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Mayor Sarno Thrilled Springfield Ranked #1 in Nation for Tech Job Growth
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is pleased to learn that according to a recent article from the Business Journals the City of Springfield ranked #1 for the biggest growth in the nation for tech jobs. According to the article, Springfield, Massachusetts saw a…
Fire Chiefs Association Approves Merit Bonus Pay for Members
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Human Resources and Labor Relations Director Attorney William Mahoney announced today that the Springfield Fire Chiefs Association have agreed to the merit bonus pay for their members. The Fire Chiefs Association…
Springfield City Library: What's New this October?
The month of October is almost over, but not before these three amazing events take place. Visit https://www.springfieldlibrary.org/library/ for more!
Fall Classes and Work Shops at the Springfield Museum School
Although we’re turning the clocks back, there’s still time to join a fall class or a one-day workshop! Try a new art form or brush up on basic techniques from your home on Zoom or in person. Get a head-start on your holiday shopping with the gift…
Springfield Police Department Shares Resources and Services in Recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
As part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognized each October, the Springfield Police Department wishes to share warning signs, resources and services for those who may be experiencing domestic violence.
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Announce Lifting of Mask Mandate Effective November 1, 2021
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris held a COVID-19 situational update press conference today announcing that after reviewing the COVID-19 cases over the past five-weeks, the citywide mask…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Springfield’s Own Elder Terrence Haynes and Voices of Praise for their Role in the Upcoming Movie about Whitney Houston - ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulated Springfield’s own Elder Terrence Haynes and Voices of Praise for their accomplishments in landing a role in the upcoming movie ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’, a joyous, emotional and heart-breaking celebration of…
Mayor Sarno Recognizes Robert Shonak for 50 Years of Service with the City of Springfield
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was proud to join with Robert ‘Bob’ Shonak and his family, friends and colleagues to celebrate and recognize his 50 years of dedicated service to the City of Springfield. Mayor Sarno presented a proclamation, with the…
Mayor Sarno Welcomes Irish Representative and Hunger Strike Survivor Patrick Sheehan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan welcomed Patrick Sheehan, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Belfast West, Norther Ireland, and 1981 Hunger Strike…
2021 Municipal Election Early Voting Begins Saturday Oct. 23
Voting Information for the 2021 Springfield School Committee & City Council Election
Springfield Museums Hosting Sweet Treats and Mad Science Halloween Party
Visit the Springfield Museums for the Sweet Treats and Mad Science Halloween Party
October 30 @ 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wear your costume, go trick or treating in the galleries, and enjoy music and science experiments! Free with museum admission.
Mayor Sarno and City of Springfield Celebrates Annual Pink and Denim Day in Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with city employees to celebrate Pink and Denim Day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month on the front steps of City Hall. Joining the City of Springfield were officials from Baystate Health and the Rays of Hope. …
ARPA RFP's for Small Businesses, New Businesses and Nonprofits
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announces that the City of Springfield has made available Requests for Proposals (RFP) for funding opportunities under the City’s allocation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Proposals will be accepted on a rolling…
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal and PBRM Director Sullivan to Host Tribute in Honor of 40th Anniversary Commemoration of the 1981 Hunger Strikers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal and Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan will hold a special tribute to honor the 40th Anniversary Commemoration of the 1981 Hunger Strikers at the Rose Garden…
Mayor Sarno Honored to be Recipient of 2021 Providers’ Council Municipal Official of the Year Award
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is honored and humbled to be selected as a recipient of the 2021 Providers’ Council (Massachusetts Council of Human Service Providers, Inc.) Municipal Official of the Year Award. Mayor Sarno was nominated for this honor due to…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan Announce Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Funding RFP’s for Neighborhood Councils
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Timothy Sheehan, Director of Disaster Recovery Tina Quagliato-Sullivan and Deputy Director of Neighborhood Services Ed Whitley announced today Notice of Funding Availability and Request for…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan Remind Residents of Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Job Training Program
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan are reminding residents who are interested in getting their CDL License to take advantage of MassHire's CDL training program.