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Mayor Sarno and Councilor Perez Announce $25,000 of new Exercise Equipment for North End Senior Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez are pleased to announce the purchase of over $25,000 worth of new state-of-the-art exercise equipment for the North End Senior Center at Brightwood today. In February 2022, Mayor Sarno,…
Mayor Sarno and City and State Officials attend Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for BHN’s new Community Behavioral Health Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris joined with Steve Winn, President and CEO of Behavioral Health Network (BHN) and other officials for a special ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of…
Mayor Sarno meets with College/University Presidents
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer (CDO) Tim Sheehan and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe met with the Presidents from local Colleges and University’s today to continue discussions of collaboration and partnerships for programs and initiatives…
Coffee with a Cop
Join Springfield Police Officers on Sunday February 5th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Coffee with a Cop at Bridge22 inside the Marriott Springfield Downtown. Validated parking in their garage for up to three hours is available if you attend this…
Springfield’s Citizens Police Academy to Return
The Springfield Police Department’s popular Citizen’s Police Academy is set to begin a new class in March. This 12-week program offers citizens insight into how police officers perform their duties and how the department serves the community.
Springfield Police Department Reflects on 2022 Accomplishments
Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl C. Clapprood is pleased to share several successes and milestones achieved by the Springfield Police Department in 2022.
In 2022, Springfield Police Officers responded to 261,843 calls for service and made…
Mayor Sarno Commends City Retirement Board and will Sponsor an Order to Increasing City Retirees COLA
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno commended the Springfield Retirement Board today for their decision to approve a new local option to increase the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Springfield city retirees up to 5% as a result of a State law that was…
Mayor Sarno Joins for The Children’s Study Home New Brand Launch and Expansion of their Mental Health Services
– The Children Study Home Now ‘Helix Human Services’ –
Mayor Sarno visits with 8th Grade Students at Duggan Academy
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno visited with the 8th grade students at Duggan Academy yesterday to talk to the kids about the importance of an education, hard work and to always strive for your dreams. Mayor Sarno shared his own experience and background,…
Mayor Sarno Elated by Springfield’s own Ruth E. Carter’s Oscar Nomination for Costume Design for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was elated to hear that Springfield’s own Ruth E. Carter has received an Oscar nomination for costume design for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
Mayor Sarno and City Officials Announce Springfield’s Continued Response Initiatives to Tackle Opioid Related Calls for Service
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood, Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi, Deputy Police Chief William Cochran, Deputy Fire Chief Mike Hess, Deputy Fire Chief David…
Learn About Red Cross Volunteer Opportunities this Thursday at Open House
Did you know the American Red Cross has a workforce of over 90% volunteers? Do you know how the American Red Cross supports Western Mass in times of disaster?
Come learn about the American Red Cross and what volunteers are up to in Western Mass!…
City of Springfield Celebrates Chinese 2023 Lunar New Year - Year of the Rabbit
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and State Representative Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. joined with other officials and our Chinese and Asian Communities from Western Massachusetts to celebrate the 2023 Lunar New Year, the year of the Rabbit, with a special gala at…
Red Sox Winter Weekend Loads the Bases with exciting weekend of family fun and activities
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and thousands of Boston Red Sox fans joined together at MGM Springfield and at the MassMutual Center in Springfield Downtown for the two-day festival that included a Town Hall event, autograph sessions and photo opportunities…
Mayor Sarno meets with MGM Resorts International President and CEO Hornbuckle to Reaffirm MGM Springfield’s commitment to City and Announce Plans to Open and Expand Attractions and Amenities
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Attorney Michael Fenton, City Councilor and chair of Casino Oversight Committee, sat down and met with MGM Resorts International President and CEO William Hornbuckle and MGM Springfield President and COO Chris Kelley today…
Mayor Sarno announces RFP to pursue Green Municipal Aggregation program to provided Utility Relief for Residents and Businesses
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) TJ Plante announced plans by issuing an RFP to implement and pursue a Green Municipal Aggregation (GMA) program as part of Mayor Sarno’s continued efforts to provide relief…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan Announce Clean Sweep Initiative with Roca - Expansion of Citywide Anti-Litter Campaign and Clean City Initiative
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Executive Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Patrick Sullivan and Joseph Furnari, Director of Roca Chelsea announced today the Clean Sweep Initiative, an expansion of the citywide anti-litter…
Mayor Sarno Joins Springfield BID to Welcome the 6th Annual Ice Invasion to Springfield in time for Red Sox Winter Weekend
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined today with the Springfield Business Improvement District (SBID) to see one of over a dozen ice sculptures installed downtown in front of City Hall as part of the 6th Annual Ice Invasion presented by the Springfield…
Brazen Repeat Offender Tells Officers “I’ll be out on bail and back in Walgreens at 6:00 a.m. today”
At approximately 2:00 a.m. Springfield Police Officers were patrolling the area of Allen and Orange Streets when they observed a known suspect, Andrew Cronin, riding a bicycle. Officers were aware Cronin had an outstanding felony warrant for his…
Springfield Fire Department Office of Emergency Communications Hiring Dispatchers
The Springfield Fire Department Office of Emergency Communications are hiring dispatchers. Those interested in a career as a 911 Dispatcher can apply at the link below: