Urgent Care of Longmeadow Opens in the Longmeadow Shops
LONGMEADOW — Urgent Care of Longmeadow will open its doors on Tuesday, May 27 in the Longmeadow Shops at 688
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Wilbraham Recognized as Dementia Friendly Community
WILBRAHAM — The town of Wilbraham announced its official certification as a Dementia Friendly Community by Massachusetts Councils on Aging.
Read MoreMonson Savings Bank Supports Salvation Army Housing Assistance Program
MONSON — Monson Savings Bank continued giving back to the communities it serves by donating $5,000 to the Salvation Army’s
Read MoreSen. Adam Gómez Secures Funding for Community Health Initiative in Springfield
BOSTON — State Sen. Adam Gómez announced that an initiative he sponsored during the Senate budget debate aimed at boosting
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Supports ‘Back to Square One’ Capital Campaign
SPRINGFIELD — In keeping with its community-minded approach to business, Freedom Credit Union recently announced its support for Square One’s
Read MoreMicroTek Promotes Ellie Labonte, Luz Fernandez, Erin Miller
CHICOPEE — MicroTek Inc., a nonprofit wire component manufacturer that provides employment support to individuals with disabilities, announced the promotion
Read MoreHampden DA, CrossFit Rift Valley Raise $2,400 for Foundation for TJO Animals
SPRINGFIELD — Through their Reps for Rescue fundraiser in April, Hampden District Attorney Anthony Gulluni and Bree and Sam Wiater,
Read MoreSenate Adopts Amendment to Establish Mental Health Support for Victims of Hate, Bias
BOSTON — The Massachusetts State Senate adopted an amendment put forth by state Sen. John Velis to the FY 2026
Read MoreUnited Way of Pioneer Valley to Host Board Retention, Recruitment Training Workshop
SPRINGFIELD — United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) will host a facilitated workshop focused on board retention, recruitment, and finding
Read MoreDakin Humane Society Awarded $100,000 Grant from Wiederhold Foundation
SPRINGFIELD — Dakin Humane Society has been awarded a grant in the amount of $100,000 from the John T. and
Read MoreWellpoint Receives NCQA Health Equity Accreditation
WOBURN — Wellpoint recently received a full three-year accreditation for health equity from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA),
Read MorebankESB Launches Veterans Drive to Benefit One Call Away Veterans Support Center
EASTHAMPTON — bankESB announced the launch of its Veterans Drive, a community-wide campaign supporting the One Call Away Veterans Support
Read MoreCaring Health Center Celebrates 30 Years of Serving Greater Springfield Community
SPRINGFIELD — Caring Health Center is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the theme “30 Years of Caring and a Lifetime
Read MoreCommunity Action Pioneer Valley’s Head Start Programs Celebrate 60 Years
AMHERST — On May 15, Community Action Pioneer Valley’s (CAPV) Amherst Community Child Care held a graduation for the 14
Read MoreState Awards $6.8 Million to Train, Place 1,112 Workers in Industries Statewide
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration recently announced $6.8 million in workforce development grant funding for 15 initiatives across Massachusetts, representing partnerships
Read MoreBaystate Health to Hold Two Free Virtual Lectures for Stroke Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health will offer a free virtual Stroke Awareness Month lecture series during the month of May. Both
Read MoreSTCC’s Community Dental Day Delivers Relief, Healthier Smiles
SPRINGFIELD — More than 100 people in need of dental care walked through the doors of Springfield Technical Community College
Read MoreRachel’s Table Announces Bountiful Bowls 2025
SPRINGFIELD — Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts announced its biennial signature event, Bountiful Bowls: Growing Community Together, taking place on
Read MoreHolyoke Community College Awarded $500,000 Grant to Train Medical Assistants
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) received a $500,000 state grant to train medical assistants to work in area hospitals.
Read MoreFlorence Bank Awards $150,000 to 40 Area Nonprofits
FLORENCE — More than 100 nonprofit leaders representing 40 organizations across the Pioneer Valley came together on May 13 at
Read MoreZonta Club of Quaboag Valley Awards Service Grants to Local Nonprofits
BELCHERTOWN — Dr. Mary Ann Rubis and Liz Reeves, service committee chairs for the Zonta Club of Quaboag Valley, announced
Read MoreWhip City Animal Sanctuary Seeks Golfers for Fifth Annual Golf Tournament
WESTFIELD — Whip City Animal Sanctuary will host its fifth annual golf tournament fundraiser on Saturday, June 28 at St.
Read MoreCity of Easthampton to Raise Flag on May 20 to Recognize Mental Health Awareness Month
EASTHAMPTON — The city of Easthampton will hold a flag-raising ceremony on Tuesday, May 20 at 11 a.m. at City
Read MoreSecond Chance Capital Campaign Aims to Expand Pet Food Pantry, Meet Soaring Demand
SOUTHBRIDGE — Second Chance Animal Services announced a new capital campaign to expand its pet food pantry in response to
Read MorePetco Love Invests in Dakin Humane Society with $10,000 Grant
SPRINGFIELD — Dakin Humane Society of Springfield received a $10,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of
Read MoreValley Opportunity Council to Cut Ribbon at New Chicopee WIC Location on May 20
CHICOPEE — Valley Opportunity Council (VOC) will host a ribbon-cutting event at its new Chicopee Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Read MorePediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation to Host Quarter Auction on May 18
WESTHAMPTON — The Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation (PHF) of Massachusetts invites the public to a fundraising quarter auction on Sunday, May
Read MoreHarold Grinspoon Scholarships Provide Access to Austen Riggs Center Treatment Program
STOCKBRIDGE — Six months after philanthropist Harold Grinspoon provided a landmark matching gift to create a patient aid fund, that
Read MoreAmerican International College Names Nicolle Cestero Its 13th President
SPRINGFIELD — The American International College (AIC) board of trustees announced that Nicolle Cestero has been unanimously selected as the
Read MoreTwo Baystate Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Franklin Medical Center and Baystate Wing Hospital earned an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group,
Read MoreTrinity Health Of New England Implements Maternal Bracelet Program
HARTFORD, Conn. — Trinity Health Of New England announced the implementation of its maternal bracelet program, a targeted initiative designed
Read MoreBCBSMA Foundation Report Focuses on Tools to Improve Access, Affordability
BOSTON — A new report commissioned by the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) Foundation details the regulatory and
Read MoreAMR Springfield Earns Elite National Accreditation
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield’s leading ambulance provider, American Medical Response (AMR), has earned the prestigious Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services
Read MoreSTCC Receives $137,966 State Grant to Expand CNA Training
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) received a $137,966 grant from the Healey-Driscoll administration to support and expand its
Read MoreMont Marie Rehabilitation to Host Stroke Awareness Program on May 22
HOLYOKE — Mont Marie Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center will hold a stroke awareness program on Thursday, May 22 from noon
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Donations Support Three Local Organizations
SPRINGFIELD — Every month, Freedom Credit Union collects donations for different charities as part of its Month of Giving campaign.
Read MoreSponsors, Auction Items Sought for Feed the Kids Charity Golf Tournament
SPRINGFIELD — Feed the Kids, a local nonprofit focused on fighting childhood hunger, is seeking sponsors and donated auction items
Read MoreMay Is National Aging Life Care Month
LONGMEADOW — New AARP research reveals that caregivers in the U.S. now exceed 53 million, with the number of individuals
Read MoreSecond Chance Awarded Grant from ‘I’m Animal Friendly’ License Plate Funds
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services announced it is a recipient of a 2025 grant from the Massachusetts “I’m
Read MoreDr. James Curtiss Joins Gastroenterology Professional Services
NORTH ADAMS — Berkshire Health Systems announced the appointment of Dr. James Curtiss to Gastroenterology Professional Services, practicing in the
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