Community Action Pioneer Valley Opens New WIC Office at Hadley Crossing
HADLEY — On June 25, Community Action Pioneer Valley opened a new office of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
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Eastern States Exposition Welcomes Mary Lee Walsh as Executive Assistant
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Mary Lee Walsh has started a full-time venture as executive assistant to the president and CEO of
Read MoreBert Carter, President and CEO of Willie Ross School for the Deaf, to Retire
LONGMEADOW — Officials of Willie Ross School for the Deaf (WRSD) announced that Bert Carter will retire at the end
Read MoreBusinessWest Accepting Nominations for 2026 Healthcare Heroes
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest and HealthcareNews.com are now accepting nominations for the 10th annual Healthcare Heroes awards. Nominations for the Healthcare
Read MoreFormer Gateway City Arts Property Opening as Creators Campus for Teens
HOLYOKE — Two years after LightWorks Collective took ownership of the former Gateway City Arts property, the organization is opening
Read MoreBFAIR in Bloom Fundraising Event Raises $40,000
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR announced the success of its annual BFAIR in Bloom signature fundraising event, held on June 4
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Stroke Care
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) has once again received the American Heart Assoc. Get with the Guidelines – Stroke
Read MoreGolfers Encouraged to Register for Second Chance Charity Golf Tournament
EAST BROOKFIELD — With just weeks remaining before the 14th annual Second Chance Charity Golf Tournament, Second Chance Animal Services
Read MoreUCP of Western Massachusetts Awards Two Students Lisa Jacobs Memorial Scholarship
PITTSFIELD — UCP of Western Massachusetts announced that Brooklynn Lamke of Lenox Memorial High School and Edward Ferris of Taconic
Read MoreBaystate Academy Invites Prospective Families to Open House on July 9
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Academy Charter Public School will welcome prospective students and their families to an open house on Thursday,
Read MoreWomen’s Fund of Western Massachusetts Awards $195,000 in Grants
SPRINGFIELD — The Women’s Fund of Western Massachusetts announcde $195,000 in general cycle grant awards to 17 organizations serving women,
Read MoreBikes Fight Cancer Charity Ride Raises More Than $425,000
EASTHAMPTON — More than 600 cyclists and 125 volunteers gathered at Tree House Brewing Co. in South Deerfield for Bikes
Read MoreBFAIR, UCP Announce Merger Progress, Leadership Transition, CEO Appointment
PITTSFIELD and NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR and UCP of Western Massachusetts announced a significant milestone in their ongoing merger exploration,
Read MoreTotally Adaptive Receives Grant from Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
EAST LONGMEADOW — Totally Adaptive announced it is a recipient of a $6,500 Autism Community Impact Grant from the Doug
Read MoreBusinessWest Accepting Nominations for 2026 Healthcare Heroes
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest and HealthcareNews.com are now accepting nominations for the 10th annual Healthcare Heroes awards. Nominations for the Healthcare
Read MoreValley Opportunity Council to Host WIC Day Celebration for Families on June 26
HOLYOKE — Valley Opportunity Council (VOC) will host a Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Day Celebration for families on Friday,
Read MoreUnited Way of Pioneer Valley to Host CLC Leaders Lounge Celebrating Summer Step Up
SPRINGFIELD — United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) will host a Community Leadership Connect (CLC) Leaders Lounge on Wednesday, July
Read MoreSTCC Celebrates Groundbreaking for Health and Patient Simulation Relocation
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) celebrated a major milestone in its commitment to healthcare education on June 17
Read MoreBerkshire Medical Center, Fairview Hospital Recognized for LGBTQ+ Inclusion
PITTSFIELD — The Human Rights Campaign Foundation, the educational arm of the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer
Read MoreArmbrook Village Named Best Senior Living Community for 2026
WESTFIELD — Armbrook Village has earned the honor of U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Senior Living award in
Read MoreRiver Valley Counseling Center Slates 11th Annual Golf Tournament for Sept. 18
HOLYOKE — River Valley Counseling Center (RVCC), a member of ServiceNet, will hold its 11th annual golf tournament on Friday,
Read MoreLegislature Passes Bill to Make Traffic Stops Safer for Drivers with Autism
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Legislature passed legislation establishing a statewide ‘blue envelope’ program, giving motorists with autism spectrum disorder a
Read MoreHampden County Chambers of Commerce Unite to Fill Food Bank
CHICOPEE — Six Hampden County chambers of commerce once again joined forces this spring to make a meaningful impact in
Read MoreLocal Amputees Invited to Try Advanced Prosthetic Technology for Free
SPRINGFIELD — OP Labs will host its third annual Technology Day on Thursday, June 25 from 9 a.m. to 3
Read MoreWestMASSters 2026 to Support Two Local Families Facing Medical Hardship
SPRINGFIELD — The spirit of neighbors helping neighbors will be on full display when WestMASSters 2026 returns to the Morgan
Read MorebankESB Veterans Drive to Benefit One Call Away Veterans Support Center
EASTHAMPTON — bankESB is continuing its annual Veterans Drive, a community-wide campaign supporting the One Call Away Veterans Support Center
Read MoreTriangle Family Dental to Host Ribbon Cutting, Grand Reopening on June 23
AMHERST — Triangle Family Dental will celebrate the reopening of its dental office and spa with a ribbon cutting ceremony,
Read MoreFood Bank to Honor Community Leaders, Partners at Open House on June 17
CHICOPEE — The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts will host its second annual Honoring Community Impact Open House on Wednesday,
Read MoreEasthampton Fire Department, Baystate Health to Host Blood Drive on June 29
EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton Fire Department will partner with the Baystate Health Blood Donor Program to host a blood drive
Read MoreMassachusetts Senate Passes Landmark Child Welfare Bill
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed legislation that safeguards the well-being of children, particularly those in state care and
Read More12th Annual Hot Rods for Heroes Benefit Car Show Returns to Russell on June 27
RUSSELL — The American Legion Blandford Post 356 will host the 12th annual Hot Rods for Heroes Benefit Car Show
Read MoreBlue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation Issues RFP for Grant Opportunity
BOSTON — The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation announced a request for proposals (RFP) for the OB3 Impacts Defense
Read MoreThe Reese Fund to Host Day of Compassion on June 24
SPRINGFIELD — On Wednesday, June 24 the public is invited to come together, online and in person, for a powerful, 24‑hour
Read MoreMiraVista to Host Eat & Greet Nurse Hiring Event on June 17
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center will host an Eat & Greet Nurse Hiring Event on Wednesday, June 17 from 3:30
Read MoreMBK Hosts Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg for Special Olympics
HOLYOKE — On June 3, Meyers Brothers Kalicka P.C. (MBK) hosted its second annual rally for the final leg of the
Read MorePig Roast to Benefit Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation to Take Place Sept. 12
WESTHAMPTON — Families, friends, and supporters from across the region are invited to attend the 2026 Pig Roast benefiting the
Read MoreSquare One CEO Issues Statement on End to Union Strike
SPRINGFIELD — Following a labor strike that began on June 2, Square One leadership announced that an agreement has been
Read More‘Building & Sustaining Livable Communities’ Event Slated for June 29
HOLYOKE — OneHolyoke CDC will host its second annual “Building & Sustaining Livable Communities” event, featuring a keynote address by
Read MoreBusinessWest to Celebrate 40 Under Forty, Announce AAA Winner Tonight
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest will celebrate its 20th annual 40 Under Forty program tonight, June 11, with a sold-out gala at
Read MoreBaystate Health Shares Expert Tips for Staying Cool, Safe During Extreme Heat
SPRINGFIELD — The heat can be deadly, so on the hottest days, experts recommend being careful if you plan to
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