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Splash Pads at Ruth Elizabeth and Barrows Park Reopen
The City of Springfield Parks Department announced today that construction and maintenance of the splash pads at Ruth Elizabeth Park and Barrows Park has been completed and that they are now open.
Summer Classic Baseball Event coming to Forest Park
Mayor Sarno stated, “Baseball is coming to our beloved and historic Forest Park."
"I want to thank Westfield Starfires owner Chris Thompson and his team for holding their summer classic game at our iconic Walker Grandstand here in Forest Park and to…
Christy Torres sworn-in as Newest Member of Board of Police Commissioners
Christy Torres was sworn-in today as the newest member of the Board of Police Commissioners by City Clerk Gladys. Mayor Sarno and fellow Police Commissioner Robert ‘Cee’ Jackson congratulated Christy and thanked her for her willingness to serve.
Summer with the Community Music School of Springfield
Join the Community Music School at this year's Jazz & Roots Festival on July 22nd as CMSS students showcase their talents! Children's Chorus of Springfield's Summer Sing and Sonido Music Summer Session students will wrap up their summer programming…
Department of Energy Recognizes Springfield Public Schools Energy Achievements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Efficient and Healthy Schools Campaign recently recognized Springfield Public Schools, citing the district’s “exemplary projects to improve the energy and environmental performance of their school’s…
CDO Tim Sheehan sets the record straight on ARPA funding for Playful Minds Daycare
In the MassLive article regarding the denial of a requested $1.5 Million in ARPA funding to the Longmeadow based company Playful Minds, the reporter, applicant and the city councilors commenting on this story failed to provide the public with the…
Springfield Police Partner with Hampden County Sheriff’s Office to Serve Civil Papers
Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood today announced a new partnership with Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and his office.
Springfield Police Supervisors Complete Professional Development Training
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe welcomed Kevin Sullivan, Vice President, Strategic Corporate Relations and Engagement at Babson College, and Katherine Craven, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer at Babson College to…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Friday, July 14th Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the movie “Minions: The Rise of Gru” scheduled for…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the passing of Forest Park Neighborhood Advocate Belle Rita Novak
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “So very sorry to hear about Belle Rita’s passing. My sympathy, thoughts, prayers and encouragement go out to her son Jeff, family and friends. One thing about Belle Rita, there was no shyness about her, but she…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan thank Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and Crew for Continued Partnership on City Projects
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Patrick Sullivan, Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM), and Deputy Parks Director Peter Krupczak stopped by the old trolley pavilion on Thursday to thank Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and his crew…
Mayor Sarno Appoints Christy Torres to Board of Police Commissioners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has appointed Christy Torres of Springfield to the Board of Police Commissioners. Torres is replacing Norman Roldan who resigned on June 30, 2023. She will serve out the remainder of that term, which…
Mayor Sarno and Police Superintendent Clapprood Announce Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant from State Department of Mental Health
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced today that the Springfield Police Department has been awarded a Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant of $367,474 from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Lederman attend Climate Justice Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Council President Jesse Lederman joined with Live Well Springfield, Commonwealth Murals, Blues to Green, and community residents for a special Climate Justice Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, July 12th. The…
Mayor Sarno and City and State Officials Join with Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell for Open House Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with other local mayors, and city and state officials to welcome Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell as she held a special open house event at her Springfield Office on Wednesday, July 12th.
Mayor Sarno Visit with Seniors at Raymond Jordan Senior Center for Special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Department of Elder Affairs and seniors for a special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center on Wednesday, July 12th.
Mayor Sarno welcomes Mayor of Bracigliano Italy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Paul Picknelly, Honorary Consul General of Italy, welcomed Giovanni Luliano, Mayor of Bracigliano, Italy, a town in the province of Salerno, to Springfield on Wednesday, July 12th.
Springfield Police Firearms Investigation Unit Marks 2nd Anniversary with 315th Illegal Gun Seized
The Springfield Police Department’s Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU) seized its 315th illegally possessed firearm Monday in just two years since its creation. On July 9th, 2021 Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced the creation of the…
City of Springfield Opens Cooling Centers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield will be opening cooling centers Wednesday, July 12th and July 13th, 2023, due to the anticipated heat.
Response to Media Reports About Drinking Water Quality from the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (Commission) is providing correction and clarification to statements made in recent news reports about drinking water quality.