Community Bank Contributed More Than $3.9 Million in 2024 Charitable Giving
DEWITT, N.Y. — Community Bank announced that its charitable giving, in conjunction with its parent company and affiliated subsidiaries, totaled
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Massachusetts Ranks Second Among States with Quickest EMS Response Times
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — A new study has revealed the states with the quickest average EMS response time in the
Read MoreRabbi Devorah Jacobson Honored at Retirement Luncheon for 23 Years of Service
LONGMEADOW — A retirement luncheon was held recently to honor Rabbi Devorah Jacobson, director of Spiritual Life at JGS Lifecare,
Read MoreAll Berkshire Bank Employees Volunteered in Their Communities in 2024
BOSTON — Berkshire Bank employees achieved a milestone in 2024: 100% participation in the company’s award-winning volunteer program. In all,
Read MoreShriners Children’s Boston Educates Parents About Dangers of Frostbite
BOSTON — With periods of extreme cold and heavy snowfall a guarantee throughout the winter months, Shriners Children’s Boston wants
Read MoreFlorence Bank Pledges $75,000 to Cooley Dickinson’s Emergency Department Campaign
FLORENCE — Florence Bank has pledged $75,000 to Cooley Dickinson Hospital’s $26 million Transforming Emergency Care Campaign to renovate, expand,
Read MoreCelebrate National Heart Month by Donating Blood at Baystate Wing Hospital on Feb. 12
PALMER — The community is invited to celebrate Valentine’s Day and National Heart Month by giving the gift of life
Read MoreCooley Dickinson Awards $100,000 to Support Youth Mental Health, Well-being
NORTHAMPTON — Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH), part of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, announced an award of $100,000 in
Read MoreNNCC Youth Center to Host Lighting the Way Event to Support Joshua’s House
SPRINGFIELD — New North Citizens’ Council (NNCC), a nonprofit in the city of Springfield, was awarded nearly $1 million from
Read MorePeoplesBank Tops $1.6 Million in Donations, 8,000 Volunteer Hours in 2024
HOLYOKE — In 1885, a group of Holyoke citizens gathered on St. Patrick’s Day to start a new bank. The
Read MoreJohnson Memorial Hospital Named Among Connecticut’s Top Three for Patient Experience
STAFFORD, Conn. — Johnson Memorial Hospital announced it has been named among the top three hospitals in Connecticut for patient
Read MoreProvidence Ministries Opens Warming Shelter in Partnership with City of Holyoke
HOLYOKE — Providence Ministries has opened its warming shelter as a relief from winter weather. The warming shelter opened its
Read MoreFood Bank of Western Massachusetts Welcomes Three New Board Members
CHICOPEE — The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts announced the addition of three community members to its board of directors:
Read MoreSecond Chance Announces 26th Annual Auction Gala on March 29
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services will host its 26th annual Auction Gala on Saturday, March 29 at the
Read MoreRachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts Announces New Board Members
SPRINGFIELD — Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts (RTWM) announced a slate of new board members to its roster, enhancing its
Read MoreStudy Determines Most Common Winter-related Injuries in U.S.
BOSTON — A new study has unveiled the most common winter-related injuries in the U.S. The research, conducted by Boston
Read MoreShriners Children’s New England Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Bizier
SPRINGFIELD — Shriners Children’s New England recently welcomed orthopedic surgeon Dr. Elizabeth “Libby” Bizier as a new member of its
Read MoreTrinity Health Of New England Recommends Masking in Patient-care Areas
HARTFORD, Conn. — With safety as a top priority and in light of seasonal, viral respiratory illnesses, Trinity Health Of
Read MoreBaystate Calls Off Sale of Health New England to Point32 Health
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health has called off plans to sell it’s not-for-profit health insurer, Health New England, to Boston-based Point32Health. Baystate and
Read MoreBFAIR Announces Promotions of Kaitlyn Moresi, Christine Meiklejohn
NORTH ADAMS — BFAIR announced the promotions of Kaitlyn Moresi to vice president of Clinical Services and Christine Meiklejohn to
Read MoreSTCC Offering Accelerated Nursing Program This Fall
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) will offer a new accelerated nursing program option that will allow students to
Read MoreJohnson Memorial Hospital Earns ‘A’ Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
STAFFORD SPRINGS, Conn. — Memorial Hospital (JMH) earned an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, an independent national
Read MoreState Awards $10 Million to Community-based Housing, Nutrition Organizations
BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced it is awarding $10 million to 37 community-based organizations that provide housing and nutrition
Read MoreOpen Enrollment for Coverage Through Health Connector Ends on Jan. 23
BOSTON — Massachusetts residents have 10 days of Open Enrollment remaining, with the window for enrolling in health insurance through
Read MoreJaDuke Theater to Present ‘Lights, Community, Action!’ to Benefit Food Pantry
TURNERS FALLS — On Friday and Saturday, Feb. 7 and 8, JaDuke Theater will mount a community performance titled “Lights,
Read MoreMassachusetts Ranks Fifth for Best Dental Health Nationwide
WASHINGTON, D.C. — According to research by Celebrate Dental and Braces, using data from the Centers for Disease Control and
Read MoreBridget Moynahan Named JFK National Award Recipient by St. Patrick’s Committee
HOLYOKE — The St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke announced that actress, author, and model Bridget Moynahan is the 2025 recipient
Read MoreSpringfield Regional Chamber’s Leadership Institute Now Open for Applications
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Regional Chamber, in partnership with Western New England University (WNE), announced the opening of applications for
Read MoreAmerican Medical Response Warns Against Cold-weather Dangers
SPRINGFIELD — American Medical Response is offering safety suggestions for avoiding, recognizing, and treating two deadly, cold-related illnesses: hypothermia and
Read MoreSecond Chance Animal Services Reflects on Remarkable 2024
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services announced its 2024 achievements, providing life-changing assistance to 56,828 pets. This year brought
Read MoreBusinessWest Seeks 40 Under Forty Nominations
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest is currently accepting nominations for the 40 Under Forty class of 2025. The deadline for nominations is
Read MoreWNE, GCC Accelerate Pathways to Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
SPRINGFIELD — Western New England University (WNE) and Greenfield Community College (GCC) announced an innovative articulation agreement that streamlines the
Read MoreClinical & Support Options Announces Leadership Changes
NORTHAMPTON — Local nonprofit community behavioral-health agency Clinical & Support Options (CSO) has announced key leadership changes within the organization.
Read MoreMonson Savings Bank Hosts Winter Clothing Drive for Educare Springfield Students
MONSON — Monson Savings Bank recently hosted an internal, employee-led winter clothing drive among the bank’s seven offices. The clothing
Read MoreWSU Introduces Pioneering Law Enforcement, Mental Health Co-response Grad Program
WESTFIELD — Westfield State University announced its new law enforcement and mental health co-response graduate program, which is designed to
Read MoreMercy Medical Center Offers Implants of World’s First Dual-chamber, Leadless Pacemaker System
SPRINGFIELD — AVEIR DR, the world’s first dual-chamber, leadless pacemaker system, is now available at Mercy Medical Center to patients
Read MoreTop Talent Tuesdays Return to MiraVista
HOLYOKE — MiraVista Behavioral Health Center announced the return of Top Talent Tuesdays, a dedicated weekly event to recruit and
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Welcomes Dr. Vishal Tiwari as New Chief Medical Officer
HOLYOKE — Spiros Hatiras, president and CEO of Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) and Valley Health Systems, announced that Dr. Vishal
Read MorebankESB Raises $28,000 for Local Food Pantries
EASTHAMPTON — Matthew Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank’s fourth annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive
Read MoreFreedom Credit Union Accepting Donations for Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless
SPRINGFIELD — During January, Freedom Credit Union is inviting the community to donate money at any of its branches throughout
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