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Springfield Public Schools Meal Service and Oasis Food Pantry Move Friday Distribution Location
Home Grown Springfield, the culinary and nutrition program of Springfield Public Schools, has been distributing meals alongside the Oasis Food Pantry distribution every Friday at Central High School since last April. Beginning Friday, April 23, 2021,…
Mayor Sarno Proud of SPD’s Diversity – We Reflect Our Community
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Police Commissioner Cheryl Clapprood released today the most recent statistics showing tremendous diversity gains that have been made under his administration.
Mayor Sarno's Comments to Councilor Hurst
Friday, April 16, 2021
Dear Councilor Justin Hurst:
Your Facebook post concerning an event you were organizing for a community cleanup at Acorn Street Park was recently brought to my attention. It is unfortunate that I need to write this response…
Springfield Central High School Air Force JROTC Golden Eagles Best in the Nation
The Springfield Central High School Air Force JROTC Golden Eagles are the 2021 Air Force National Champions after competing virtually in the National Invitational Drill Competition against 30 of the top drill teams from across the country.
Said…
Check Out the Don Gummer Sculptures on Display at the Newly Renovated Pynchon Park
Sculptures from New York based artist, Don Gummer, will be on display through the week at Pynchon Park. They will then be moved to the Quadrangle at the Springfield Museums through September 12th! Come check them out at the newly renovated Pynchon…
Mayor Sarno Thanks the Smith Family for Generous Sneaker Give Away at Brightwood Elementary School
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined today with Brightwood Elementary School Principal Jose Escribano, Brightwood Parent Facilitator Emily Cruzado, and Brightwood students to thank the Vermont-based family of Peyton Smith who generously donated 75 pairs of…
Weather Forecast Postpones American Medical Response FREE Daily COVID-19 Testing on Friday
American Medical Response (AMR), the City of Springfield’s provider of medical transportation, announced today in collaboration with Mayor Domenic J. Sarno’s office and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, it is postponing the…
Mayor Sarno Attends Diocese of Springfield Child Abuse Prevention Month Flag Raising Ceremony and Prayer Service
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi joined with Bishop William D. Byrne and other local faith and community leaders today to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. The event included a Prayer Service and raising of the Children’s…
Mayor Sarno Continues Ongoing Discussions on Supporting Prominent City Events
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and his administration continued their ongoing discussions on supporting prominent city events such as the city’s preeminent and premier Black/African-American event – Stone Soul Festival, one of the largest in New England.
City of Springfield Celebrates National Borinqueneers Day - Honors Two Surviving Members of the 65th Infantry Regiment
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Ward 1 City Councilor Gumersindo Gomez and other officials for a flag raising ceremony to acknowledge and honor National Borinqueneers Day in the City of Springfield. Congress declared that April 13th will be…
City of Springfield Supports 2021 STCC Sustainathon
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno thanks David Bloniarz for helping to organize a student day of environmental awareness. STCC students will participate in a virtual event by sharing research from their STEM learning classes on environmental issues in the City…
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Joined with Congressman Neal at Caring Health Center’s New Vaccination Site
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris joined with Congressman Richard E. Neal at the Caring Health Center’s new vaccination site at 473 Sumner Ave. Caring Health Center President and CEO Tania…
FEMA Offers Assistance for Funeral Costs for COVID-19 Related Deaths
FEMA announced that they will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic.
Mayor Sarno Cheers on High School of Commerce and Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Football Teams
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno attended and cheered on our High School of Commerce and the Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy football teams as they played for the Mayors Cup Trophy. The game was played at the football field at Central High…
Mayor Sarno Wraps Up FY22 Budget Hearings
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante continued with the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) budget hearings. Throughout this week, city Department Heads will be presenting their FY22 budget requests and…
2012-2020 Drop-Out Rate Decrease Best in the State
The District’s 2020 drop-out rate is three percent, representing a 70 percent decline since 2012, which is the highest drop- out rate decrease in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts during that time period.
Mayor Sarno Continues with FY22 Budget Hearings
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante continued with the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) budget hearings today. Throughout this week, city Department Heads will be presenting their FY22 budget requests…
Mayor Sarno and Congressman Neal Hold Press Conference on American Rescue Plan
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante, and City cabinet heads joined with Congressman Richard E. Neal for a press conference on the American Rescue Plan.
Two Firearms Seized from Individual on a GPS Ankle Bracelet Already Facing 17 Open Firearms Charges
On Tuesday afternoon members of District Attorney Gulluni’s Violent Offender Task Force and Springfield Police Officers arrested 22 year old Nathan Mercado. Officers and Task Force members from the Massachusetts State Police & West Springfield…
Mayor Sarno Continues FY22 Budget Hearings
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante continued with the Mayor’s Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) budget hearings today. Throughout this week, city Department Heads will be presenting their FY22 budget requests…