UMass Medical Students to Advocate for Health, Justice Reform
BOSTON — On Wednesday, March 25 from noon to 3 p.m., 25 medical students from the Population-based Urban & Rural
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VOC Seeks Senior Volunteers for Growing Senior Companion Program
CHICOPEE — Valley Opportunity Council’s (VOC) Senior Companion Program (SCP) is seeking new volunteers to serve in Chicopee, Holyoke, and
Read MoreHampshire County Housing Conversation Slated for March 25
AMHERST — Hampshire County faces urgent housing challenges — and meaningful opportunities. Hampshire County residents, leaders, and business owners are
Read MoreThree Baystate Health Leaders Recognized Nationally by Becker’s Healthcare
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that three senior leaders have been nationally recognized by Becker’s Healthcare for their leadership in
Read MoreAccess Care Partners Launches Campaign to Support Older Adults Facing Hunger, Isolation
HOLYOKE — Access Care Partners (formerly WestMass ElderCare) recently launched Feed the Need, a community-driven campaign to address the urgent
Read MoreTickets Still Available for 2026 Difference Makers Gala
SPRINGFIELD — Tickets are still available for the 18th annual Difference Makers awards gala, hosted by BusinessWest. The event will
Read MoreAI Usage Among Doctors Doubles as Confidence in Technology Grows
CHICAGO — New research from the American Medical Assoc. Center for Digital Health and AI shows that physicians’ adoption of
Read MoreUMass Amherst to Host Nursing and Engineering Innovation Symposium on April 8
AMHERST — Researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders will gather at UMass Amherst on Wednesday, April 8 for the 2026 Nursing
Read MoreWestfield State University to Host Healthcare Simulation, Poverty Exercise on April 7
WESTFIELD — On Tuesday, April 7, Westfield State University will hold two events to offer students an inside look at
Read MoreShriners Children’s New England Welcomes New Pediatric Hand Surgeon
SPRINGFIELD — Shriners Children’s New England is expanding access to specialized pediatric care with the addition of Dr. Vinay Rao,
Read MoreThree Baystate Health Hospitals Achieve Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Noble Hospital, and Baystate Wing Hospital have achieved the
Read MoreNominations Now Open for Alumni Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is accepting nominations for its 12th annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award. Nominations are due by
Read MoreCancer Connection to Launch New Springfield Location This Spring
NORTHAMPTON — Cancer Connection announced it will open a new location in Springfield this spring, providing supports for people with
Read MoreJacob’s Journey Pageant to Benefit Families Affected by SUDC
WESTFIELD — Local families, community members, and supporters are invited to attend the 2026 Jacob’s Journey Pageant on Saturday, May
Read MoreFree Ride Day at Berkshire Carousel to Celebrate Inclusion on April 25
PITTSFIELD — The Assistive Technology Department of UCP of Western Massachusetts invites the community to celebrate accessibility, inclusion, and innovation
Read MoreBFAIR Names Theresa Denette Interim Chief Operating Officer
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR announced the appointment of Theresa Denette as interim chief operating officer. A dedicated leader with more
Read MoreBulkley Richardson Supports Baystate Children’s Hospital Facility Dog Program
SPRINGFIELD — From her tail wags to the instant smiles she inspires, Isabela, Baystate Children’s Hospital’s first-ever facility dog, earns
Read MoreAllied Flooring Holiday Donation Drive Generates $3,616 for Jenna’s Blessing Bags
AGAWAM — Allied Flooring, Paint and Design announced a donation of $3,615.97 to Jenna’s Blessing Bags, made possible through the
Read MorePeace and Wellness Series to Address Financial Well-being for Older Adults
LONGMEADOW — A conversation about navigating the financial side of caring for an older adult will be held on Tuesday,
Read MoreDakin Humane Society Names Molly Biechele Director of Development and Marketing
SPRINGFIELD — Dakin Humane Society named Molly Biechele director of Development and Marketing. Biechele joined Dakin in 2017 as an
Read MoreThree County Fair Food Drive Set for April 11
NORTHAMPTON — The Hampshire, Franklin & Hampden Agricultural Society, the nonprofit organization that manages the Three County Fair and fairgrounds,
Read MoreBay Path to Host Trauma-Informed Practice in ABA Conference on April 10
LONGMEADOW — Bay Path University’s graduate program in applied behavior analysis (ABA) is set to host the fourth annual Trauma-Informed
Read MorePediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation to Host Quarter Auction Fundraiser on April 12
HOLYOKE — The Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation (PHF) will host a quarter auction fundraiser on Sunday, April 12 at 1 p.m.
Read MoreSecond Chance Animal Services Seeks Foster Homes for Cats, Kittens
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services is urgently seeking foster families to care for cats and kittens in need.
Read MoreAusten Riggs Center Selects Dr. Oscar Hills as Next Medical Director, CEO
STOCKBRIDGE — The board of trustees of the Austen Riggs Center, a longer-term psychiatric residential treatment center, has selected Dr.
Read MoreEast Longmeadow Entrepreneur Erin Rosario Launches Ryse 361
EAST LONGMEADOW — A new leadership development initiative designed to support student-athletes in sports and in life has launched nationally
Read MoreState Awards Nearly $5 Million to Protect Nonprofits from Hate Crimes
BRAINTREE — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced that 167 nonprofits across Massachusetts have been awarded $4,965,000 in grants to improve security
Read MoreEasthampton Wellness to Host Inaugural Event on March 13
EASTHAMPTON — Easthampton Wellness will kick off its inaugural event on Friday, March 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Read MoreLoomis Communities, Stone Soul Inc. to Honor Six Women Leaders on March 19
SPRINGFIELD — The Loomis Communities will host a Women’s History Month celebration in partnership with Stone Soul Inc., where six
Read MorePolish National Credit Union Hosts Collection Drive for Alianza at Front Street Branch
CHICOPEE — Polish National Credit Union (PNCU) is hosting a community collection drive in support of Alianza, a nonprofit organization
Read More$245,000 Grant Enables HCC Child Watch Center to Add Evening Hours
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) has been awarded a $245,000 grant from the Irene E. and George A. Davis
Read MoreNew Survey Underscores Need to Rebuild Trust in Evidence-based Health Information
CHICAGO — New survey findings from the Annenberg Public Policy Center highlight a widening trust gap in the nation’s health
Read MoreNBA’s Leah Wilcox Wins 2026 John W. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced the recipient of the 2026 John W. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award:
Read MoreEasthampton to Provide Free Smoke, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton Fire Department will partner with the Easthampton Council on Aging & Enrichment this year to install
Read MoreState Budget Provides $100,000 Through LifePath for Local Village Organizations
GREENFIELD — Following successful legislative advocacy by state Sens. Jo Comerford and John Velis, an earmark in Gov. Maura Healey’s FY
Read MoreNominations Now Open for Alumni Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is accepting nominations for its 12th annual 40 Under Forty Alumni Achievement Award. Nominations are due by
Read MoreBFAIR Promotes Safety, Prevention During Brain Injury Awareness Month
NORTH ADAMS — March is recognized nationwide as Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of brain
Read MoreERC5 Senior Alliance Team Announces Presentation at Pleasant View Senior Center
EAST LONGMEADOW — The East of the River Five Town Chamber of Commerce (ERC5) Senior Alliance Team announced an informative
Read MoreGrow Food Northampton’s Annual Seed Share Offers Free Seeds, Growing Workshops
NORTHAMPTON — On Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Grow Food Northampton (GFN) will host its annual
Read MoreHCC to Host Health Careers Open House on March 26
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) will host an open house at its Center for Health Education & Simulation on
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