Massachusetts Senate Passes Landmark Child Welfare Bill
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed legislation that safeguards the well-being of children, particularly those in state care and
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12th Annual Hot Rods for Heroes Benefit Car Show Returns to Russell on June 27
RUSSELL — The American Legion Blandford Post 356 will host the 12th annual Hot Rods for Heroes Benefit Car Show
Read MoreBlue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation Issues RFP for Grant Opportunity
BOSTON — The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Foundation announced a request for proposals (RFP) for the OB3 Impacts Defense
Read MoreThe Reese Fund to Host Day of Compassion on June 24
SPRINGFIELD — On Wednesday, June 24 the public is invited to come together, online and in person, for a powerful, 24‑hour
Read MoreMiraVista to Host Eat & Greet Nurse Hiring Event on June 17
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center will host an Eat & Greet Nurse Hiring Event on Wednesday, June 17 from 3:30
Read MoreMBK Hosts Law Enforcement Torch Run Final Leg for Special Olympics
HOLYOKE — On June 3, Meyers Brothers Kalicka P.C. (MBK) hosted its second annual rally for the final leg of the
Read MorePig Roast to Benefit Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation to Take Place Sept. 12
WESTHAMPTON — Families, friends, and supporters from across the region are invited to attend the 2026 Pig Roast benefiting the
Read MoreSquare One CEO Issues Statement on End to Union Strike
SPRINGFIELD — Following a labor strike that began on June 2, Square One leadership announced that an agreement has been
Read More‘Building & Sustaining Livable Communities’ Event Slated for June 29
HOLYOKE — OneHolyoke CDC will host its second annual “Building & Sustaining Livable Communities” event, featuring a keynote address by
Read MoreBusinessWest to Celebrate 40 Under Forty, Announce AAA Winner Tonight
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest will celebrate its 20th annual 40 Under Forty program tonight, June 11, with a sold-out gala at
Read MoreBaystate Health Shares Expert Tips for Staying Cool, Safe During Extreme Heat
SPRINGFIELD — The heat can be deadly, so on the hottest days, experts recommend being careful if you plan to
Read MoreHot Dogs for Hot Jobs Job Fair Slated for June 12
HOLYOKE — MassHire Holyoke Career Center will host the 18th annual Hot Dogs for Hot Jobs Job Fair on Friday,
Read MoreWe Are Autism Launches Free Parent Education & Empowerment Program
SPRINGFIELD — We Are Autism, a nonprofit organization supporting parents and caregivers of children on the autism spectrum, is launching
Read MoreFairview Hospital Family Birthplace Receives PNQIN Clinical Team Award
GREAT BARRINGTON — The Perinatal-Neonatal Quality Improvement Network (PNQIN) has recognized the Fairview Hospital Family Birthplace with a 2026 PNQIN
Read MoreShatz, Schwartz and Fentin Attorneys Warn of Risks of Forgotten Digital Assets
SPRINGFIELD — As more of life moves online, attorneys are seeing a growing number of families struggle to access loved
Read MoreTwo Trinity Health Wound Care Centers Complete Master Caster Program
HARTFORD, Conn. — Trinity Health Of New England announced that the Center for Advanced Wound Healing at Saint Francis Hospital
Read MoreBerkshire Bounty’s Spring Campaign Addresses Pressing Community Needs
GREAT BARRINGTON — Berkshire Bounty, a 501(c)(3) food access organization, will conduct a crowdfunding campaign on June 9-15 to raise
Read MoreSquare One CEO Issues Statement on Union Negotiations
SPRINGFIELD — As Square One leaders continue to negotiate with the union representing the nonprofit agency’s teachers, drivers, and food
Read MoreFarmers’ Market to Reopen at Holyoke Medical Center on Wednesdays
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) announced the reopening of the HMC Holyoke Farmers’ Market at the hospital. The HMC
Read MoreHCS Head Start Celebrates Team Members, Volunteers, Leaders
SPRINGFIELD — Holyoke, Chicopee, Springfield (HCS) Head Start recently gathered team members from across the organization for a Professional Development
Read MoreDr. Ryan Schwarz Named Medicaid Director, Assistant Secretary for MassHealth
BOSTON — Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. Kiame Mahaniah announced that he is appointing Dr. Ryan Schwarz as Massachusetts’ Medicaid
Read MoreGCC, Hilltown Youth Recovery Theater to Host ‘Unplugged & Connected’ on June 5
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Community College (GCC), in collaboration with the Hilltown Youth Recovery Theater, announced “Unplugged & Connected: A Youth-led
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center to Host Nurse Appreciation Concert on June 19
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) will host Nurses Rock ’26, a free appreciation concert for all nurses, regardless of
Read MoreUnited Way of Pioneer Valley Seeks Community Input on Programs, Priorities
SPRINGFIELD — United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) announced the launch of a community survey designed to gather public input
Read MoreWestern Massachusetts Elder Care Conference Taking Place Today
HOLYOKE — More than three decades after its founding, the 34th annual Western Massachusetts Elder Care Conference will bring together
Read MoreSponsors, Auction Donations Needed for Feed the Kids Charity Golf Tournament
SPRINGFIELD — Feed the Kids is seeking sponsors, silent auction donations, and community support for its ninth annual Feed the
Read MoreUnited Way of Pioneer Valley, White Lion Partner to Launch United Brew
SPRINGFIELD — United Way of Pioneer Valley (UWPV) and White Lion Brewing Co. announced a new community partnership with the
Read MoreFairview Hospital Recognized by Women’s Choice Award
GREAT BARRINGTON — Fairview Hospital has been recognized as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience and a
Read MoreGlenmeadow Announces Appointment of Scott Taylor as Chief Financial Officer
LONGMEADOW — Glenmeadow, a nonprofit senior living organization, announced the appointment of Scott Taylor as chief financial officer. Taylor has
Read MoreSpringfield Thunderbirds Raise $28,000 for Rays of Hope
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Thunderbirds and the T-Birds Foundation announced a donation of $28,000 to Rays of Hope as a
Read MoreAdvance Psychotherapy Practice Opens Expanded Longmeadow Location
LONGMEADOW — Advance Psychotherapy Practice announced the opening of its new expanded office in Longmeadow, located at 171 Dwight Road,
Read MoreRick’s Place Receives $10,000 Grant to Bolster Grief Support Programs
WILBRAHAM — Rick’s Place announced it has received a $10,000 grant from the Alternatives for Youth Foundation (AYF) to support
Read MoreNew Report Ranks Massachusetts Sixth in Senior Health
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The United Health Foundation recently released its 14th edition of the America’s Health Rankings Senior Report,
Read MoreBHN to Host Community Celebration for Mental Health Awareness on June 13
SPRINGFIELD — In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, community members are invited to a free, family‑friendly Community Celebration on
Read MoreSpringfield Regional Chamber to Host 2026 Spotlight, Annual Meeting on June 10
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Regional Chamber will host its 2026 Springfield Regional Chamber Spotlight and Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June
Read MoreT-Birds, Hampden County Sheriff’s Office Present $5,000 Donation to YWCA
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Thunderbirds, in partnership with the Hampden County Sheriff’s Office, recently presented a donation of $5,000 to the
Read MoreUCP of Western Massachusetts Announces June Free for All Community Resource Event
WEST SPRINGFIELD — UCP of Western Massachusetts announced its upcoming June Free for All, a community event designed to connect
Read MoreGreenfield Cooperative Bank to Host Networking for Good to Support Cooley Dickinson
GREENFIELD — Greenfield Cooperative Bank (GCB) announced its upcoming Networking for Good event benefiting Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH), a member
Read MoreRyse Dance Fitness Studio Opening in East Longmeadow
EAST LONGMEADOW — Ryse Dance Fitness, a new dance and fitness studio founded by lifelong dancer and instructor Lyndsay Rysedorph,
Read MoreSquare One Assures Consistency in Childcare Despite Looming Strike
SPRINGFIELD — As Square One unionized staff prepare for a potential strike, leaders of the region’s oldest and largest provider
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