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City of Springfield to Join with Calvary’s Love Church in Celebration of National Day of Prayer
National Day of Prayer was establsihed in 1952 by the United States Congress and is clebrated each year on the first Thursday in May.
Who: Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Mayoral Aide Minerva Marrero, Reverend Juan Feliciano of Calvary's…
City of Springfield’s Finance Department Recognized with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is proud to report that the City of Springfield’s Finance Department, led by Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante, has been recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States…
Mayor Sarno Meets with Bishop-Elect Dr. James L. Gill
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Mayoral Aide Lavar Click-Bruce met with Bishop-Elect Dr. James L. Gill, Jr., Pastor of the Harvest Fellowship Church. Bishop Gill is a retired Assistant Deputy Superintendent of the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department and…
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Announce Date for Reopening Public Basketball as part of the City of Springfield Phased Reopening Plans
Following the Commonwealth’s updated phased reopening plan that was announced last week, the state’s Youth and Adult Amateur Sports Activities plan, and the City of Springfield’s phased reopening plan, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan Tour Improvements at Golf Courses
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Executive Director of Parks, Building and Recreational Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan, Director of Open Space Peter Krupczak, PBRM Coordinator Tom Dougal, Chief Administrative and Finance Officer (CAFO) TJ…
City of Springfield Announces Additional Local Neighborhood Vaccination Clinics
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris joined with State Representative Bud L. Williams, and Dr. Sly Douglas Northeast Regional Lead for Curative at JC Williams Community Center to announce…
Emergency Assistance Town Hall for Springfield Region Residents
The Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is partnering with Way Finders to host English and Spanish language virtual town halls on emergency rental assistance, free legal representation, and mediation services that are…
City of Springfield Celebrates Arbor Day
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Congressman Richard Neal, City Forester Alex Sherman, Director of Governor Baker’s Western Massachusetts Office Jose Delgado, and students and staff of Bowles Elementary School for the annual Arbor Day celebration. …
City of Springfield License Commission Revokes Malecon Restaurant & Bar Liquor License
The City of Springfield License Commission held a meeting on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 for a final hearing and voted to revoke the liquor license of the Malecon Restaurant and Bar.
Mayor Sarno, and State and City Officials Recognized Pope Francis Boys Hockey Team on Winning USA Hockey DI National Championship
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Ward 2 City Councilor Attorney Michael Fenton, Ward 4 City Councilor Malo Brown, Ward 7 City Councilor Tim Allen, and State Representatives Bud Williams, Angelo J. Puppolo, and Brian Ashe in recognizing the Pope…
Mayor Sarno Announces Canaan Baptist Church of Christ Defacement Removed and Restored
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is pleased to report that the defacement to the Canaan Baptist Church of Christ signage has been removed and restored.
Mayor Sarno states, “Simply put, a huge thank you to our very own City Graffiti Removal Specialist Mike…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on Hateful Defacement done to Canaan Baptist Church of Christ Signage and Offers Assistance
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno is sickened and saddened by the news of the hateful defacement done to the signage at Canaan Baptist Church of Christ and offers assistance to Pastor Rev. Dr. W.C. Watson, Jr.
Mayor Sarno and HHS Commissioner Caulton-Harris Announce that Johnson & Johnson Vaccination Appointments Available at Greenleaf Community Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield is offering Johnson & Johnson vaccination appointments on Friday, April 30, 2021 at the Greenleaf/Clodo…
Mayor Sarno Joined with AMR for Earn While You Learn Announcement
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with American Medical Response Northeast Regional Director Patrick Pickering and AMR officials at the AMR COVID-19 testing site at the Eastfield Mall to announce that applications for the fifth Earn While You Learn…
City of Springfield Elder Affairs Hold “CARnival” Family Reunion Drive-Thru Parade at Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Elder Affairs Director Sandy Federico and the Elder Affairs staff for a fun and festive carnival-themed family reunion drive-thru parade for our…
Springfield Public Schools Meal Service Adjustments
Effective today, Monday, April 26th, grab-and-go meals will no longer be served at Washington and Warner Elementary Schools. Families who frequented those locations are encouraged to pick up grab-and-go meals at Indian Orchard Elementary School, 95…
City of Springfield Office of Community Development Seeks RFP’s for Second Year Action Plan, 2021-2022
The City of Springfield’s Office of Community Development is seeking proposals for inclusion in its Second Year Action Plan, 2021-2022. The 2021-2022 Program Year will run from July 1, 2021- June 30, 2022. Successful proposals must meet the…
City of Springfield's Office of Community Development RFP for Public Service Programs
The City of Springfield’s Office of Community Development is seeking proposals for inclusion in its 2021-2022 Action Plan.
Eversource Energy Offers Hardship Programs
For those experiencing financial challenges due to the ongoing COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, Eversource Energy has protections, programs and payment plans to help. Participation in an assistance program or payment plan will prevent service…
Springfield George Walter Vincent Smith Museum in the Running for People's Preservation Choice Award
The Springfield Museums are proud and excited to share that thanks to the amazing restoration work over the years, the George Walter Vincent Smith Museum was chosen for the Paul & Niki Tsongas Preservation Award!