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Mayor Sarno welcomes Mayor of Bracigliano Italy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Paul Picknelly, Honorary Consul General of Italy, welcomed Giovanni Luliano, Mayor of Bracigliano, Italy, a town in the province of Salerno, to Springfield on Wednesday, July 12th.
Springfield Police Firearms Investigation Unit Marks 2nd Anniversary with 315th Illegal Gun Seized
The Springfield Police Department’s Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU) seized its 315th illegally possessed firearm Monday in just two years since its creation. On July 9th, 2021 Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced the creation of the…
City of Springfield Opens Cooling Centers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield will be opening cooling centers Wednesday, July 12th and July 13th, 2023, due to the anticipated heat.
Response to Media Reports About Drinking Water Quality from the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (Commission) is providing correction and clarification to statements made in recent news reports about drinking water quality.
Mayor Sarno, City Officials and Community Stakeholders hold Initial Roundtable Working Group Discussion to Address Uptick of Gun Violence
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno called a roundtable working group with city officials and community stakeholders and clergy today to continue ongoing discussions to form a plan of action to address the uptick of gun violence in the city. This meeting follows…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Fenton Continue Efforts to advance Digital Equity and Internet Access for Springfield Residents
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Councilor Attorney Michael Fenton, Chair of the City Councils ad-hoc committee and working group on Digital Equity and Internet Access along with co-chairs Dr. Frank Robinson and Archbishop Timothy Paul Baymon, met…
Free jazz and blues concert at Springfield Armory National Historic Site
The historic grounds of Springfield Armory National Historic Site will be swinging to the sounds of big band music on Saturday, July 15th from 6 – 8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair, a picnic dinner, and your dancing shoes. Enjoy a free, energizing, twilight…
Mayor Sarno, Congressman Neal, Councilors Fenton and Curran, and PBRM Director Sullivan join with Atwater Park Neighborhood for Reopening of Atwater Park Fountain
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Congressman Richard E. Neal, and City Councilors Attorney Michael Fenton and Attorney Sean Curran joined with Director of Parks, Building and Recreational Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan and the Atwater Park Civic…
Mayor Sarno Welcomes and Brings Greetings at Motor Maids Convention
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno brought greetings at the Motor Maids Convention on Tuesday, July 11th at the Sheraton Hotel. The energetic crowd of over 500 traveled to Springfield, MA on their bikes from across the Country. The Motor Maids were formed in…
Mayor Sarno welcomes special visit from Olivia and Family
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno welcomed a special visit from 6-year-old Olivia and family, Karen and Stephen Bosworth, Aaron Nugent and Amanda Merchant, today. Olivia shared her excitement about her summer vacation and is excited to start 1st grade in…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Monday, 7/10/23 Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announces that due to the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the movie “Minions: The Rise of Gru” scheduled for tonight,…
Mayor Sarno Meets with Prince Hall Sumner Lodge #5 Accepted Free Masons on their Continued Community Outreach Efforts
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “It was a pleasure to once again be with the members of the Prince Hall Sumner Lodge #5 Accepted Free Masons, which includes former speedy High School of Commerce point guard ‘Fast Eddie Anderson,’ retired Sheriff’s…
Mayor Sarno calls Together and Expands Initial Working Group to address Uptick of Gun Violence in our City
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno following up on his enhanced public safety announcement and initial meeting with community partners and religious leaders last week, is expanding the initial working group and will conduct a meeting of a cross section of…
Spirit of Springfield Star Spangled 4th of July
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Congressman Richard E. Neal joined with Spirit of Springfield President Judy Matt and other officials, and thousands of families for a special Star Spangled 4th of July event at our Riverfront Park.
City of Springfield Opens Cooling Centers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield will be opening cooling centers Wednesday, July 5th, Thursday, July 6th, and Friday, July 7, 2023 due to the…
Mayor Sarno and Congressman Neal Reach Deal with Amtrak to allow Pedestrian Access to Riverfront Park for Iconic Spirit of Springfield Star Spangled 4th of July Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Congressman Richard E. Neal announced today that after a flurry of activity and phone calls made over the weekend and into Monday morning, a deal has been reached with Amtrak to allow pedestrian access to the City of…
Mayor Sarno, Councilor Edwards, and Neighborhood and City Officials Announce Applications for New Home Lottery in Maple-High Six Corners Neighborhood
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, and Ward 3 City Councilor and Maple-High Six Corners Neighborhood Council President Melvin Edwards joined with Housing Director Gerry McCafferty, Deputy Housing Director Robert DeMusis, Director of Disaster Recovery Tina…
Mayor Sarno, Senator Oliveira, Representative Ashe and Longmeadow Town Officials attend Groundbreaking Ceremony for Glenmeadow’s Phase Two Renovations and new Wellness Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with State Senator Jacob Oliveira, State Representative Brian Ashe, Longmeadow Town Manager Lyn Simmons, and members from the Longmeadow Select Board for a special groundbreaking ceremony for Glenmeadow’s phase two…
Springfield Puerto Rican Parade Committee holds 2023 Puerto Rican Parade Kickoff Celebration
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with city and state officials for the Springfield Puerto Rican Parade Committees kickoff celebration of the Springfield Puerto Rican Parade on Thursday, June 29th at White Lion Brewing. The event announced the 2023…