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Windsor Locks, CONN – The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce that $5.4 million of federal funding has been secured for a major improvement project at Bradley International Airport (BDL). The funding will be used for the ongoing construction of an 80,000 square foot checked baggage inspection system that’s currently under construction behind…

Country Bank, a full-service financial institution serving Central and Western Massachusetts, proudly reported more than 1.2 million in donations for 2023. The bank’s philanthropic efforts supported local non-profits throughout its communities, with 463 organizations receiving grants in 2023. In addition to financial support, Country Bank’s team members dedicated their time and expertise to make a…

In the network of professionals that make up the Springfield Regional Chamber, certain individuals stand out for their enthusiasm and contributions to the community. This month, we shine the spotlight on Kayla Andrews, a New Business Development Specialist for HUB International and Springfield Regional Chamber Ambassador.   HUB International is more than just an insurance…

SPRINGFIELD, MA— Springfield is about to witness a laundry revolution, as Westfield family proudly announces the upcoming grand opening of their third laundromat this being the 2nd Wash Works location at 169 Hancock St. The brand-new smart laundromat promises to redefine laundry chores with cutting-edge technology and an array of convenient services. The new Wash…

Agawam, MA – The team at EANE is excited to bring back our Leadership Summit on Wednesday, April 10th at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, MA. The event last year drew over 500 attendees from organizations across New England to hear keynote presenters and leadership experts provide guidance on the new core competencies for today’s…

SPRINGFIELD, MA – MassMutual Center, American International College, and the University of Massachusetts announce single session tickets on sale for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) DI Men’s Ice Hockey Regional.   The games will be held on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 30, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.…

Meet Jackie Seklecki, the Director of Strategic Accounts at BANKW Staffing and a Springfield Regional Chamber Ambassador. BANKW Staffing is a family of specialized staffing companies operating throughout Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. They offer services in Accounting, Finance, IT, HR, Administration, Customer Service, Legal, and Sales.   Although the BANKW Staffing brand is newer to…

KENITRA, MOROCCO – Hubert Benitez, DDS, PhD, president of American International College (AIC) in Springfield, Massachusetts, recently took center stage at the 6th annual International Conference of the Occupational Therapy Association of Morocco (OTAM) held on January 6, 2024, in Kenitra, Morocco. The conference recognized President Benitez with the 2024 Leadership Excellence Award, shining a…

WESTFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS– Tighe & Bond, a Northeast leader in engineering, design, and environmental consulting, announces it has acquired Cape Cod-based Coastal Engineering Co., Inc. (Coastal), a civil, structural, and waterfront/marine engineering firm that specializes in projects located in environmentally sensitive areas. This strategic acquisition aligns with Tighe & Bond’s vision of being a trusted advisor…

EAST BROOKFIELD, MA – Fifty million pets in the U.S. experience a lack of access to even basic veterinary care. Rising costs and other barriers mean these pets struggle to access services such as spay/neuter procedures, vaccinations and critical medical and preventative care. With as many as 70% of households now including pets, this issue affects…