T-Birds Break Record, Collect 7,162 Stuffed Animals in Teddy Bear Toss
SPRINGFIELD — For the first time in team history, the Springfield Thunderbirds eclipsed the 7,000-bear plateau as the team collected
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Behavioral Health Network Named Among Top Places to Work in Massachusetts
SPRINGFIELD — Behavioral Health Network Inc. (BHN) has been named one of the 2024 Top Places to Work in Massachusetts
Read MoreElected Officials Join AMR, Community EMS in Celebrating 20 New EMTs
SPRINGFIELD — On Dec. 4, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno; City Councilors Maria Perez, Lavar Click-Bruce, and Kateri Walsh; Police Captain
Read MoreChicopee Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Shining Stars Recipients
CHICOPEE — The Chicopee Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its 2025 Shining Stars, recognizing individuals whose exceptional contributions
Read MoreMiraVista Announces Dr. Kenneth Richmond as New Medical Director
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center announced the appointment of Kenneth Richmond, MD, MS as its new medical director. Richmond,
Read MoreGlenmeadow Announces Board Leadership, Staff Promotions
LONGMEADOW — Glenmeadow Inc. recently elected new leadership and new members to its board of directors. Michael Tremble, CEO of
Read MoreGrant-funded Addiction Consult Service to Begin at Baystate Health Community Hospitals
SPRINGFIELD — The Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services has awarded a Hospital-based SUD Services grant to Baystate Health’s three
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2024 Giving Guide
Regional Philanthropic Opportunities The importance of giving to those in need — and to the organizations who help others secure
Read MoreWestMass ElderCare Announces Name Change to Access Care Partners
HOLYOKE — As WestMass ElderCare (WMEC) celebrates its 50th anniversary, the organization is announcing a new chapter in its history.
Read MoreState Awards $2.6 Million to Launch Diversion Program for Substance-use Disorder
BOSTON — As part of ongoing efforts to address the state’s overdose crisis, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH)
Read MoreWestern Mass. Families to Benefit from Freedom Credit Union Holiday Drive
SPRINGFIELD — Freedom Credit Union is inviting the community to donate money at any of its branches to help make
Read MoreElms College Awarded $1.27 Million Grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation
CHICOPEE — Elms College has been awarded a $1.27 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to continue its program
Read MoreBFAIR Launches 2024 Heart of BFAIR Campaign
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR launched the 2024 Heart of BFAIR Campaign on Dec. 3, Giving Tuesday. With a focus on
Read MoreBerkshire Medical Center Recognized for Treatment of Hip Fractures
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Health Systems announced that Berkshire Medical Cente (BMC), in partnership with Berkshire Orthopaedic Associates, achieved a 5-star
Read MoreWillie Ross School for the Deaf Announces Michael Kelley as New Trustee
LONGMEADOW — Willie Ross School for the Deaf (WRSD) announced that Michael Kelley has joined the school’s board of trustees.
Read MoreBerkshire Health Systems Partners with CDCSB to Improve Housing Availability
GREAT BARRINGTON — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) and the Community Development Corp. of Southern Berkshire (CDCSB) are partnering to support
Read MoreWinter Farmers Market Launches at Holyoke YMCA
HOLYOKE — The Farmers Market announced the launch of its Winter Farmers Market at the Holyoke YMCA, providing the community
Read MoreBaystate Wing Emergency Department Recognizes Pathfinder Tech Students for Mural
PALMER — A new mural greets pediatric patients and their families in the Emergency Department (ED) at Baystate Wing Hospital.
Read MoreM.L. Schmitt Raises More Than $39,300 with Charity Golf Tournament
SPRINGFIELD — M.L. Schmitt Inc. hosted a charity golf tournament at Springfield Country Club on Sept. 30 to raise funds
Read MoreMayflower Marathon Raises More Than $236,000 for Open Pantry
SPRINGFIELD — Last week, for the 31st consecutive year, Rock 102 hosted its Mayflower Marathon food drive to benefit Open
Read MoreBehavioral Health Network Expands Services in Greenfield
GREENFIELD — Behavioral Health Network Inc. (BHN) announced the expansion of its program offerings in Greenfield with the addition of
Read MoreEversource Offers Holiday Energy-efficiency Tips
SPRINGFIELD — With the holiday season upon us, neighborhoods are starting to twinkle with festive light displays inside and out.
Read MoreDifference Makers Nominations Now Being Accepted
SPRINGFIELD — Do you know someone who is truly making a difference in the Western Mass. region? BusinessWest invites you
Read MoreFollow These Tips to Ensure a Healthy Holiday Season for Pets
NORTH BROOKFIELD — As the winter holidays approach, Second Chance Animal Services is reminding pet owners to keep their pets’
Read MoreCountry Bank Supports Wonderfund with $10,000 Donation
WARE — Country Bank has partnered with the Wonderfund of Massachusetts with a $10,000 donation. This collaboration will make a
Read MoreState Receives $490,000 in Funding to Support Family Caregivers
BOSTON — While recognizing November as Family Caregiver Month, the Healey-Driscoll administration recently announced that Massachusetts is set to receive
Read MoreDakin Humane Society Welcomes Acts of Kindness on Giving Tuesday, Dec. 3
SPRINGFIELD — Tuesday, Dec. 3 is Giving Tuesday, described as “a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and
Read MoreBaystate Health’s Mobile Blood Donation Team Coming to Palmer on Dec. 11
PALMER — The community is invited to begin the holiday season by giving the gift of life by donating blood
Read MoreBerkshire Medical Center Receives Prestigious Baby-Friendly Designation
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Medical Center (BMC) announced that it has achieved the prestigious international Baby-Friendly designation after a rigorous review
Read MoreTrinity Health Of New England Medical Group Receives Blood-pressure Recognition
SPRINGFIELD — Seventeen Trinity Health Of New England Medical Group internal-medicine and primary-care practices have been recognized by the American
Read MoreEastern States Exposition Donates Food From 4-H Beef Sale to Local Food Pantries
WEST SPRINGFIELD — A team of employees from Eastern States Exposition (ESE), headed by ESE President and CEO Gene Cassidy,
Read MoreBFAIR CEO Rich Weisenflue Announces Retirement in March 2025
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR announced that Rich Weisenflue, its long-serving CEO, will retire effective March 27, 2025. His departure marks
Read MoreMonson Savings Bank Donates $2,250 to Shriners Children’s New England
MONSON — Monson Savings Bank is devoted to helping those in need, especially when it comes to helping younger generations.
Read MoreFifteenth Annual March for the Food Bank Kicks Off Nov. 25
CHICOPEE — Fifteen years ago, Monte Belmonte pushed an empty shopping cart from Northampton to Greenfield, hoping to raise $5,000
Read MoreThree Baystate Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health’s three community hospitals — Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Noble Hospital, and Baystate Wing Hospital —
Read MoreRock 102 to Host Annual Mayflower Marathon to Benefit Open Pantry
SPRINGFIELD — For the 31st consecutive year, Rock 102 is hosting its annual Mayflower Marathon food drive to benefit Springfield’s
Read MoreMartin Luther King Jr. Family Services Announces Holiday Tree Jubilee
SPRINGFIELD — Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services (MLKFS), in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (DYS), the
Read MoreTime Is Running Out to Purchase Tickets for 2024 Women of Impact Gala
SPRINGFIELD — The deadline to purchase tickets to BusinessWest’s seventh annual Women of Impact award gala is Monday, Nov. 25.
Read MoreMiraVista to Recognize Suicide Loss Day on Nov. 23
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center will illuminate its façade in teal and blue on Saturday, Nov. 23 in recognition
Read MoreRocky’s Ace Hardware Invites Customers to ‘Round Up for Kids’ Through December
SPRINGFIELD — Rocky’s Ace Hardware is kicking off the season of giving with its “Round Up for Kids” fundraiser. Throughout
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