in the South End
Friday, June 2, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, along with State Senator Jim Welch and State Representative Angelo Puppolo, cut the ribbon for the new Ciro's restaurant today. Located at 904-912 Main Street in the South End, Ciro's will offer a fine…
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum Ribbon Cutting
Friday, June 2, 2017
Today the Springfield Museums opened the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Enjoy photos from the celebration and a look inside the incredible museum which celebrates the life, career and…
City of Springfield Recognizes Immigrant Heritage Month
Thursday, June 1, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno issued a proclamation recognizing the month of June 2017 as Immigrant Heritage Month in the City of Springfield. Immigrant Heritage Month celebrates our country’s immigrant heritage and the stories of…
Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce Tours Union Station
Thursday, June 1, 2017
This morning, Congressman Richard E. Neal and Mayor Domenic J. Sarno welcomed the Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce and local business representatives to Union Station for an exclusive tour before its grand opening…
Mayor Sarno & Springfield Redevelopment Authority Announce New Union Station Tenant
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, the Springfield Redevelopment Authority (SRA), and Carlo Bonavita, President of TP & B Inc., have announced an agreement to open a new restaurant in historic Union Station, named “The Whistle Stop”. …
Mayor Sarno & Congressman Neal Recognize Patrick Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management, for His 30 Years of Service with the City of Springfield
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Patrick Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management, has been responsible for administrative and professional work in directing all activities of municipal parks and parkland, 5 million square…
Mayor Sarno Declares Dr. Seuss Week in Springfield
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Today Mayor Domenic J. Sarno declared May 29-June 4 as Dr. Seuss Week in the City of Springfield, and the Cat in the Hat was on hand to accept this honor. Springfield is preparing to welcome the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museu…
5 Star Supermarket Opens on Boston Road
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
5 Star Supermarket, a new Asian specialty food store located in the Kohl's Plaza on Boston Road, held their grand opening on Saturday. Mayor Sarno is so thankful to Tuyen Le and staff for their continued belief and investment…
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and First Lady Carla Sarno Host New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray in Springfield
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield’s First Lady Carla Sarno met New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray – a Springfield native – on Saturday morning for breakfast at the legendary Russ’s Breakfast…
Next Week is Dr. Seuss Week in Springfield!
Friday, May 26, 2017
Next week is Dr. Seuss Week in the City of Springfield!
Please join Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Springfield Museums President Kay Simpson and the Cat in the Hat for a kick-off on the steps of City Hall on Tuesday, May 30th at 2:15…
City of Springfield Recognizes 100th Birthday of President John F. Kennedy
Friday, May 26, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Patrick Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Recreation and Building Management observed the 100th birthday of President John F. Kennedy this afternoon at the Eternal Flame memorial in Forest Park.…
City of Springfield Commemorates Memorial Day
Friday, May 26, 2017
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Tom Belton, Director of the Springfield Veterans’ Services Department, held the annual Memorial Day Commemorative Ceremony this morning at City Hall. Mayor Sarno and Health and Human Services…