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Mayor Sarno Attends Official Launch of Viability, Inc.’s new Brand and Logo
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Colleen Holmes, President and CEO for Viability, Inc., and the team and staff from Viability for the official launch of Viability’s new brand and logo at their Springfield headquarters located at 60 Brookdale Drive
City of Springfield Seeks Public Comments on Open Space and Recreation Plan Update
The City of Springfield is pleased to announce the opportunity to submit public comments on the updated Springfield Open Space & Recreation Plan (OSRP) 2022-2027.
The City’s OSRP outlines goals and initiatives relating to park and open space…
Springfield Public Forum Speaker Series for 2022-2023
The series is free to the public at Springfield Symphony Hall
SPS Focuses on Recovery of Pandemic-Related Learning Loss
Just like other districts across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Springfield Public Schools’ 2022 MCAS results reveal student learning loss resulting from the pandemic but also indicate signs of recovery over the past school year, Superintendent…
Spirit of Springfield Presents Special Presentation of the President's Own United States Marine Band
The Spirit of Springfield is honored to present a free concert by The President's Own United States Marine Band! It is part of their 2022 tour of the Northeast, and their first trip back to Springfield Symphony Hall since 2017.
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan attend Western Mass EDC Anchor Collaborative meeting
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan joined with other elected officials and local CEO’s for the Western Mass Economic Development Council’s (EDC) Western Mass Anchor Collaborative meeting to…
City of Springfield Veterans’ Activities Committee Accepting Nominations for 2022 Veteran of the Year
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Veterans’ Services Director Tom Belton and Deputy Director Joe DeCaro announced today that the Springfield Veterans’ Activities Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Veteran of the Year.
Mayor Sarno and Ward 5 Councilor Click-Bruce Welcome New Springfield College Basketball Coach Michael McClendon
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe and Ward 5 City Councilor Lavar Click-Bruce welcomed Michael McClendon, new Springfield College Men’s Basketball Coach. Coach McClendon was named as the new men’s basketball coach and assistant…
Mayor Sarno, Superintendent Warwick, Principal Tokarz and Sheriff Cocchi Cheered on Central High School Golden Eagles Football Team
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Superintendent Daniel Warwick, Central Principal Tad Tokarz and Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi to cheer on our Central High School Golden Eagles Football team as they took on the nationally ranked St. John’s…
Springfield Celebrates Rosh Hashanah
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the City of Springfield would like to wish all of our Jewish citizens a very Happy New Year!
Lower Liberty Heights Neighborhood Council and the Bilingual Veterans Outreach Center held a special Celebration of the reopening of Emily Bill Park with a Community Awareness Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Councilor Maria Perez, Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan and city officials joined with the Lower Liberty Heights Neighborhood Council and the Bilingual Veterans Outreach Center…
Congratulations to Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris on BusinessWest Lifetime Achievement Award
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulates Springfield Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris on being named the BusinessWest Lifetime Achievement honoree as part of their 2022 Healthcare Heroes!
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal and PBRM Director Sullivan Announce Major Funding for Renovations to Walker Grandstand and Horticulture Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal, Executive Director of Parks, Building and Recreational Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan, Director of Capital Asset Construction Peter Garvey and Senior Project Manager My-Ron Hatchett announced…
Mayor Sarno Enjoys a Visit from Rabbi Chaim Kosofsky and Wishes him a very Happy Birthday
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno enjoyed a visit from Rabbi Chaim Kosofsky from Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy. These visit have become a tradition over the years to welcome in Rosh Hashanah – the Jewish New Year. As part of the visit, Rabbi Chaim Kosofsky…
Mayor Sarno, City Officials and Developers tour 31 Elm Street Project with Governor Baker and Lt. Governor Polito
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief of Staff Tom Ashe, Chief Administrative and Finance Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante, Springfield Redevelopment Authority (SRA) Director Amanda Pham, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM)…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Springfield’s own Benton Whitley on signing with the Kansas City Chiefs
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulates Springfield’s own Benton Whitley, son of the late Tracy Whitley and our Community Development Neighborhood Director Ed Whitley, on signing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Benton previously was signed onto the Super…
Happening this Fall at the Springfield Museums
Oktoberfest, the annual Gingerbread Exhibit, and the first annual Monarch for Charities tournament!
Mayor Sarno, City Council President Lederman and Councilor Click-Bruce wish Longtime Republican Newspaper Reporter Peter Goonan Happy Retirement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Council President Jesse Lederman and Ward 5 City Councilor Lavar Click-Bruce joined with George Arwady, Publisher for The Republican Newspaper, Cynthia Simison, Executive Editor, and the staff of the Republican to wish…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan Announce Major Grant Funding for Renovations to Donna Blake Park
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Patrick J. Sullivan announced today that Donna Blake Park on Pendleton Ave is the recipient of a State Parkland Acquisitions and Renovations for…
Pioneer Institute Report cites Springfield's Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy as Leader Among State's Vocational Schools
The Pioneer Institute for Public Policy Research is a think tank dedicated to developing ideas that advance prosperity and a vibrant civic life in Massachusetts and beyond. The organization produces research almost exclusively through outside experts…