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City of Springfield to join for free, family-friendly “Springfield United Toy Drive and Holiday Celebration” at the MassMutual Center
– Mayor Sarno to proudly serve as Honorary Event Chair –
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, and several City of Springfield Departments, including our Springfield Public Schools, the Department of Health and Human Services, and our brave and dedicated…
Summer expected to be chill at Springfield’s Mason Square Branch Library – new chiller unit installed on chilly day –
Although it happens to be one of the coldest days of the season so far, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Thomas Ashe are happy to announce that the new chiller for the Mason Square…
Mayor Sarno’s Office gets festive & creative ahead of annual Holiday Door Decorating Competition
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was happy to see the front door to the Mayor’s Office decked out for the holidays as departments throughout the city prepare for the Holiday Door Decorating Contest.
“I'm excited to see our city’s creative talent and to have…
Mayor Sarno brings greetings at Massachusetts Association of Contributory Retirement Systems Annual Conference
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was honored to join and bring greetings at the Massachusetts Association of Contributory Retirement Systems Annual Fall Conference on Monday morning at the Springfield Sheraton Hotel.
Mayor Sarno states, “I want to thank the…
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD-OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) - Rehabilitation of Buildings for Non-Profit Organizations
The City of Springfield invites proposals from nonprofit agencies for the use of Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for capital improvements to facilities that house services for low- and moderate-income households. Funds must be…
84 Years Ago: A Date Which Will Live in Infamy
This weekend, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Joseph DeCaro, Director of Springfield Veterans Services and a proud Veteran serving with the U.S. Coast Guard reflect as we mark the 84th anniversary of the December 7th attack on Pearl Harbor that brought…
Mayor Sarno Continues to Advocate for Maternity and Newborn Service Care in Springfield – Provides Update –
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, City Solicitor Stephen Buoniconti and Chief of Staff Bill Baker met with officials from Governor Maura Healey’s Office and the…
Traffic Congestion expected downtown this weekend: Sidewalk and partial street closure on Main Street – Friday evening, December 5th through Monday morning December 8, 2025 –
Springfield, MA – Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli are alerting the public of temporary traffic and parking changes on Main Street in downtown Springfield for this weekend.
Beginn…
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’ Christmas Tree Lighting that was scheduled for…
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 at their new location at 186 William Street. Their…
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 New North Citizens Council, and Jon Marx 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 in attendance was State Representative Carlos…
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.
The spectacular architecture and beautifully…
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, Ayanna Crawford and her assistant Takeshia…
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, and support efforts to diagnose and treat seizures,…
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 Day.
Geri owned the community staple, Costume…
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.
Trinity Healthy recently announced that Mercy Medical…
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 thank and commend Bax and Nagle, and the incredible…
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 Broadcaster, Co-host of the Rock 102 Bax & O’Brien…