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Springfield City Hall/Municipal Building Holiday Hours
Please be advised that Springfield City Hall and satellite municipal buildings will close at 2:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and will be closed all day Christmas Day Wednesday,…
Mayor Sarno Thanks the Spirit of Springfield for Making the South End Bright
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno extends his thanks for to Spirit of Springfield and the City of Springfield’s dedicated neighborhood services team for making the South End shine bright this holiday season. The…
Mayor Sarno honored to receive a Prayer Shawl from St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno was honored to be gifted a handmade blue knitted prayer shawl from The Prayer Shawl Ministry at the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Springfield.
Mayor Sarno states, “I…
Bright Nights at Forest Park Open Christmas Eve, Christmas Night, New Year's Eve and New Year's Night
Springfield, Massachusetts—Celebrate all of the holiday nights at Bright Nights at Forest Park. The lights came on for the 30th season on November 27, 2024, and they will continue to glow through…
City of Springfield DPW to Begin Collection of Christmas Trees on Tuesday, January 7, 2025
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) will begin the collection of Christmas trees starting Tuesday, January 7th, 2024 and will continue through Friday, January 31st, 2024. …
Springfield DPW Announces Christmas and New Year’s Holiday Trash and Recycling Schedule
The City of Springfield Department of Public Works (DPW) would like to notify residents that there will be no collection of trash, yard waste, recycling or bulk item materials on Wednesday, December…
Springfield City Hall Staff Participate in Ugly Sweater and Holiday Baked Goods Competition
Springfield City Hall Staff participated in an Ugly Sweater and Holiday Baked Goods Competition in preparation of the Holiday Season. Treats, which were all homemade, included fudge, maple bacon…
Mayor Sarno attends Mason Square Neighborhood Tree Lighting Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, State Representative Bud Williams, Director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Thomas Ashe, Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford, Police Superintendent Larry Akers,…
Mayor Sarno happy to visit with Malcolm Mahoney
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno sat down with Malcom “Mac” Mahoney today for a visit. Mayor Sarno had a great time chatting with Malcolm, along with his dad, Attorney William Mahoney, who serves as the city’s…
Springfield Police Department Promotes Two Captains, Four Lieutenants & Two Sergeants
On Tuesday December 17th, Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence E. Akers on behalf of the Springfield Police Department along with Mayor Domenic J. Sarno held a promotional pinning ceremony for…
Mayor Sarno joins The Republican/MassLive for Don Treeger’s Retirement Party
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Communications Director Molly Shea joined Tuesday afternoon with award-winning photographer Don Treeger and family, and The Republican Newspaper team to celebrate Don…
Springfield Pride Parade: Bringing Joy, Growth, and Inclusivity to Springfield in 2025
A Reason to Celebrate This June: Expanding Safe Spaces for LGBTQIA+ Youth Across Springfield Schools
Mayor Sarno Congratulates the Springfield Renaissance School Seniors on Annual “College March”
The Springfield Renaissance School’s seniors participated in the school’s annual College March on Friday, December 13, starting at 9 a.m. The event began at Symphony Hall, where the Class of 2025 will…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Perez Discuss Pedestrian and Roadway Safety Enhancements on Birnie Ave and Arch Street
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Department of Public Works (DPW) Director Chris Cignoli and Chief of Staff Bill Baker discussed with Ward 1 City Councilor Maria Perez and Carmen Santana, President of New…
Mayor Sarno Congratulates Captain Brian Keenan on being Named the next Police Chief for the City of Holyoke
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno congratulated Captain Brian Keenan on being named the next Chief of Police for the City of Holyoke.
Mayor Sarno Welcomes a Visit from Sally Abdul-Baki
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno welcomed a visit from Sally Abdul-Baki, owner of Cedar’s Food Mart and Grill on Armory Street. Abdul-Baki is also the sister of Imam Dr. Wissam Abdul-Baki of the Islamic…
Mayor Sarno City Team meet with Way Finders CEO Keith Fairey and Team
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Chief Development Officer Tim Sheehan, and Housing Director Gerry McCafferty met with Way Finders CEO Keith Fairey and Alisa Costa today in Mayor Sarno’s office for Housing…
Mayor Sarno, Superintdent Dinnall, City, and School officials join for Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Meeting
Today, Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Springfield Public Schools (SPS) Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinnall, the city’s Chief Administrative and Financial Officer (CAFO) Cathy Buono, SPS Chief Financial Officer…
Mayor Sarno visits with Springfield Garden Club for special Holiday Luncheon
The Springfield Garden Club celebrated December Holidays with Honored Guests on Friday at the historic and recently renovated Monkey House located in Forest Park.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Deputy Park…
Mayor Sarno and City Officials join Santa and the Grinch for South End Citizens Council Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Parks Buildings, and Recreation Management (PBRM) Director Tom Ashe, and City Council Vice President Melvin Edwards joined with members of the The South End Citizens Council,…