May is National Stroke Awareness Month
SPRINGFIELD – There are many messages to be shared as part of National Stroke Awareness Month in May, from signs and
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Chelsea Sunday Kline Named Executive Director at Cancer Connection
NORTHAMPTON — The Board of Directors of Cancer Connection announced that Chelsea Sunday Kline has been named executive director of the nonprofit.
Read MoreFlorence Bank to Celebrate 20th Annual Customers’ Choice Community Grants Program
FLORENCE — For 20 years, Florence Bank has awarded grants of up to $5,000 each to dozens of nonprofits chosen
Read MoreGreater Springfield CVB Names 2022 Howdy Award Finalists
The Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (GSCVB) has announced 50 Finalists, including several in the healthcare sector, for the
Read More$7 million in State Grants Announced for Western Mass. Farms, Food Businesses
Western Massachusetts farms and food businesses are about to receive some much-needed support from the state. The Mass. Food Security
Read MoreEntrepreneurship Program Seeking Volunteers for Summer
HOLYOKE — The Pioneer Valley’s local entrepreneurship program EforAll is actively seeking volunteers to mentor aspiring entrepreneurs as part
Read MoreJack’s Walk Slated for May 14 in Holyoke
Jack’s Walk, a fundraiser to benefit the Jack Jonah Foundation, is slated for May 14 at the Ashley Reservoir in
Read MoreRevitalize CDC, BeHealthy Partnership ACO Team up to Tackle Diabetes
SPRINGFIELD — Revitalize Community Development Corp. and the BeHealthy Partnership Accountable Care Organization are teaming up again, this time to
Read MoreJack’s Walk Slated for May 14 in Holyoke
Jack’s Walk, a fundraiser to benefit the Jack Jonah Foundation, is slated for May 14 at the Ashley Reservoir in
Read MoreMCLA to Hold Science and Robotics Camp for Grades 4-7
NORTH ADAMS — MCLA’s summer Science and Robotics Camp is back this year from July 25-29, with hands-on STEM
Read MoreShriners Moving to Outpatient Model
SPRINGFIELD — Shriners Hospital for Children in Springfield is transitioning to an outpatient model of care that officials say is
Read MoreProgram to Match Mental Health Patients to Psychotherapists’ Strengths Funded for Large-Scale Implementation
AMHERST — A University of Massachusetts Amherst psychologist has received a $4.6 million funding award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)
Read MoreNational Donate Life Month in April Brings Attention to the Need for More Organ Donors
SPRINGFIELD — Last year there were more than 41,000 transplants in the United States from 20,300 donors who brought renewed life to
Read MoreBaystate President: ‘COVID Running out of Targets’
SPRINGFIELD — While acknowledging that COVID cases are rising across the region, Baystate Health President and CEO Dr. Mark Keroack
Read MorePeter Pan Bus Lines Lifts Mask Mandates
SPRINGFIELD — Chris Crean, vice president of Safety & Security at Peter Pan Bus Lines, announced that the company will
Read MoreHCC Opens Registration for Summer and Fall
HOLYOKE — Registration is now open for summer and fall classes at Holyoke Community College. Summer classes at HCC begin
Read MoreLegislators Oppose Closing of VA Hospital
Nearly every member of the state’s federal delegation has signed onto a letter that asks the secretary of Veterans Affairs
Read MoreApril Is Child Abuse Prevention Month
SPRINGFIELD — Child Abuse Prevention Month in April is a time to celebrate the important role that communities play in
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club of Chicopee Hosts 80’s Themed 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Fun Run
CHICOPEE — On April 30, the Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee will host an 80’s themed 5K Run/Walk
Read MoreCDH Nurse Mentorship Program Provides Ongoing Connections, Deepens Professional Investment
NORTHAMPTON — Nursing is the nation’s largest health care profession. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that more than
Read MoreFrank Robinson Appointed to RIZE Massachusetts Foundation Board
BOSTON — RIZE Massachusetts, an independent nonprofit foundation working to end the opioid epidemic in Massachusetts, today announced the election of
Read MoreAIM to Present 2022 Vision Award to Andrew Dreyfus
Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) announced that it will present its 2022 Vision Award to Andrew Dreyfus, president and CEO
Read MoreBaystate Health Awards $1 Million in Better Together Grants
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health has awarded $1 million in Better Together Grants to five community initiatives with partner organizations as part
Read MoreOne Conversation Can Make All the Difference on End-of-Life Care
SPRINGFIELD — When is the right time to name someone to speak for you in case of serious illness? A:
Read MoreBaker-Polito Administration Awards Additional $4.5M for COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Efforts
BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration recently announced an additional $4.5 million in grants to organizations working in communities hardest hit
Read MoreState Awards $30 Million to STCC to Relocate Health Programs
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College has received $30 million in state funding to move healthcare programs out of an
Read MoreBaystate Health to Offer Two Free Virtual Events on Stroke Prevention
SPRINGFIELD – Baystate Health is offering two free informative virtual events during May’s Stroke Awareness Month. Strokes Can Happen at Any Age,
Read MoreGreater Holyoke YMCA Receives $25,000 Donation
HOLYOKE — The Greater Holyoke YMCA announced that it is the recipient of a significant donation from Barbara Bernard, a
Read MorePathlight Appoints John Roberson as Executive Director
SPRINGFIELD — Pathlight, a pioneering organization serving people in Western Mass. with developmental and intellectual disabilities, today named human services
Read MoreDiocese of Springfield Awards Mercy Medical Center Patient Assistance Grant
SPRINGFIELD — The Diocese of Springfield’s Annual Catholic Appeal grant program has awarded Mercy Medical Center $16,000 to help address
Read MoreRocky’s Ace Hardware Is Raising Funds for Children’s Miracle Network
SPRINGFIELD — Rocky’s Ace Hardware, one of the country’s largest family-owned Ace Hardware dealers with 47 locations in nine states,
Read MoreGreater Holyoke YMCA Receives $25,000 Donation
HOLYOKE — The Greater Holyoke YMCA announced that it is the recipient of a significant donation from Barbara Bernard, a
Read MoreBaystate Medical Center Re-Opens Blood Donor Center
SPRINGFIELD — As the cases of COVID-19 subside in the community, Baystate Medical Center has re-opened its Blood Donor Center to the
Read MoreBig Y Express Launches New Downtown Format
SPRINGFIELD — Big Y has announced plans to build a new concept Big Y Express Fresh Market at 1500 Main
Read MoreLesser Recognized as ‘Champion of Family Medicine’
State Sen. Eric Lesser was recently recognized by the Massachusetts Academy of Family Physicians as its 2022 Legislative Champion of Family Medicine.
Read MoreSpringfield College To Break Ground on New Health Sciences Center
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield College will break ground on its new Health Sciences Center on April 21. The new facility, to
Read MoreMHA to Mark National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
SPRINGFIELD – Who doesn’t love a grilled cheese sandwich? Better yet, who doesn’t love an employer who plans to serve
Read MoreState Announces At-Home COVID Tests for Residents Served Through Local Food Banks
BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration recently announced additional distribution of free at-home COVID-19 test kits to expand access for residents across
Read MoreJane Albert to Retire from Baystate Health After 20 Years
SPRINGFIELD — Dr. Mark Keroack, president and CEO of Baystate Health, announced that Jane Albert, senior vice president and chief
Read MoreWillie Ross School to Host Conference on ‘Current Research in Deaf Education’ on May 3
LONGMEADOW — Willie Ross School for the Deaf will host a conference, “Current Research in Deaf Education,” on Tuesday, May
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