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Mayor Sarno Encouraged by Outreach for Employees Potentially Affected by Smith & Wesson Announcement

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is encouraged by the outreach of support for the employees and their families who may be potentially affected by Smith & Wesson’s announcement to relocate a portion of their manufacturing operations to Tennessee.

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Mayor Sarno Responds to Smith & Wesson Announcement

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “President and CEO Mark Smith had reached out to me to inform of Smith & Wesson’s decision to relocate 550 Springfield based jobs to their Tennessee manufacturing facility. This is devastating news to the 550 employees…

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Mayor Sarno Recognized by Donate Life

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was visited today by Matt Boger of New England Donor Services who presented the Mayor and the City with a Donate Life citation of recognition for continuing to support life-saving organ and tissue donation.

Mayor Sarno states,…

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City of Springfield Announces Public Health and Safety Guidance for Celebrating Halloween

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton Harris and the Board of Public Health announced today that after reviewing the City of Springfield’s COVID-19 cases and vaccination rates, families can celebrate…

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City of Springfield and North End Housing Initiative Announce Home Buyer Lottery Application

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, Deputy Housing Director Robert DeMusis, Director of Disaster Recovery Tina Quagliato-Sullivan, School Committeewoman Maria Perez, and Mayoral Aide Minerva ‘Mini’ Marrero joined with State…

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Mayor Sarno Enjoys Visit and Coffee with Sheriff Ashe

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno met with former Hampden County Sheriff Michael Ashe today.

Mayor Sarno states, “It is always nice to catch up with my old friend, the legendary Sheriff Mike Ashe, who continues to do so much for our community. Sheriff Ashe…

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City of Springfield Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for DeBerry–Homer Elementary School

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Warwick, State Representative Bud Williams, Director of the Department of Capital Asset Construction Peter Garvey, School Committeewoman Barbara Gresham and School Building Commission Chair…

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New North Citizen's Council Holding Free Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics

The New North Citizen's Council will hold two Free Covid-19 Vaccine Clinics this week. 

1. September 28, 2021
11:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
Villa Nueva Vista
3029 Main St
Springfield, MA 01107

2. September 30, 2021
11:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.
Express Mart…

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Mayor Sarno Enjoys Visit from Gándara Center

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno enjoyed a visit from Gándara Center CEO Lois Nesci and her staff today. 

Mayor Sarno states, “It was good to meet with Gándara Center CEO Lois Nesci and her staff today.  Gándara is such an instrumental partner for the City of…

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City of Springfield Seeks Requests for Proposals for the 2022 Shannon Community Safety Initiative (CSI) Grant Program

The City of Springfield and Springfield Police Department (SPD) are encouraging local nonprofits, non-government organizations and partner organizations to submit applications for the Shannon (CSI) Program highlighting their best practices and proven…

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Mayor Sarno and City Officials Discuss ARPA Funding with Outer Belt Civic Association

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues with his citywide listening tour as part of the Administration’s community outreach initiative on utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Today, Mayor Sarno, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer…

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Mayor Sarno Mourns the Loss of Community and Religious Leader Bishop Neal Boyd

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “Sorry to hear about the passing of Bishop Neal Boyd who died in a tragic medical related car accident Saturday morning in Springfield. Bishop Boyd was not only a man of the Cloth; he was a man of the community, a…

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Mayor Sarno and City Officials Meet with Local State Delegation to Discuss State Legislature $5.2 Billion Federal ARPA Funding

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues with his citywide listening tour as part of the Administration’s community outreach initiative on utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Today, Mayor Sarno, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer…

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Mayor Sarno Joined with Spirit of Springfield for the 2021 City of Bright Nights Ball Sponsor and Chair Announcement

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Spirit of Springfield President Judy Matt, MGM Springfield President and Chief Operating Officer Chris Kelley, MassMutual Foundation President Dennis Duquette, Chairwoman of the Spirit of Springfield Board Directors…

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Mayor Sarno and City Officials Discuss ARPA Funding with Mental Health Association

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues with his citywide listening tour as part of the Administration’s community outreach initiative on utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Today, Mayor Sarno, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer…

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Free Line Cook Training - Earn Your Certification!

The Holyoke Community College (HCC) MGM Culinary Arts Institute will offer a Free Line Cook Training Class this fall.

HCC is offering a free training program to quickly upgrade your current culinary skills, or help you start a new career. Upon…

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Free Computer Training Course at STCC

Slots are still available for Free Computer Training Courses through the Hampden Prep Program at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC)

Apply Here: Hampden Prep Application 

NEW COHORT starts OCTOBER 4TH!

It's FREE!

  • 8-week program…
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Mayor Sarno and North End Community Continue Moving Forward with Economic Development

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and members of his administration continue to move forward and work on economic development and other projects in the North End.  Today, Mayor Sarno, joined by Chief of Staff Tom Ashe, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan,…

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Mayor Sarno and City Officials Discuss ARPA Funding with South End Community Center

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno continues with his citywide listening tour as part of the Administration’s community outreach initiative on utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Today, Mayor Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan,…

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Mayor Sarno to Advance City Portion of Gerena Tunnel Project

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has directed Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante, Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Executive Director Patrick Sullivan and Department of Public Works (DPW)…

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