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City of Springfield to Keep Cooling Centers Open Sunday, August 7th and Monday, August 8th
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris announced today that the City of Springfield will be keeping the cooling centers open on Sunday, August 7 and Monday, August 8, 2022 due to the anticipated heat.
Mayor Sarno, Mayor Vieau and Mayor Garcia Join with American Red Cross for Mayor’s Blood Donation
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with Mayor John Vieau of Chicopee and Mayor Joshua Garcia of Holyoke for a Mayor’s Blood Donation event at the American Red Cross. Nia Rennix, Executive Director of the American Red Cross Central-Western Mass Chapter…
Office of Health and Human Services shares CDC Information on Reducing the Stigma in Monkeypox Communication and Community Engagement
The Office of Health and Human Services is sharing a document from the CDC on Monkeypox to help people make the best informed decisions on how to protect their health and the health of the community.
‘Movies in the Park’ Schedule for Today, Friday, August 5, 2022 Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to inclement weather forecasted for this evening, the movie ‘Space Jam A New Legacy’ scheduled for tonight,…
Reminder Publications Executive Editor Michael Dobbs drops off First Edition of Springfield Community Newspaper to Mayor Sarno
Michael Dobbs, Executive Editor for the Reminder Publications and Matt Conway, Staff Write, stopped by today to personally drop off the Reminder Publications newest edition, the first edition of the Springfield Community Newspaper to Mayor Domenic J.…
Mayor Sarno and CDO Sheehan meet with Diana Szynal, New President of Springfield Regional Chamber
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe met with Diana Szynal, new President for the Springfield Regional Chamber today to introduce themselves and hear President Szynal’s vision and plans as she…
‘Movies in the Park’ Schedule for Thursday, August 4, 2022 Canceled Due to Extreme Heat
The City of Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Patrick Sullivan announced today that due to the extreme heat and inclement weather forecasted for this evening, the movie ‘Space Jam A New Legacy’…
Mayor Sarno Announces Seventh Round of ARPA Funding Awards
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and the city American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) team announced today the City of Springfield’s seventh round of ARPA RFP funding awards totaling $4,164,607 for small businesses, new businesses, nonprofits, economic development and…
Mayor Sarno Meets with Commonwealth Murals and Springfield Cultural Partnership for Updates on Fresh Paint Springfield Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, joined by Chief Development Officer Timothy Sheehan, met today with Karen Finn, Executive Director of the Springfield Cultural Partnership, and Britt Ruhe, Director of Common Wealth Murals, to discuss updates on the annual…
Mayor Sarno Happy to Catch Up with Pastor Steve Williams
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief Development Officer Timothy Sheehan met today with Pastor Steven R. Williams, Senior Pastor at the Revival Time Evangelistic Center (RTEC) here in Springfield. Mayor Sarno received updates from Pastor Williams on RTEC…
Mayor Sarno and Police Superintendent Clapprood Attend Neighborhood National Night Out Events
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood joined with the men and women of the Springfield Police Department and residents and community supports for the annual National Night Out Events scheduled throughout the city. Hampden…
Mayor Sarno thanks MGM Springfield for Donating Water for City Cooling Centers
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris and Director of Public Health and Emergency Preparedness and Response Tony Pettaway joined with and thanked MGM Springfield President and COO Chris Kelley, Director…
Mayor Sarno welcomes Dinesh Patel and Delegation from India
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe welcomed local business owner Dinesh Patel and a delegation from India today. The discussion included the continued efforts of bringing economic development and job opportunities to Springfield and…
Mayor Sarno Receives Update on the Western Mass Italian Cultural Festival from the Italian Cultural Center
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe met with Charles Becker, President of the Italian Cultural Center of Western Massachusetts, South End Citizens Council President Leo Florian and Mrs. Silvestri…
Springfield DPW Announces that Solid Waste Collection will Begin Early on Thursday, August 4th Due to Heat Wave
The Department of Public Works Solid Waste Division wishes to inform the residents of Springfield who have municipal trash, recycling and yard waste collection that on Thursday, August 4, 2022 collection will begin at 5:30 am due to the impending…
City of Springfield to Open 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, August 3 through Friday, August 5, 2022 due to the anticipated heat.
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Edwards joined with Springfield Carnival Association and Caribbean American African Athletics Social Club to Celebrate Caribbean Cultural Festival and Parade
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Ward 3 City Councilor Melvin Edwards and past Parade Marshal and Springfield Fire Department District Chief Curt Marcellin joined with the Springfield Carnival Association and the Caribbean American African Athletic Social…
City of Springfield Holds Flag Raising Ceremony for National Breastfeeding Month
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Health and Human Services Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris, Attorney Talia Gee and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Judi Crowell joined with Shenell R. Ford, the Heart2Heartbeat Lactation & Wellness, Breastfeeding…
Weatherization Skills Training & Job Opportunities For 18-25 Year Olds Living In Springfield
Get A Career In Weatherization
Increase Energy Efficiency & Reduce Energy Consumption
What Is Weatherization?
It is the practice of reducing energy consumption and optimizing energy efficiency by protecting the interior and exterior of a building…
Mayor Sarno, Council President Lederman, Councilor Edwards, and City Officials Met with Neighborhood Councils to Discuss ARPA Process and Neighborhood Initiatives
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, City Council President Jesse Lederman, Ward 3 City Councilor Melvin Edwards (Maple High Six Corners President) and School Committeewomen Barbara Gresham (Old Hill Council President) joined with Chief Development Officer Tim…