Sen. Velis Sounds Alarm over Proposed DMH Budget Cuts
BOSTON — With more than $80 million proposed to be stripped from mental-health programs by Gov. Maura Healey’s FY 2026
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Rachel’s Table to Hold Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for New Refrigerated Truck
SPRINGFIELD — Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of its new 16-foot
Read MoreSTCC Welcomes More Than 50 Employers, Schools to College and Career Fair
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) welcomed job seekers, students, alumni, and community members to the Glorious Jobs Galore
Read MoreSTCC to Offer Free Dental Care at Seventh Annual Community Dental Day
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) Dental Sciences Department, in partnership with the Massachusetts Dental Society Foundation and
Read MoreWellpoint Honors Springfield Police Officer Nestor Santos as Hometown Hero
SPRINGFIELD — Wellpoint, a health-benefits company in Massachusetts, recognized Officer Nestor Santos of the Springfield Police Department as an honoree
Read MoreNew Regulations Aim to Improve Post-secondary Opportunities for Students with Disabilities
BOSTON — The Board of Higher Education (BHE) unanimously approved the Healey-Driscoll administration’s proposed state regulations aimed at improving inclusive
Read MoreLifePath Awards Funding to 11 Community-based Organizations
GREENFIELD — LifePath, the area agency on aging and aging-services access point for Franklin County and the North Quabbin region,
Read MoreLocal Huntington’s Disease Society of America Chapter to Host Golf for a Cure on May 12
NEWBURYPORT — The Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s (HDSA) Massachusetts & Rhode Island Chapter will host Golf for a Cure
Read MoreHolyoke Rotary Club to Present Eat, Drink, & Be Holyoke on May 1
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Rotary Club announced that Eat, Drink, & Be Holyoke, its premier tasting fundraiser and silent auction,
Read MoreLocal Head Start Leader Elected to New England Board of Directors
SPRINGFIELD — Nicole Blais, CEO of Holyoke, Chicopee, Springfield Head Start Inc. (HCS Head Start), was recently elected to the
Read MoreDulye & Co. President Initiates Community Partnership to Stop Youth Drowning
PITTSFIELD — In response to a troubling rise in youth drownings in Berkshire County, a coalition of local partners has
Read MoreThree County Fair Food Drive Set for April 19
NORTHAMPTON — The Hampshire, Franklin & Hampden Agricultural Society, the nonprofit organization that manages the Three County Fair and fairgrounds,
Read MoreBerkshire Health Systems Names Brenda Cadorette Chief Nursing Executive
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) announced the appointment of Brenda Cadorette as chief Nursing executive, overseeing nursing across Berkshire
Read MoreSarah Peterson Appointed Commissioner of Department of Developmental Services
BOSTON — Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh announced that Sarah Peterson has been appointed commissioner of the
Read MoreLoomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing to Host Annual Egg Hunt on April 19
SPRINGFIELD — Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing, a member of the Loomis Communities, will host a free Easter egg hunt,
Read MoreBaystate Health Announces Melonie Jackson as New Chief People Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that Melonie Jackson has joined the organization as chief people officer (CPO), effective March 31.
Read MoreViability’s Cathy Tranfaglia Honored with 2025 Light of Dawnn Award
SPRINGFIELD — Viability Inc. announced that Cathy Tranfaglia, program director of Community Integration Services, has been selected as a recipient
Read MoreSpringfield JCC Launches Fitness Challenge to Bring Member Community Together
SPRINGFIELD — At Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC), members are coming together for a fun fitness challenge to exercise their
Read MoreNorth Adams Regional Hospital Receives MassEcon Impact Award
NORTH ADAMS — MassEcon, the state’s private-sector partner in promoting business growth in Massachusetts, has honored North Adams Regional Hospital
Read MoreRiver Valley Counseling Center Receives Proceeds from Valley Players’ February Production
HOLYOKE — River Valley Counseling Center recently received a donation of $1,239.50 from the Valley Players’ February production, Love Letters.
Read MoreHolyoke Mall to Host In-person Community Job Fair on April 9
HOLYOKE — Job seekers across Western Mass. are headed to Holyoke Mall to advance their careers during the Get Hired
Read MoreFallon Health Announces Applications Open for 2025 Community Impact Grants
WORCESTER — Fallon Health announced the opening of the application period for its Community Impact Grants funding. A total of
Read MorePioneer Valley Conference for Women Set for May 1
SPRINGFIELD — The fourth annual Pioneer Valley Conference for Women will be held in person on Thursday, May 1 from
Read MoreElms College to Host Annual Experiential Learning Showcase on May 2
CHICOPEE — Elms College students will showcase their real-world experiences gained through internships, research, service work, and travel opportunities at
Read MoreNominations Open for Second Annual Age of Excellence Awards
LONGMEADOW — Do you know someone who is redefining what it means to be over 60? Building on the success
Read MoreThe Good Dog Spot Supports Foundation for TJO Animals
CHICOPEE — The Good Dog Spot Inc., a local dog daycare and boarding center, will donate a check and supplies
Read MoreGreenfield Cooperative Bank Supports Stone Soup Café with Food, Hygiene Drive
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank announced a community-wide food and hygiene drive to benefit Stone Soup Café, a resource serving
Read MorePapale Eye Center Now Part of SightMD Massachusetts
SPRINGFIELD — Papale Eye Center recently announced it is now part of SightMD Massachusetts, noting that “this partnership brings together
Read MoreState Offers Grants Totaling $125,000 for Waste-prevention Solutions
BOSTON — On April 15, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) will begin accepting applications for its 2025 Reduce,
Read MoreHolyoke’s Wastewater Treatment Plant Featured in Estuary Magazine
HOLYOKE — As the first planned industrial city in the country, and one-time home to several large paper mills along
Read MoreFairview Hospital Recognized by Chartis as Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
GREAT BARRINGTON — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) announced that Fairview Hospital has been named among the 2025 Top 100 Critical
Read MoreKamp for Kids to Celebrate 50 Years with Golf FUN-raiser on April 10
SPRINGFIELD — Kamp for Kids, a summer day camp for children and young adults with and without disabilities, has planned a
Read MorePVPC Announces 2025 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Update
SPRINGFIELD — This month, the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) began the process of the 2025 update to the regional
Read MoreSister Caritas Cancer Center Earns Radiation Oncology Accreditation
SPRINGFIELD — The Sister Caritas Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in
Read MoreTranshealth Now Accepting New Pediatric Patients
NORTHAMPTON — For the first time since May 2024, Transhealth is accepting new pediatric patients age 17 and under for
Read MoreThe Elusie Gallery Turns Entire 2025 Season into Fundraiser for Tapestry
EASTHAMPTON — At a time when the notion of diversity, equity, and inclusion is being challenged at the highest level
Read MoreAccess Care Partners Joins Meals on Wheels America on End the Wait Campaign
HOLYOKE — Access Care Partners (formerly WestMass ElderCare) is supporting End the Wait, a national campaign led by Meals on
Read MoreHCC Hosting Health Careers Open House Today
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College (HCC) will host an open house at its Center for Health Education & Simulation today,
Read MoreUnited Way of Pioneer Valley to Host Volunteer Fair at Hope for Youth Arts Center
SPRINGFIELD — The United Way of Pioneer Valley will host a Volunteer Fair for all of Hampden County on Thursday, March
Read MoreWestfield State University Launches Paramedic Program to Meet Workforce Needs
WESTFIELD — Westfield State University announced the launch of its new Paramedic Program, beginning in April. Developed in collaboration with
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