Springfield
Springfield library fundraising campaign reaches goal
SPRINGFIELD — An eight-year fundraising initiative reached its official conclusion on Sept. 16 when the Springfield Library Foundation presented the final $137,500 of the East Forest Park Library’s Promised Realized Campaign.
Lyman Street courthouse proposals are coming
SPRINGFIELD — Two local developers are planning to submit a proposal for the new Springfield Regional Justice Center to be placed at the corner of Chestnut and Lyman streets.
Annual Sneaker Soirée set to take place Oct. 9
Girls on the Run Western Massachusetts will host its third annual Sneaker Soirée on Thursday, Oct. 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Springfield Country Club.
Springfield City Council holds off on GoNetSpeed connections for second time
SPRINGFIELD — Twenty-seven GoNetSpeed installations inside the Indian Orchard neighborhood will have to wait at least another few weeks after the City Council voted to hold off on them for a second time.
So That Reminds Me: Michael J. Dias Foundation shares work
On the latest episode of “So That Reminds Me,” Lauren LeBel and I sat down with Michael J. Dias Foundation Director of Operations Robert Jaszek about the foundation’s work.
Springfield at-large School Committee hopefuls reveal goals
SPRINGFIELD — With the Nov. 4 general election almost upon us, Reminder Publishing sent questionnaires to City Council and School Committee candidates on the ballot.
Springfield councilor asks governor to consider tourism task force
SPRINGFIELD — One Springfield councilor believes Massachusetts and Connecticut should work together to “crystallize economic development initiatives” between the two states.
Calvi: August scrap metal fire caused by lithium-ion battery
SPRINGFIELD — A massive fire that occurred at Chet’s Auto Wrecking and Scrap Yard was possibly caused by a lithium-ion battery, but that has not been confirmed.
Springfield City Council delays vote on apartment space requirements
SPRINGFIELD — A vote to set minimum square footage standards for apartments and condominiums in the city will have to wait until another City Council meeting.
Springfield councilors’ resolution supports stricter drug laws near playgrounds and schools
SPRINGFIELD — Councilors took next steps in their pursuit of stricter drug laws in the commonwealth around playgrounds and schools.
