State Awards $4.3 Million to Strengthen Family Childcare Programs
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced $4.3 million in grants to 225 family childcare programs across Massachusetts through the second
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Stone Soup Café to Celebrate 21st Annual Harvest Supper
GREENFIELD — Stone Soup Café invites neighbors from across Franklin County and beyond to its 21st annual Harvest Supper on
Read MoreU.S. Sens. Markey, Warren to Address Cost of Living at HCC Town Hall Forum
HOLYOKE — U.S. Sens. Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren will hold a town hall meeting Saturday, Aug. 15 at Holyoke
Read MoreCutchins Expands Neurodiversity Services with Acquisition of Fields Center
NORTHAMPTON — Cutchins Programs for Children & Families announced the acquisition of the Fields Center, a community-based program serving neurodiverse
Read MoreRiley Home Realty Raises $15,000 for Lorraine’s Soup Kitchen & Pantry
CHICOPEE — A recent community fundraiser hosted by Kate and Nick Riley of Riley Home Realty raised more than $15,000
Read MoreNorth Adams Lions Club, NBSWMD Place Eyeglass Recycling Boxes at Transfer Stations
NORTH ADAMS — The North Adams Lions Club, Lions Club District 33-Y, and the Northern Berkshire Solid Waste Management District
Read MoreHMC Expands Oncology & Hematology Services
HOLYOKE – Holyoke Medical Center is expanding its Oncology & Hematology services to provide greater access to high quality, compassionate
Read MorePediatricians Applaud HHS Ruling
ATLANTA — The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) applauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers
Read MoreBerkshire Climate Career Lab Opens Pathways to Climate Careers
NORTH ADAMS — As communities across the Berkshires invest in clean energy and resilient infrastructure to prepare for a changing
Read MoreLiberty Bank Foundation Supports Square One
SPRINGFIELD —The Liberty Bank Foundation recently doubled its support for Square One’s workforce development initiatives, presenting a check for $20,000.
Read MoreRick’s Place Golf Classic Slated
WILBRAHAM — Twenty-five years after Sept. 11, 2001, the impact of death loss continues to be felt by families and
Read MoreLegacy Lifecare VNA & Hospice West Receives Hospice CAHPS Honors Award
LONGMEADOW — Legacy Lifecare VNA & Hospice West has received the prestigious Hospice Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems
Read MoreAdvance Psychotherapy Practice Announces Virtual Grief and Loss Group
LONGMEADOW — Advance Psychotherapy Practice (APP) announced the upcoming launch of its Grief and Loss Group, a 12-week, virtual group
Read MoreStavros Center Welcomes Donna Decoteau, Christina Gay to Board of Directors
AMHERST — Stavros Center for Independent Living announced that Donna Decoteau and Christina Gay have joined its board of directors.
Read MoreState Awards $5.9 Million to Train, Hire 951 Workers Statewide
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced $5.9 million in workforce development grant funding for 12 initiatives across Massachusetts, representing partnerships
Read MoreGlenmeadow Announces 2026 Age of Excellence Award Honorees
LONGMEADOW — Glenmeadow announced the recipients of the 2026 Age of Excellence Awards: Celebrating Success over 60. These are individuals
Read MoreNominations Open for 2026 Women of Impact
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is now accepting nominations for the ninth annual Women of Impact awards. In 2018, BusinessWest created the
Read MoreAlianza Launches Cider Donut Dash to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
HOLYOKE — On any given day in Massachusetts, 73% of requests for emergency shelter from domestic violence survivors go unmet
Read MoreCaring Health Center Welcomes Shawn Lewinson as Chief Human Resources Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Caring Health Center announced the appointment of Shawn Lewinson as its new chief Human Resources officer, effective immediately.
Read MoreUMassFive Members, Staff Donate More Than 1,000 Personal Care Items
HADLEY — UMassFive College Federal Credit Union recently completed its annual personal care items drive, collecting essential hygiene products throughout
Read MoreBerkshire South Regional Community Center to Receive $1,015,000 Earmark
GREAT BARRINGTON — U.S. Rep. Richard Neal joined Jenise Lucey, executive director of the Berkshire South Regional Community Center, the
Read MoreSecond Chance Community Pet Vaccine Clinic Slated for Sept. 11 in Chicopee
CHICOPEE — Pet owners in Chicopee and surrounding communities can now register for a low-cost Community Vaccine Clinic for cats
Read MoreWhat Families Fight About Most After a Death — and How to Prevent It
SPRINGFIELD — The attorneys at Shatz, Schwartz and Fentin, P.C. say some of the most painful family disputes following a
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report Names Baystate Medical Center Among Best Hospitals
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Medical Center has been named by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026-2027 Best Hospital. Baystate
Read MoreAge & Dementia Friendly Wilbraham to Host Wine-tasting Fundraiser on Nov. 6
WILBRAHAM — Age & Dementia Friendly Wilbraham is inviting the community to an evening of connection, remembrance, and support. “A
Read MoreMercy Medical Center Recognized for Colon Cancer, Lung Cancer Surgery
SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Medical Center has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing hospital for
Read MoreMonson Savings Bank Supports Salvation Army Housing Assistance Program
MONSON — Monson Savings Bank has donated $10,000 to the Salvation Army’s Ware/Monson Area Housing Assistance Program. This contribution will
Read MoreCancer Connection Begins Bilingual Services at New Springfield Location
SPRINGFIELD — Cancer Connection’s new Springfield location is opening in August, and the organization welcomes Ashley Colon as its new
Read MoreRachel’s Table Partners with PV Financial Group in Growing Gardens Program
SPRINGFIELD — PV Financial Group joined Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts’ Growing Gardens sponsorship program as a Seed Sustainer, offering
Read MorePickleball Tournament on Sept. 26 to Benefit Berkshire Bounty
GREAT BARRINGTON — The third annual Fun(D)raising Pickleball Tournament for the benefit of Berkshire Bounty will take place, rain or
Read MoreBerkshire Health Systems Hospitals Receive High Marks from CMS
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) reported that all three of its hospitals have earned high marks from the Centers
Read MoreRocky’s Ace Hardware Fundraiser Supports Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
SPRINGFIELD — A five-gallon bucket can hold a lot of hardware. Next week, it can also help fill a much
Read MoreHampden County Sheriff’s Posse Donates $50,000 to YWCA of Western Massachusetts
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The Hampden County Sheriff’s Posse, an organization created a year ago to support domestic violence awareness and
Read MoreCity Tire Launches August, September Fundraiser for America’s VetDogs
SPRINGFIELD — City Tire is making it easier for drivers to maintain their vehicles while supporting a cause that is
Read MoreMiddlefield Senior Center to Receive $750,000 Earmark for Renovations
MIDDLEFIELD — U.S. Sen. Richard Neal joined Middlefield Town Administrator Evan Kenney, Select Board Chair Ann Marie Visconti, Select Board
Read MoreMonson Savings Bank Donates $1,000 to Miracle League of Western Massachusetts
MONSON — Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to supporting organizations that strengthen local communities, Monson Savings Bank recently donated $1,000 to
Read MorePublic Health Institute Welcomes Kat Kowalski, Shirley Rodríguez to Team
SPRINGFIELD — The Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts (PHIWM) recently welcomed two new team members, Data Coordinator Kat Kowalski
Read MoreMassachusetts Life Sciences Center Continues Investment in Life Sciences at AIC
SPRINGFIELD — Students at American International College (AIC) will have expanded opportunities for hands-on learning, skill development, and career preparation
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club Launches Teen Center Expansion, Capital Campaign
WESTFIELD — The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield announced the launch of its Teen Center: Next Chapter capital
Read MoreBaystate Health Oncologist Named Fellow of American Society of Clinical Oncology
SPRINGFIELD — Dr. Rawad Elias, vice president and medical director of Cancer Services at Baystate Health, has been named a
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