GCC Names Lauren Bell Jean Simmons Nursing Faculty Chair
GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Community College (GCC) nursing faculty has named Lauren Bell the third Jean Simmons Nursing Faculty Chair.
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Wellness Warriors Parkinson’s Support Group to Meet on June 3, July 1
LONGMEADOW — JGS Lifecare has partnered with Dr. Katrina Banks to provide her Wellness Warriors support group. Its mission is
Read MoreGreenfield First Responders to Present Community Safety Day on June 2
GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Police Department and Fire Department welcome families for Community Safety Day on Sunday, June 2 from
Read MoreBaystate Health, MassMutual Partner to Build New, State-of-the-art Community Health Center
SPRINGFIELD — In an effort to improve health equity and meet the growing needs of the Springfield community, Baystate Health
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Raises Nearly $3,000 for Local Nonprofits
SPRINGFIELD — Committed to supporting local nonprofits that help its members and community, Freedom Credit Union raised $2,925 during its
Read MoreGirls Inc. of the Valley’s Teen Advocacy Board to Host Fundraising Event
HOLYOKE — Girls Inc. of the Valley’s Teen Advocacy Board (TAB) will host a fundraising event on Friday, May 24
Read MoreSTCC to Offer Free Classes for Aspiring Childcare Providers
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) will offer a summer program designed to assist prospective family childcare providers in
Read MoreCaolo & Bieniek Commences Public-safety Projects in Taunton, Lenox
CHICOPEE — Caolo & Bieniek Architects joined the communities of Taunton and Lenox at groundbreaking ceremonies for their new public-safety
Read MoreFive College Campuses Collaborate for Third Annual Job Fair on May 29
NORTHAMPTON — The Five College campuses of Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith colleges and UMass Amherst are collaborating to
Read MoreSen. Velis Raises Alarm on Fentanyl Prevalence, Need for Narcan
WESTFIELD — Ahead of the Massachusetts State Senate’s FY 2025 budget debate this week, state Sen. John Velis is raising
Read MorePublic Hearing to Discuss Poverty Reduction in Massachusetts
SPRINGFIELD — In Massachusetts, poverty rates range from 7.6% to 19.9% among different racial and ethnic groups. Why the wide
Read MoreGirls on the Run Annual Spring 5K Slated for June 8
SPRINGFIELD — Girls on the Run Western Massachusetts will host its annual spring 5K on Saturday, June 8 at Western
Read MoreParty for a Purpose on Sept. 19 to Support Square One
SPRINGFIELD —With the goal of making sure Square One’s children have a new, state-of-the-art, outdoor learning and playspace, Friends on
Read MoreYouth Event on May 18 to Focus on Gambling, Mental Health
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Youth Mental Health Coalition and the Beat the Odds youth group will host an event centered
Read MoreFlorence Bank Awards $150,000 to 40 Local Nonprofits
FLORENCE — Florence Bank awarded $150,000 to 40 area nonprofits through its annual Customers’ Choice Community Grants Program, through which
Read MoreRachel’s Table Receives $30,000 Donation from Antonacci Family Foundation
SPRINGFIELD — Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts announced a $30,000 donation from the Antonacci Family Foundation to support the organization’s
Read MoreDPH Report Shows Uptick in Calls to State’s Problem Gambling Helpline
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) released its FY 2023 Problem Gambling Helpline report, which highlighted an
Read MoreSecond Chance to Host Golf Tournament at Cold Spring Country Club
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services will host its 12th annual charity golf tournament on Monday, July 15 at
Read MoreReport Calls for More Equitable State Investment in Regional Transportation
WORCESTER — Regional public transit plays a vital role in communities across Massachusetts, but the current funding approach is fragmented,
Read MoreWheeling for Healing Event on May 19 to Support Cancer Care
SPRINGFIELD — What began as a grassroots employee effort is hitting the road again to become one of the only
Read MoreHolyoke Community College Recruiting Students for Free Human-services Program
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) is now recruiting students interested in working in the human-services field for a free,
Read MorePioneer Valley Riverfront Club to Host Dragon Boat Open House on May 18
SPRINGFIELD — The Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club (PVRC) will host a dragon boat open house on Saturday, May 18 from
Read MoreMiraVista Encourages Practices to ‘Be Seen in Green for Mental Health’
HOLYOKE — Medical practices devoted to primary care and pediatrics in Western Mass. are invited to show their support for
Read MoreHospiceCare in the Berkshires to Host Celebration of Life on May 18
PITTSFIELD — HospiceCare in the Berkshires invites Berkshire County residents to join in a celebration of life for those who
Read MoreGagne Wealth Management Group Expands
GREENFIELD — Gagne Wealth Management Group is expanding its footprint with the addition of two financial advisors, three employees, and
Read MoreEversource Recognizes National Electrical Safety Month
SPRINGFIELD — As the weather warms up and people spend more time outside getting their yards and homes ready for
Read MoreBaystate Health’s Mobile Blood Donation Team Coming to Palmer on June 5
PALMER — The community is invited to join the Baystate Health blood drive being held on Wednesday, June 5 from
Read MoreHuman Service Forum to Host Breakfast Workshop on Strategic Planning
EASTHAMPTON — The Human Service Forum (HSF) will host a breakfast workshop on strategic planning on Tuesday, May 21 from
Read MoreHealth New England Joins Western Massachusetts Anchor Collaborative
SPRINGFIELD — Health New England (HNE) has joined the Western Massachusetts Anchor Collaborative (WMAC), a coalition of anchor institutions —
Read MoreJa’Duke Inc. Expands Programming into Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Ja’Duke Inc. owners Kimberly Williams and Nicholas Waynelovich announced their intent to expand their childcare, driving-instruction, and performing-arts
Read MoreState Awards $2.4 Million to Expand Day Programs for Older Adults
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration awarded approximately $2.4 million to 20 organizations and communities across Massachusetts to broaden supportive and
Read MoreStrength in Her Story Conference Slated for May 18
SPRINGFIELD — Moms in Power will present the Strength in Her Story Conference on Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m.
Read MoreDakin Humane Society Awarded $124,000 from John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation
SPRINGFIELD — Dakin Humane Society has been awarded a grant in the amount of $124,000 from the John T. and
Read MoreCarla Cosenzi Honors Local Nurses with Gifts on Nurse Appreciation Day
NORTHAMPTON — On May 6, Carla Cosenzi, owner of TommyCar Auto Group, delivered personalized tote bags to local nurses at
Read MoreMax on Monday Event on May 13 to Feature Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
SPRINGFIELD — Max Tavern at the Basketball Hall of Fame will host the seventh Max on Monday networking event on
Read MoreHCC Students Hunt Campus Woods for Salamander Pathogen
HOLYOKE — Environmental science students at Holyoke Community College (HCC) spent their last Friday class of the spring semester searching
Read MoreWhen It Comes to Poison Ivy, Prevention Takes Priority
PALMER — If you grew up in a rural area, you’ve probably heard the saying, “leaves of three, let it
Read MoreSip & Shop Event Supporting Christina’s House Happening Today, Rain or Shine
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Business Improvement District (BID) isn’t letting a little rain stop an evening of shopping, sipping, and
Read MoreSen. Velis Receives Hope for Holyoke’s Lifetime Achievement Award
HOLYOKE — On May 3, state Sen. John Velis joined community members at Hope for Holyoke’s eighth annual Hopey Awards.
Read MoreHealth New England Honors Tania Barber with Grant to Caring Health Center
SPRINGFIELD — In honor of Tania Barber’s eight years of service on the board of directors of Health New England
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