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Free Parking Available in Parking Authority Garages

Due to the expected snow storm, the City of Springfield will be enforcing a citywide parking ban as of 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026 until further notice. The parking ban regulations are…

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Employers that hire high school students of working age and are available to host a table at the 10th Annual Hoop Up Springfield Job Fair are encouraged to register for the job fair. 

This annual basketball tournament and job fair is for local youth…

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World Cancer Day is an international day observed on February 4th to raise awareness about cancer, encourage its prevention, and mobilize action to address the global cancer epidemic. Blue and orange are the colors used to symbolize the global fight…

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As we enter this sacred season for many with the start of Ramadan and Lent, I wish you and your family peace and spiritual blessings.

Stay healthy and God Bless.

Respectfully,

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno celebrates, thanks, and congratulates Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) as this year marks the 175th anniversary of the company’s founding here in Springfield.

Mayor Sarno states, “To MassMutual’s…

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Every year, Mayor Sarno and team are happy to receive a visit from his friends at Holyoke Chicopee Springfield Head Start, Inc. around Valentine’s Day with some special cards. Constituent Services Director Genesis Velez was happy to receive this…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno once again issued an official proclamation to recognize National Donor Day and the tremendous impact that donors have on our community. Springfield is proud to join with New England Donor Services, the Registry of Motor…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno salutes Rocky’s Ace Hardware on their one-hundredth year of business excellence.

Mayor Sarno states “Congratulations to Mr. Rocco Falcone President/CEO and team on their 100th anniversary of doing business in our Springfield…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno sent a letter today to the Executive Director for the Commonwealth’s Group Insurance Commission (GIC) Matthew Veno and GIC Commissioners to share his concerns about a proposed change to health insurance plans that could…

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FREE CONCERT - SUNDAY, MARCH 1st

The U. S. Navy Concert Band is bringing their Northeast Tour to Springfield Symphony Hall, on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 2pm.

The free concert, presented by the Spirit of Springfield and sponsored by Yellowstone…

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The Springfield Vietnamese Cultural Association held their New Year “Tet” Festival Celebration on Sunday afternoon at the St. Anthony’s Cedar Banquet Hall. This year celebrates the year of the Horse and the event offered a showcase the beautiful…

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– Congratulations to 2026 Springfield Colleen Anna O’Toole and her Court! –

On behalf of Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Communications Director Molly Shea joined on Saturday evening to bring greetings at the 2026 Colleen Coronation and Awards Presentation…

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The City of Springfield ended it’s citywide parking ban as of 7:00 am this morning, Monday February 9, 2026.

On behalf of the Department of Public Works, we thank you for your cooperation.

 

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The Zhu Family Center for Global Cancer Prevention at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has delivered The Good Health Kiosk to Springfield City Hall! The Good Health Kiosk arrived in Springfield today, February 4th, which also happens to be…

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The City of Springfield held its first public real estate auction of 2026 last night, February 3rd, at City Hall. The well-attended auction event was highly successful, with all listed parcels sold.

Last night’s public auction was one of the most…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is very sorry to hear about that passing of the city Law Department’s former, long-time Chief of Litigation John T. Liebel.

Mayor Sarno states, “My sympathy, thoughts, prayers, and encouragement go out to John’s family,…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno acknowledges National School Counseling Week and thanks all of our School Counselors for their continued dedication and efforts in helping our students dream big.

Mayor Sarno states, “Our dedicated school counselors are…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is sad to hear about the passing of retired Veterans’ Services Director Thomas Belton.  “Such a sad day.  I am very sorry to hear about the passing of retired Veterans’ Services Director Tom Belton.  My sympathy, thoughts,…

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– Springfield to participate in “Light it Green” for CCA –

On behalf of Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Bill Baker along with city officials joined with Jeffrey Speller Foundation '4 Change' cofounder and 22 News anchor Ciara Speller on…

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