BFAIR, 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.
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Food 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 MoreBFAIR to Hold Annual Meeting on May 6
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, May 6 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Berkshire
Read MoreHCC to Host ASL Pickleball Tournament on April 4
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) will host its second annual American Sign Language pickleball tournament on Saturday, April 4.
Read MoreKeya Hicks to Celebrate Grand Opening of Mindful Necessities Herbal Wellness
SPRINGFIELD — Mindful Necessities, a new sanctuary for herbal wellness, mindfulness, and natural living, announced its grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration
Read MoreUMass Medical Students Advocate for Health, Justice Reform
BOSTON — Thirteen medical students from the Population-based Urban & Rural Health (PURCH) program at UMass Chan Medical School –
Read MoreCampaign Aims to Fund New Assisted Listening Device System at Academy of Music
NORTHAMPTON — The Academy of Music Theatre is launching an April campaign to raise funds for the purchase and installation
Read MoreJoanne Ollson Joins ServiceNet as Human Resources Chief
NORTHAMPTON — Joanne Ollson has joined ServiceNet’s senior leadership team as chief Human Resources officer. Bringing more than 30 years
Read MoreBaystate Health Gastroenterologist Delivers First-ever ERCP Training in Ghana
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that gastroenterologist Dr. Kais Zakharia recently completed a landmark medical mission to Ghana, where he
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 MoreFree Lunch & Learn Workshop to Tackle Topic of Preparing for the Future as We Age
EASTHAMPTON — The Easthampton Council on Aging (ECOA), in partnership with the Cooley Dickinson Hospital Pioneer Valley Memory Care Initiative
Read MoreGCAi, New England Corporate Videos to Debut Difference Makers Films at April 7 Gala
SPRINGFIELD — Garvey Communication Associates Inc. (GCAi), through its video production subsidiary New England Corporate Videos (NECV), will debut its
Read MoreAIC Partners with Western Mass Youth Sports to Host Athletics Programming
SPRINGFIELD — American International College (AIC) Athletics announced a landmark partnership with Western Mass Youth Sports, designating AIC as the
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) announced the certification of its Pulmonary Rehabilitation program by the American Assoc. of Cardiovascular
Read MoreTapestry Health to Host 2026 Gala on April 10
SPRINGFIELD — Tapestry Health announced that its annual fundraising gala will take place on Friday, April 10 from 5:30 to
Read MoreWestfield Bank Donates $10,000 to Rachel’s Table’s Outrun Hunger 5K
WESTFIELD — Westfield Bank announced a $10,000 donation to Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts in support of the organization’s Outrun
Read MoreProgress Report Details Year Two of Early Education and Child Care Task Force
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration recently released its year two progress report, as well as a year three outlook, from
Read MoreGlobal Survey Reveals Clean Restrooms Essential to Winning Repeat Customers
EAST LONGMEADOW — In the post-pandemic world, restroom cleanliness has become a critical part of the customer experience, especially in
Read MoreHCC Giving Day Campaign Surpasses Six-year, $1 Million Goal
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Community College (HCC) Foundation raised more than $131,000 for scholarships and student support programs during its
Read MoreUMass 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
Read MoreVOC 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
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