Access Care Partners Invites Community to Virtual Walk, Run, or Roll
HOLYOKE — Access Care Partners is encouraging community members to “move with purpose” by participating in its upcoming Step into
Read MoreAuthor: HCN Staff
Sen. Gómez Secures $5 Million Indoor Air Quality Investment in Mass Ready Act
BOSTON — Senator Adam Gómez secured a $5 million amendment to improve indoor air quality in schools, public housing, and
Read MoreUMassFive Enhances Digital Banking Experience with Charitable Giving Feature
HADLEY — UMassFive College Federal Credit Union, a local, cooperatively owned financial institution, is highlighting the success of a charitable
Read MoreHCC to Host Fresh Check Day to Promote Mental Wellness on April 29
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) will host a day dedicated to promoting mental health and wellness on Wednesday, April
Read MoreGreylock Federal Credit Union Awards $50,000 to Local Food Pantries
PITTSFIELD — With food insecurity continuing to rise, Greylock Federal Credit Union has allocated a $50,000 donation to support local
Read MoreWellpoint Celebrates Steve Athas as Hometown Hero
SPRINGFIELD — Wellpoint, a health benefits company in Massachusetts, recognized Steve Athas as an honoree in its Hometown Heroes program
Read MoreRick’s Place to Host Annual Walk, Run, Remember 5K and Community Walk
WILBRAHAM — Rick’s Place, a nonprofit organization that provides free grief support to youth and their families, will host its
Read MoreWestfield State University Accepting Applications for Paramedic Program
WESTFIELD — Westfield State University is now accepting applications for the next paramedic program cohort starting in September. This program
Read MoreGlenmeadow Celebrates Nick Testa as Director of Dining Services of the Year
LONGMEADOW — Glenmeadow announced that Nick Testa, director of Food and Beverage, has been named the 2026 Director of Dining
Read MoreFallon Health Invites Nonprofits to Apply for 2026 Community Impact Grants
WORCESTER — Fallon Health announced the opening of the application period for its 2026 Community Impact Grants, offering $125,000 in
Read MoreJeffrey Hoess-Brooks to Perform in Dancing with the Local Stars Benefiting Cutchins
NORTHAMPTON — Cutchins Programs for Children & Families announced the return of its signature annual fundraiser, Dancing with the Local
Read MoreSpectrum Launches Virtual American Sign Language Service in Chicopee Store
CHICOPEE — Spectrum is bringing its virtual American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation service to Chicopee. The service connects deaf customers
Read MoreRachel’s Table to Host Outrun Hunger Event on May 17
SPRINGFIELD — Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts, a food rescue and hunger alleviation organization, is set to Outrun Hunger in
Read MoreState Awards $247,000 to Help Adults Transition to College, Develop Workforce Skills
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced it awarded $247,000 in Bridges to College grants to five community colleges and a
Read MoreGreylock Federal Credit Union Awards $100,000 in Gifts to Nonprofits
PITTSFIELD — As part of its ongoing commitment and support of community partners, Greylock Federal Credit Union is awarding 10
Read MoreBerkshire Heart & Mind Therapy to Host Grand Opening, Ribbon Cutting on April 30
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Heart & Mind Therapy will host its grand opening and ribbon cutting on Thursday, April 30 from
Read MoreNacho Average Wellness Event to Take Place on May 7 at Heritage Woods
AGAWAM — A group of local eldercare agencies and facilities are sponsoring Nacho Average Wellness on Thursday, May 7 from
Read MoreHolyoke Mall to Host Get Hired Job Fair on April 16
HOLYOKE — Job seekers across Western Mass. are headed to Holyoke Mall to advance their careers during the Get Hired
Read MoreBaystate Health Opens New Pharmacy Location in Mason Square
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced the opening of Baystate Pharmacy – Mason Square, located at 11 Wilbraham Road, Springfield. The
Read MoreGreenfield Cooperative Bank Launches Food Drive
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank is sponsoring a non-perishable food drive at its Northampton and Florence branches to benefit Rachel’s
Read MoreState Seeks Innovative Ideas to Strengthen Student, Educator Mental Health
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced it is looking for innovative ideas from educators, providers, and community partners on how
Read MoreBFAIR, UCP Boards of Directors Share Plans to Pursue Merger
PITTSFIELD, NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR and UCP of Western Massachusetts announced they are exploring the possibility of a future merger.
Read MoreFood Bank of Western Massachusetts Addresses 2026 Food Access Report
CHICOPEE — Food insecurity across Western Mass. remains at alarmingly high levels, with 50% of households struggling to afford enough
Read MoreState Celebrates Launch of Loan Repayment Program for Early Childhood Educators
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration is celebrating the recent launch of the state’s first-ever Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Loan Repayment
Read MoreRuth’s House to Host Seminar on Protecting Older Adults from Fraud, Scams
LONGMEADOW — Ruth’s House, part of Legacy Lifecare, will host a complimentary Elder Fraud Seminar on Wednesday, April 22 from
Read MoreMiraVista to Host Family-friendly Hiring Event for Nurses on April 16
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is inviting registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) to explore meaningful career
Read MoreNominations Close on April 9 for Alumni Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is accepting nominations for its 12th annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award. Nominations are due by
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Announces Campaign to Benefit Griffin’s Friends
SPRINGFIELD — Freedom Credit Union announced that its April Month of Giving campaign will benefit Griffin’s Friends, a local nonprofit
Read MoreCity of Springfield, Helix Human Services to Highlight Fight Against Child Abuse
SPRINGFIELD — In partnership with Mayor Domenic Sarno and the city of Springfield, Helix Human Services is raising a flag
Read MoreBerkshire Agricultural Ventures Launches Fifth Year of Market Match Fund
GREAT BARRINGTON — Berkshire Agricultural Ventures (BAV), a community nonprofit supporting farmers, launched the fifth year of its Market Match
Read MoreJohnson Memorial Hospital Advanced Wound Center Recognized as Center of Distinction
STAFFORD SPRINGS, Conn — Johnson Memorial Hospital announced that its Advanced Wound Center has been awarded the prestigious Center of
Read MorebankESB Donates $10,000 to Easthampton Fire Department
EASTHAMPTON — bankESB announced a $10,000 donation to the Easthampton Fire Department in support of its ongoing mission to protect
Read MoreTactical Self Rescue to Host Event Introducing Employee Well-being Program
HOLYOKE — Tactical Self Rescue LLC, a safety and security education consultancy, is introducing its comprehensive employee well-being program to
Read MoreGolf for a Cure on May 11 to Support Huntington’s Disease Society of America
NEWBURYPORT — The Massachusetts & Rhode Island Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host its fifth
Read MoreT-Birds, Sheriff’s Office, YWCA Partner for Domestic Violence Awareness Night
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Thunderbirds, in partnership with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office and the YWCA of Western Massachusetts, announced
Read MoreNominations Close on April 9 for Alumni Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is accepting nominations for its 12th annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award. Nominations are due by
Read MoreFairview Hospital Named Top 100 Critical Access Hospital for 14th Straight Year
GREAT BARRINGTON — Berkshire Health Systems announced Fairview Hospital has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
Read MoreJohn Schelb Launches True North Transitions LLC
LUDLOW — John Schelb announced the launch of True North Transitions LLC, a Massachusetts-based company dedicated exclusively to providing MassHealth
Read MoreEmily Bailey Appointed Commissioner of Massachusetts Department of Mental Health
BOSTON — Massachusetts Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. Kiame Mahaniah announced that Emily Bailey has been appointed commissioner
Read MoreMichelle Theroux Named President, CEO of Sunshine Village
CHICOPEE — Peter Benton, chairman of the board of directors of Sunshine Village, announced the appointment of Michelle Theroux as
Read More