Berkshire Bank Employees Volunteer During Xtraordinary Week of Service
SPRINGFIELD — As part of Berkshire Bank’s signature week of community service, 700 employees volunteered with 31 nonprofits to help
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Baystate Health Welcomes CEO of Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
SPRINGFIELD — Dr. Kirk Taylor, president and CEO of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC), and his team recently met
Read MoreAmerican International College Appoints Rob Kearney Director of Athletics
SPRINGFIELD — American International College (AIC) has named Rob Kearney to the position of director of Athletics, effective July 7.
Read MoreLocal Resident Surrenders 52 Cats to Second Chance Animal Services
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services has taken in 52 cats surrendered by a well-intentioned local resident who had
Read MoreMercy Medical Center Expands Access to Cutting-edge Cancer Trials in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Medical Center, through its affiliation with the US Oncology Network, is now conducting community-based clinical trials by
Read MoreMBK Hosts Final Leg of Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
HOLYOKE — On June 4, Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. (MBK) hosted a rally for the final leg of the Law
Read MoreState Marketplace Network Sounds Alarm on Potential Loss of Health Coverage
BOSTON — The congressional reconciliation bill and loss of federal tax credits would result in 16 million Americans losing health
Read MoreBerkshire Health Systems Honors Nine Employees
PITTSFIELD — As part of Employee Appreciation Month in May, Berkshire Health Systems recognized seven employees with annual CARE Awards
Read MoreBay Path University’s Master of Science in Nursing Program Receives Accreditation
LONGMEADOW — Bay Path University announced that its master of science in nursing (MSN) program has received initial five-year accreditation
Read MoreThird Annual WestMASSters Charity Event to Benefit Local Family in Need
WEST SPRINGFIELD — WestMASSters is an afternoon filled with yard games, such as cornhole, ladderball, and more. Teams compete to
Read MoreBoard of Early Education and Care Improves Access to Child Care Financial Assistance
NEEDHAM — The Board of Early Education and Care voted unanimously to improve access to Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA)
Read MoreLiz Whynott Joins RIZE Massachusetts Foundation
BOSTON — RIZE Massachusetts Foundation, a nonprofit foundation solely dedicated to funding and collaborating on solutions to end the overdose
Read MoreAMA Adopts Policy Aimed at Ensuring Transparency in AI Tools Used in Medical Care
CHICAGO — As augmented intelligence tools continue to emerge in medical care, the American Medical Assoc. (AMA) adopted policy during
Read MoreSpringfield Dementia Friendly Coalition Unveils ‘Remember Us’ Quilt in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Dementia Friendly Coalition’s “Remember Us” quilt, unveiled on June 10 at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior
Read MoreBaystate Franklin Medical Center Partners with Pioneer Women’s Health on Support Program
GREENFIELD — Together with Pioneer Women’s Health and the Center for Human Development, Baystate Franklin Medical Center is offering the
Read MoreNourish Wellness Café Expands to Eastworks
EASTHAMPTON — Nourish Wellness Café, known for its 100% organic, plant-forward menu, announced the opening of its second location at
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Awarded Health Care Equity Certification
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) has achieved the Joint Commission’s Health Care Equity Certification for excellence in its efforts
Read MoreHealth New England Shifts Coverage from Humira to Lower-cost Biosimilars
SPRINGFIELD — As part of its continued commitment to making healthcare more affordable and accessible, Health New England is shifting
Read MoreLiberty Bank Marks 200 Years by Donating to Springfield Nonprofit
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Liberty Bank turned 200 on May 4. Founded in 1825, the bank is committed to supporting the
Read MoreWebinar on June 25 to Update Proposed Biomass Plant in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The Pioneer Valley Asthma Coalition has been working for 20 years to support families and decrease asthma rates.
Read MoreSpringfield City Library Collaborates with Tate Communicare to Expand Access
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Library announced a new initiative to make library spaces and services more inclusive for all
Read MoreAMA President Urges Physicians to Turn Anger into Action
CHICAGO — American Medical Assoc. (AMA) President Dr. Bruce Scott recently delivered the final speech of his presidency to the
Read MoreBaystate Health Appoints Clara Guixa Chief Information and Digital Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that Clara Guixa has been appointed chief information and digital officer (CIO) effective June 2.
Read MoreChicopee to Announce Launch of Project Lifesaver
CHICOPEE — A press conference announcing the launch of Project Lifesaver, a new program for Chicopee residents, will take place
Read MoreSquare One Welcomes Peter Morales as Vice President of Operations
SPRINGFIELD — Square One, the region’s oldest and largest nonprofit organization serving children and families, recently welcomed Peter Morales to
Read MoreMiraVista Recognizes National Naloxone Awareness Day
HOLYOKE — For Friday, June 6, National Naloxone Awareness Day, MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is raising awareness of the life-saving
Read MoreJGS Lifecare to Hold 44th Annual Frankel-Kinsler Classic Day of Tournaments on June 16
LONGMEADOW — JGS Lifecare, a healthcare system serving seniors and their families in Western Mass., will host its 44th annual
Read MoreCouncils on Aging to Host Elder Law Programs in June
LENOX — Local seniors and families can learn about elder law issues at events being hosted by area councils on
Read MoreYouth Mental Health Awareness Event Slated for June 6 in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Rise and Thrive, a resident- and youth-led effort to promote mental health awareness and support for Springfield
Read MoreBaystate Medical Center Earns Fifth Consecutive Magnet Recognition for Nursing Excellence
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Medical Center announced it has once again been recognized with Magnet Recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing
Read MoreRotary Honors Robert Bolduc, Awards Grants to Local Nonprofits
SPRINGFIELD — On May 15, the Rotary Club of Springfield held its annual Paul Harris Luncheon to honor individuals and
Read MoreBFAIR Earns Three-year CARF Accreditation
NORTH ADAMS — Berkshire Family & Individual Resources (BFAIR) received a three-year Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) accreditation
Read MoreBaystate Health Mobile Blood Donation Team Coming to Palmer on June 11
PALMER — The community is invited to give the gift of life by donating blood at a Baystate Health blood
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Collecting Cash, Food Donations for Food Bank
SPRINGFIELD — Food insecurity continues to affect families across Western Mass., with inflation driving up the cost of everyday essentials.
Read MoreState Awards $1.5 Million to 30 Municipalities, Organizations to Address Opioid Crisis
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced $1.5 million in matching grants to 30 municipalities and community-based organizations in areas disproportionately
Read MorePoint32Health Names Patrick Gilligan CEO
CANTON — Point32Health, the parent company of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, announced that its board of
Read MoreLeavitt Family Jewish Home to Hold Parkinson’s Support Groups in June and July
LONGMEADOW — Leavitt Family Jewish Home, located on the JGS Lifecare campus and an affiliate of Legacy Lifecare, will hold
Read MoreNew Exhibition Explores Century of Creativity, Growth at Austen Riggs Center
STOCKBRIDGE — For more than 100 years, art has served as a powerful vehicle for self-expression, personal insight, and emotional
Read MoreBerkshire Medical Center Earns ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
PITTSFIELD — Berkshire Medical Center, the community teaching hospital of Berkshire Health Systems, has earned an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
Read MoreStarlight Program Brings Joy of Reading to Children Across Western Mass.
SPRINGFIELD — The spring 2025 Starlight book deliveries wrapped up on May 23 after three weeks of distributing books to
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