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Good morning, I hope this message finds you well as we transition into a vibrant September! I’m excited to share updates, upcoming events, and most importantly, extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support.  Thank you again to everyone who resubmitted their Super 60 nominations after an unforeseen technical error. We appreciate your understanding and…

Nick Scibelli on Building Community and Spreading Sunshine with the Springfield Regional Chamber   Meet Nick Scibelli, an enthusiastic Springfield Regional Chamber Ambassador and Vice President- Relationship Manager in the MyBanker Department at Berkshire Bank. Through his role at Berkshire Bank, Nick cultivates dedicated relationships with personal, business, and non-profit customers and helps them navigate through…

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts and the National Park Service welcomed 176 new citizens during a special naturalization ceremony Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Springfield Armory National Historic Site in celebration of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. Magistrate Judge Katherine A. Robertson presided and…

Springfield, Massachusetts—The Bright Nights 5k Road Race, a jolly jaunt through more than 700,000 lights, has earned the reputation of being Springfield’s favorite race.  On Monday, September 18, 2023, at the stroke of midnight, registration will open for the 500 coveted spots.  Some people will stay up late.  Some will set their alarms, while others…

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. –Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts has earned the No. 7 spot on the list of Top Public Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for a third year in a row. The College’s continued commitment to affordable education and economic prosperity is reflected in the 2024 U.S. News and World Report with additional…

FLORENCE, Massachusetts —Florence Bank announced that it recently presented the 2023 President’s Award to three staff members for exceptional service. Established in 1995, the President’s Award recognizes outstanding performance, customer service and overall contribution to Florence Bank. Those named are nominated by their colleagues at the bank. This year’s award recognizes Calli Paulin, of Southampton,…

Longmeadow, MA – Effective October 1, 2023, Dr. Kathy Martin of West Springfield, Massachusetts will succeed Anne Thomas as Glenmeadow’s President and CEO. Dr. Martin will build on outgoing President and CEO, Anne Thomas’s, successful advancement initiatives to carry Glenmeadow into the next phase of strategic growth. She will continue to amplify its strengths and…

SPRINGFIELD, MA: — Western New England University (WNE) has named Dean Hickey as Vice President for Advancement. WNE President Robert Johnson announced in a message to the community that Hickey will join the University October 1, 2023. As a member of the WNE senior leadership team, Hickey will lead the University’s fundraising and alumni engagement…

EAST BROOKFIELD, MA – In the face of a troubling increase in pet surrenders across the nation, animal shelters are grappling with a surge of distressing pleas from individuals seeking to part with their cherished animal companions. At a critical moment where empathy meets social responsibility, it’s crucial to remember that pets are far more…

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC) has made a significant advance toward meeting the evolving demands of the workforce with the introduction of a new Division of Arts, Media, and Design within the School of Business, Arts, and Sciences. This division encompasses redesigned undergraduate programming in the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science…