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Summer with the Community Music School of Springfield
Join the Community Music School at this year's Jazz & Roots Festival on July 22nd as CMSS students showcase their talents! Children's Chorus of Springfield's Summer Sing and Sonido Music Summer…
Department of Energy Recognizes Springfield Public Schools Energy Achievements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Efficient and Healthy Schools Campaign recently recognized Springfield Public Schools, citing the district’s “exemplary projects to improve the energy and…
CDO Tim Sheehan sets the record straight on ARPA funding for Playful Minds Daycare
In the MassLive article regarding the denial of a requested $1.5 Million in ARPA funding to the Longmeadow based company Playful Minds, the reporter, applicant and the city councilors commenting on…
Springfield Police Partner with Hampden County Sheriff’s Office to Serve Civil Papers
Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood today announced a new partnership with Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and his office.
Springfield Police Supervisors Complete Professional Development Training
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Chief of Staff Tom Ashe welcomed Kevin Sullivan, Vice President, Strategic Corporate Relations and Engagement at Babson College, and Katherine Craven, Chief Administrative…
‘Movie in the Park’ Scheduled for Today, Friday, July 14th 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 the inclement weather forecasted for this evening the…
Mayor Sarno Issues Statement on the passing of Forest Park Neighborhood Advocate Belle Rita Novak
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “So very sorry to hear about Belle Rita’s passing. My sympathy, thoughts, prayers and encouragement go out to her son Jeff, family and friends. One thing about Belle…
Mayor Sarno and PBRM Director Sullivan thank Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi and Crew for Continued Partnership on City Projects
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, Patrick Sullivan, Director of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management (PBRM), and Deputy Parks Director Peter Krupczak stopped by the old trolley pavilion on Thursday to…
Mayor Sarno Appoints Christy Torres to Board of Police Commissioners
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno announced today that he has appointed Christy Torres of Springfield to the Board of Police Commissioners. Torres is replacing Norman Roldan who resigned on June 30, 2023. She…
Mayor Sarno and Police Superintendent Clapprood Announce Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant from State Department of Mental Health
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood announced today that the Springfield Police Department has been awarded a Jail/Arrest Diversion Program Grant of $367,474…
Mayor Sarno and Councilor Lederman attend Climate Justice Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and City Council President Jesse Lederman joined with Live Well Springfield, Commonwealth Murals, Blues to Green, and community residents for a special Climate Justice Mural…
Mayor Sarno and City and State Officials Join with Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell for Open House Event
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with other local mayors, and city and state officials to welcome Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell as she held a special open house event at her Springfield Office on…
Mayor Sarno Visit with Seniors at Raymond Jordan Senior Center for Special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno joined with the Department of Elder Affairs and seniors for a special Rock the Runway Summer Fashion Show at the Raymond Jordan Senior Center on Wednesday, July 12th.
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,…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…