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Springfield City Hall Staff Participate in Ugly Sweater and Holiday Baked Goods Competition
Springfield City Hall Staff participated in an Ugly Sweater and Holiday Baked Goods Competition in preparation of the Holiday Season. Treats, which were all homemade, included fudge, maple bacon snickerdoodles, cupcakes and several different types of…
Mayor Sarno attends Mason Square Neighborhood Tree Lighting Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, State Representative Bud Williams, Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Thomas Ashe, Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford, Police Superintendent Larry Akers, City Councilors Lavar Click-Bruce, Tracye Whitfield,…
Mayor Sarno happy to visit with Malcolm Mahoney
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno sat down with Malcom “Mac” Mahoney today for a visit. Mayor Sarno had a great time chatting with Malcolm, along with his dad, Attorney William Mahoney, who serves as the city’s Human Resources and Labor Relations Director.
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Springfield Police Department Promotes Two Captains, Four Lieutenants & Two Sergeants
On Tuesday December 17th, Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers on behalf of the Springfield Police Department along with Mayor Domenic J. Sarno held a promotional pinning ceremony for the Department’s eight newest Supervisors inside…
Mayor Sarno joins The Republican/MassLive for Don Treeger’s Retirement Party
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Communications Director Molly Shea joined Tuesday afternoon with award-winning photographer Don Treeger and family, and The Republican Newspaper team to celebrate Don Treeger’s career and wish him well as his retires.
Mayo…
Springfield Pride Parade: Bringing Joy, Growth, and Inclusivity to Springfield in 2025
A Reason to Celebrate This June: Expanding Safe Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Youth Across Springfield Schools
Mayor Sarno Congratulates the Springfield Renaissance School Seniors on Annual “College March”
The Springfield Renaissance School’s seniors participated in the school’s annual College March on Friday, December 13, starting at 9 a.m. The event began at Symphony Hall, where the Class of 2025 will graduate in June, and proceeded to the United…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Perez Discuss Pedestrian and Roadway Safety Enhancements on Birnie Ave and Arch Street
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli and Chief of Staff Bill Baker discussed with Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez and Carmen Santana, President of New North Citizens Council, initial roadway plans to…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Captain Brian Keenan on being Named the next Police Chief for the City of Holyoke
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulated Captain Brian Keenan on being named the next Chief of Police for the City of Holyoke.
Mayor Sarno Welcomes a Visit from Sally Abdul-Baki
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno welcomed a visit from Sally Abdul-Baki, owner of Cedar’s Food Mart and Grill on Armory Street. Abdul-Baki is also the sister of Imam Dr. Wissam Abdul-Baki of the Islamic Society of Western Massachusetts.
Mayor Sarno City Team meet with Way Finders CEO Keith Fairey and Team
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, and Housing Director Gerry McCafferty met with Way Finders CEO Keith Fairey and Alisa Costa today in Mayor Sarno’s office for Housing initiative updates from Way Finders and the services…
Mayor Sarno, Superintdent Dinnall, City, and School officials join for Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Meeting
Today, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Springfield Public Schools (SPS) Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinnall, the city’s Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) Cathy Buono, SPS Chief Financial Officer Patrick Roach, Executive Director of Parks,…
Mayor Sarno visits with Springfield Garden Club for special Holiday Luncheon
The Springfield Garden Club celebrated December Holidays with Honored Guests on Friday at the historic and recently renovated Monkey House located in Forest Park.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Deputy Park Director Peter Krupczak, retired Park Director and…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials join Santa and the Grinch for South End Citizens Council Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Parks Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Tom Ashe, and City Council Vice President Melvin Edwards joined with members of the The South End Citizens Council, Inc. (SECC) including SECC President Leo Florian…
Mayor Sarno brings greeting at 14th Annual Springfield Rotary Club Service Above Self Luncheon Event at the Basketball Hall of Fame
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined to bring greetings at the Westfield Bank 14th Annual Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Rotary Club Service Above Self Luncheon event on Thursday afternoon at Center Court in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Mayor Sarno signs letter in support of ‘Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act’ federal legislation
Mayor Sarno joins 90+ other mayors, cities, and local jurisdictions urging support for our Veterans through H.R. 8340
Mayor Sarno Congratulates the 2025 Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Award Winners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulates the 2025 Springfield St. Patrick’s Day Award Winners.
The 2025 Parade Marshall is Kathy Tobin Martin, former news anchor, who currently serves as Baystate’s Annual Fund Director and serves on the Board for Spirit…
BRIGHT NIGHTS AT FOREST PARK - CLOSED TONIGHT DUE TO WEATHER
Due to inclement weather, Bright Nights at Forest Park is closed tonight, December 11, 2024. The National Weather Forecast is predicting wind gusts of 50-55 miles per hour. This is in addition to sustained wind and rain.
“Our priority is ensuring…
Mayor Sarno follow-up statement on Wellpoint Contract Negotiations with Baystate Health
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Mayor Sarno Greets Bright Nights Attendees at Military & Emergency Responders Night
The line was long. The smiles were big, and the greeting guests received on Wednesday, December 4th were warm and welcoming as Bright Nights at Forest Park hosted Military and Emergency Responders Night.
Members of the military, active and…