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Dakin Humane Society Announces 2024 Humane Award Nominations

Springfield, MA (4/1/24) – Beginning Monday, April 1, Dakin Humane Society will be accepting nominations from the public for its Dakin Humane Awards until June 30.  Nominees should be people or organizations that go out of their way to care for animals in need, people who volunteer to help animals, or people and/or animals who…

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Spotlight on Excellence: Candace Pereira, March Chamber Ambassador

In the dynamic world of community engagement, certain individuals stand out as catalysts for connection and growth. This March, we proudly highlight Candace Pereira, Vice President and Commercial Lender at Florence Bank, who embodies the spirit of our chamber and elevates the essence of community involvement.    Candace Pereira serves as the Vice President, Commercial…

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Keiter Corporation Executive Headquarters to Move to West Springfield Later This Year

FLORENCE, MA —Keiter Corporation, a construction services firm located in Florence since 2008, recently announced it will relocate its executive headquarters to a 6,000-square-foot facility at 1 Interstate Drive in West Springfield later this year. Keiter is comprised of Keiter Builders, the commercial / institutional division; Keiter Homes, the residential arm; and Keiter Properties, the…

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MARCH MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Good morning, Thank to all who joined us last week at OUTLOOK 2024! I sincerely appreciate the remarkable turnout with our collective energy and enthusiasm highlighting the unity and synergy within our community. It was eye-opening to hear about the current state of and economic forecast for our region from keynote speaker Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll…

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Second Chance Hosts 25th Annual Dinner Auction

Second Chance Hosts 25th Annual Dinner Auction: Hundreds of Unique Items Await Bidders to Benefit Shelter Pets in Need Limited Tickets Available for March 23rd Event at La Salle Reception Center, Southbridge   EAST BROOKFIELD, MA (March 11, 2024) – Second Chance Animal Services is calling on all animal lovers to place their bids in…

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YWCA Board Hosting Golf Tournament To Celebrate 155 years of Service

YWCA Board Hosting Golf Tournament May 6 To Celebrate 155 years of Service Proceeds to Support Two YWCA Youth Programs  Springfield—YWCA Board Chair Kim Casineau has announced the hosting of the YWCA Golf Tournament to be held at the Springfield Country Club in West Springfield on Monday, May 6 with registration now open online at ywworks.org.…

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American Family Care Opens Third Location in North Springfield 

March 13, 2024 American Family Care opens third location in North Springfield SPRINGFIELD, Mass.– American Family Care (AFC), the nation’s leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care and occupational medicine, is pleased to announce the opening of its third location in North Springfield. The state-of-the-art medical facility is located at 1312 Boston Post Road,…

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DAKIN HUMANE SOCIETY’S WILL RUN FOR COOKIES 5k RUN/2k WALK TO BENEFIT PIONEER VALLEY PETS AND PEOPLE SET FOR MAY 18 AT STANLEY PARK

Pre-Registration Open for Runners/Walkers; Early Bird Fees in Effect Through April 1 Springfield, MA  – Dakin Humane Society will hold its third annual Will Run for Cookies 5k Run/2k Walk to benefit the organization’s services and programs on Saturday, May 18 in Westfield’s Stanley Park.  Registrants will be invited to bring their dogs (on non-retractable…

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