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Mayor Sarno Issues Statement of Sympathy to the Families and Friends of Weymouth Shooting

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states first of all, my sympathy, thoughts, prayers, and encouragement go out to the families and friends of Weymouth Police Officer Michael Chesna and Senior Citizen Vera Adams.  This was a chilling and senseless crime that is…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Congressman Richard E. Neal Unveil New Union Station Benches

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno said, “We are grateful to Congressman Neal for his efforts in acquiring these benches from New York City’s Grand Central Station. I believe it is important to preserve the history of our Union Station and these benches…

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Mayor Sarno Participates in Ribbon Cutting for Jaime Ulloa Park Renovations

Saturday, July 14, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal, Patrick J. Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Building and Recreation Management and the Springfield Park Commission held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Jaime Ulloa…

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Mayor Sarno and Bob Ford Visit and Exchange of Artwork

Mayor Sarno visited with Bob Ford and family on Sunday. Mr. Ford is a 1963 graduate of Classical High School and teaches Management at the University of Central Florida. He was visiting Springfield with his family this weekend. 

Mr. Ford had…

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno Meets with East Springfield Neighborhood Council

Members of the East Springfield Neighborhood Council (ESNC) had coffee with Mayor Domenic Sarno and his Director of Constituent Services William Baker this morning in the Mayor’s Office. 

The ESNC provided the Mayor with an update about the…

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Mayor Sarno Meets with Police Executive Research Forum

Thursday, July 12, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno met with representatives of the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) yesterday to discuss the work they are conducting on behalf of the City to review the Springfield Police Department’s Internal…

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Free Public Legal Q&A Library Forums at the Mason Square Branch Library

Thursday, July 12, 2018

Springfield Library Q & A Forums at the Mason Square Branch Library this summer

The Hampden County Legal Clinic (HCLC) is re-launching of one of our most impactful community programs – our Your Legal Questions Answered at…

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State Supported Syringe Access Services Program Authorized for Springfield

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announces that Health & Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris sent a letter to the State Department of Public Health authorizing the implementation of a Syringe Service Program in the City…

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Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the Passing of Hampden County Register of Deeds Donald E. Ashe

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

“I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Register of Deeds Don Ashe. He was always a gentleman, always dapperly clad and he brought professionalism to the Registry of Deeds, all in the name of enhanced and better…

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Mayor Sarno – “What the hell does it take to hold a violent repeat offender!”

Mayor Sarno comments on the fatal shooting and drug activity incident on Westminster Street

Friday, July 6, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “First of all, my thoughts and prayers go out to the effected families. Donte King was just arrested…

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Update: Cooling Centers Opening in the City of Springfield

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Mayor Sarno, along with the Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Helen R. Caulton-Harris, announced today that the City of Springfield will open Cooling Centers in the City on Tuesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 5th

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City of Springfield Emergency Communications (Springfield 9-1-1) to Begin Accepting Phase II Wireless Calls Directly from 9-1-1 Callers

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Emergency Communications Director D. Jeremy DeMar announce the City of Springfield’s agreement with the State 9-1-1 Department to begin accepting Phase II Wireless Calls directly from…

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Solid Waste Collection Schedule for 4th of July Holiday

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Due to the holiday, there will be no collection of rubbish, yard waste or recycling materials on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. Residents normally scheduled for these services on Wednesday will have their items picked up on…

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Forest Park Pool Closed Today

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

The City of Springfield’s Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management has announced that the swimming pool in Forest Park will be closed on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 due to a mechanical pump filtration issue.  The…

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Former Indian Orchard Fire Station Development Opportunity Announced

Monday, July 2, 2018

The City of Springfield announced this week the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the property known as the former Indian Orchard Fire Station in the Indian Orchard neighborhood of Springfield. The developer chosen…

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Mayor Sarno and City Officials Announce Cooling Centers and Additional Ways for Residents to Stay Cool and Safe During Heat Wave

Monday, July 2, 2018

 

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Commissioner of Health and Human Services, Helen R. Caulton-Harris, announced today that the City of Springfield will open Cooling Centers in the City from Tuesday, July 3rd to Thursday, July 5th

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Mayor Domenic J. Sarno Announces Demolition of Former Marble Street Apartments

Mayor Sarno Continues Neighborhood Improvement Initiatives

Friday, June 29, 2018

This afternoon, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal and Springfield Community Development Officials announced the demolition of the former…

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Commissioner Barbieri and Mayor Sarno Announce Continued Professional Standards Initiatives

Thursday, June 28, 2018

The Springfield Police Department and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) will begin working together in July to review the department’s Internal Investigation Unit’s (IIU) policies and practices.  Commissioner John…

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Mayor Sarno Announces Carregan’s Lounge to Shut Down

Thursday, June 28, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno said, “In the name of public safety, I am pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached to shut down Carregan’s.”

Carregan’s Lounge is located at 155 Maple Street.

Please see the…

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Mayor Sarno Announces City Pools, Splash Pads and Five Mile Pond will Open Early Due to Heat Wave

Thursday, June 28, 2018

Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Patrick J. Sullivan, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management announced that Forest Park Pool, Gerena Pool, and Five Mile Pond will open this Saturday. The pools and Five…

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