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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…
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 transition. He works closely with the schools that…
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 (PBRM) Thomas Ashe, James E. Sullivan, and members…
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 per $1,000 of valuation of residences, and $34.35…
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 Hauling Services that is available from the DPW and…
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 Thanksgiving Holiday. Residents normally scheduled…
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 Department will be hosting an aquatic fitness program…
Eversource Info Session being held in Springfield
Join Eversource on Monday, November 17th for an informational session at the Ray Jordan Senior Center to learn about programs to help you manage your energy bills
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2025 |
1PM – 3PM RAYMOND A. JORDAN SENIOR CENTER 1476 ROOSEVELT…
Share your VOTE by November 16th to Select the Top Three Art Submissions to the Wagers and Whispers Creative Arts Contest
Greetings from the Gambling Awareness Research Initiative (GARI),
Recently the GARI Project held the Wagers and Whispers Creative Arts Contest. The contest ended on September 28th with creative submissions from Springfield youth and young adults…
Mayor Sarno to bring greetings at Mass Gaming Commission public meeting being held at Springfield City Hall
Massachusetts Gaming Commission Open Meeting – November 13, 2025
Location: Springfield City Hall, Room 220, 36 Court St, Springfield, MA 01103
This meeting will be streamed live via FOCUS Springfield at https://www.youtube.com/live/qjGbLt6DwY4 and…
Mayor Sarno brings greetings and supports 10th Annual GySgt. Thomas J. Sullivan Remembrance Run and Walk
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, joined by his family, was honored to once again proudly attend, support, and bring greetings at the 10th Annual GySgt. Thomas J. Sullivan Remembrance Run and Walk on this Sunday which kicked-off at Nathan Bill’s Bar and…
Mayor Sarno honored to join with Springfield Sons & Daughters of Italy for Wreath Laying Ceremony at Italian-American Veterans War Memorial
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Veterans’ Service Director Joe DeCaro, along with City Councilor Kateri Walsh, South End Citizens Council President Leo Florian, and Father Paolo Bagattini Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church joined on Saturday with the Sal…
City of Springfield Commemorates Veterans Day with Parade and Wreath Laying Ceremony
On behalf of Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Bill Baker joined with Veterans' Services Director Joe DeCaro, Police Superintendent Lawrence Akers, city and state officials, and members of the Springfield Veterans’ Activities Committee, along…